Southern Africa in one week

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04 August 2006, 11:35

NitroX

Southern Africa in one week

I'm off to Africa, first Namibia, then Zimbabwe and finally some travels in Southern Cape Province in one week. Be gone for over a month.

On the list is gemsbok, springbok, hartebeest and tuskless cow elephant. Plus whatever else might be left on quota unsold.

Good hunting to everyone going over this season.

04 August 2006, 12:22

404WJJeffery

Bon Voyage

try to post while you are traveling!

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04 August 2006, 12:49

shakari

John,

Are you visiting the KNP at all?

04 August 2006, 13:51

Jaco Human

You might be ready for Africa, BUT are we ready for you

Enjoy the packing and repacking and all the preperations. Enjoy the trip and the hunt.

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04 August 2006, 16:34

Cunningham

NitroX, as we have a long long ride from the states to Africa, how long is the flight from Australia to Africa, and what is the route ya'll take?

04 August 2006, 16:54

NitroX

I forgot to post above, I will be joining Jaco and compatriots for a braai in Pretoria. Thanks to Jaco for offering.

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Cunningham,

I will be flying over Adelaide to Perth, then Jo'burg, flying time 15.25 hours (incl 3.5 hours to Perth). Coming back Jo'burg to Sydney, is listed as 11.75 hrs, plus 2.25 hours.

Does anyone know why the longer return journey is actually shorter in time?

04 August 2006, 17:15

Nickudu

Enjoy your trip John! Please send photos for the AR trophy albums in the Nickudu Files!

04 August 2006, 17:18

Jaco Human

I think it's got something to do with the winds. Flying to SA you will most probably have a nose wind and going back you will have a tail wind. It makes a huge difference in the flying time.

05 August 2006, 07:28

TheBigGuy

I will arrive in Johannesburg the end of Aug for 10day trip in the Limpopo province.

Wish you luck and now I wish I was there extra days.

06 August 2006, 00:13

NitroX

quote:
Originally posted by Jaco Human:
I think it's got something to do with the winds. Flying to SA you will most probably have a nose wind and going back you will have a tail wind. It makes a huge difference in the flying time.

That was my guess too. The winds in the South Southern Ocean are West to East ("Roaring Forties") but the flights are well North of that area I believe. Predominant wind direction is probably the answer. Thanks.

06 August 2006, 02:48

mufasa

Have a great time and a safe trip. M

06 August 2006, 05:43

Will

John,

Good luck and hope you have a wonderful trip.

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06 August 2006, 10:39

500grains

John,

Have a great trip!

07 August 2006, 04:48

Charles_Helm

I am looking forward to another one of your excellent detailed reports. Have a great trip.

07 August 2006, 14:22

AussieMike

Best of luck, John. When I went in March I had the direct Sydney-Jo'berg flight. Flying time similar, longest 14 hours of my life, chewed pain killers all the way.

Consider buying noise cancelling headphones duty free - you can actually hear the dialogue in the movies.

Best wishes,

mike

07 August 2006, 14:31

N E 450 No2

I have flown Atlanta to Joberg twice, and back of course.

Everybody complains about the plane and the flight. I found the SAA crew to be very good.
The food was also very good, for plane food.
I do not see why there are so many complaints.... but I must admit I would cling to the wing to get there.

I consider it part of the adventure...

The only thing that makes me nervous is my baggage.
As long as I and IT gets there at the same time I am happy.