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I've got the Bongo bug, but probably not the budget.
Who are the top operators and what are the costs?
"There are worse memorials to a life well-lived than a pair of elephant tusks." Robert Ruark
21 June 2013, 10:42
jdollarwell, if my self guided hunt for LDE/roan/forrest buffalo works out, i will then move on to a self guided bongo hunt in Cameroon..
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21 June 2013, 11:15
NavalukI would go again with Mike Currie. Don't know what the rates are today, since I went in 2008.
22 June 2013, 01:39
safari-lawyerDog hunt or machan?
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I need to be educated on each, but my initial thoughts are that dogs sound like more fun.
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22 June 2013, 04:31
Aaron NeilsonSeveral good guys in Cameroon for that. I'll be doing the same in 2015. Did see 31 bongos from Machan in CAR, just not the right bongo!
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www.huntghr.com Thanks for the replies. I just learned that a Bongo hunt, all said and done, will run about $50,000. That takes me out of the equation. Great dream while it lasted.
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22 June 2013, 08:54
Navaluk50k? Even counting Obamas destruction of the US dollar's value, that seems high compared to my 2007 purchase.
22 June 2013, 09:02
jdollarwell, an unguided hunt with dogs/pygmy trackers runs about $14000 including trophy fee. food for thought.....
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22 June 2013, 15:37
KMG Hunting Safaris$30K seems to be a number that pops up regularly. The trophy fee is way less, but the day fees are around $1000 per day with the minimum safari a 21 day hunt.
Bongo, my absolute dream.
I also have always seen bongo and LDE listed for around $30,000
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22 June 2013, 19:50
jaegerfrankIf you are flexible at the beginning of the year there are always specials and last minute hunts for much less. Not sure about the current status of CAR frankly.
22 June 2013, 20:12
Todd WilliamsWhere are you guys seeing $30K all in Bongo hunts? I'm finding it somewhat difficult to get a quote coming in at $50K. Again, talking all in here; charter flight, tips ... everything!
22 June 2013, 21:12
MARK H. YOUNGTodd,
Exactly! A bongo hunt to include daily fees and bongo trophy fee might be in the 30's but charter, observer, trophy shipping and extras let alone additional trophy fees for other animals shoots the price to $50,000 plus pretty quickly.
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https://www.facebook.com/pages...ures/627027353990716 23 June 2013, 01:48
Maximus Brutus$40k + trophy fee is usual for Bongo. Expensive and tough. Right now not for me, but I can appreciate the appeal.
23 June 2013, 01:56
Peter AndersenTypically a bongo hunt will run you 30-40k for your daily rate and the bongo trophy fee. As others have noted, 50k will be pretty close to your final tab.
23 June 2013, 02:00
tendramsI realize some guys have done it all already and want something highly unique, but for me (and if you shop around) $50K buys what...two nice bull elephant hunts including trophy fees? I suspect I could also get into a totally decent and legit lion hunt for that amount with some money left over for a buff or two on the same trip. I know I can hunt Nubian Ibex and Barbary Sheep in N. Sudan for probably less than $35K and then spend the remaining $15K on say...buff and roan in Burkina Faso. Screw it, how about Lion, Buff, and Roan in Burkina Faso for under $30K and drop the remaining 20K on a Buff and Banteng in Oz? I guess I just never understood the appeal of some of the super exotic glamour game at such prices where I could hunt three or four or five other things on two or three continents for a lesser sum. Of course, as I said before, I am just over 40 and have yet to "do it all" the way some guys have.
23 June 2013, 04:03
Navaluktendrams,
"I can shoot 2 of these plus one of those for the same price as that one," does not make sense to me although I understand it is a common analysis, maybe the majority one. I value the place first, then the method, then the animal. So I didn't go to Texas for my Bongo hunt. For me the rainforest was a key factor. Flying in the charter for hours over the endless "Broccoli", such a rich and totally different environment, with amazing flora and fauna. Massive trees and endless types of plants you will not see on your typical bush veld hunts. Tangles so thick it makes the worst Jess look like a putting green. Gorillas, Chimps, forest elephant, and nasty dwarf buffalo are worth seeing to me. Seeing bugs you can hunt with a .410, is something you will not forget. All this and you get to hunt with the Baka people, as they do it, stalking through the forest and occasionally running your heart out chasing after their little dogs through the jungle. I hunted the bongo and buffalo plus some of the duikers called by the Baka. For me it was a lot more memorable and rewarding start to finish than my Zim Bull Elephant hunt and many a diesel safari through the bush veld, although each of those were enjoyable too. I completely understand those who find this type of adventure interesting.
23 June 2013, 04:14
tendrams100% agree that it is NOT all about quantities (though my profession encourages this way of thinking). I do understand that there is extreme value to the unique experience of hunting in such a way and in such a place. For me though, I see more "value" in the summed experiences of chasing a couple late season "cancellation" sets of elephant tusks and the experience of a shot at a Burkina faso lion than the singular experience of one Bongo hunt. Others have different preferences...and that is what it is all about..."preferences".
23 June 2013, 19:32
MARK H. YOUNGquote:
Originally posted by Navaluk:
tendrams,
"I can shoot 2 of these plus one of those for the same price as that one," does not make sense to me although I understand it is a common analysis, maybe the majority one. I value the place first, then the method, then the animal. So I didn't go to Texas for my Bongo hunt. For me the rainforest was a key factor. Flying in the charter for hours over the endless "Broccoli", such a rich and totally different environment, with amazing flora and fauna. Massive trees and endless types of plants you will not see on your typical bush veld hunts. Tangles so thick it makes the worst Jess look like a putting green. Gorillas, Chimps, forest elephant, and nasty dwarf buffalo are worth seeing to me. Seeing bugs you can hunt with a .410, is something you will not forget. All this and you get to hunt with the Baka people, as they do it, stalking through the forest and occasionally running your heart out chasing after their little dogs through the jungle. I hunted the bongo and buffalo plus some of the duikers called by the Baka. For me it was a lot more memorable and rewarding start to finish than my Zim Bull Elephant hunt and many a diesel safari through the bush veld, although each of those were enjoyable too. I completely understand those who find this type of adventure interesting.
Navaluk pretty much has summed up why I'm now looking into a bongo for myself. I think almost from my first safari I came to the realization that my limited budget would only allow me to hunt so much and for me the pursuit of new places and experiences was what was important. Africa offers such a great diversity of hunting adventures why not try to take in everything that you can?
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https://www.facebook.com/pages...ures/627027353990716 23 June 2013, 21:43
Die Ou JagterFor some it is the Buffalo or Elephant etc to the exclusion of all other game, but for me the Big Five is one and done (been there done that and got the t-shit). Exploring new areas and hunting different game is more exciting. I am sure some do not understand the draw of forest hunting the Royal Antelope at night in 95 degree temps. I would love to do a Bongo but right now it is Mt Nyala in that enchanting country of Ethopia. I know I could do many hunts and shoot much game for what this is costing me but I am one that prefers quality vs quanity. So too each their own as the old man said when he kissed the cow.
During what time of the year is the Bongo's coat the most brilliant?
"There are worse memorials to a life well-lived than a pair of elephant tusks." Robert Ruark
24 June 2013, 22:06
Die Ou JagterWhen it is lying on the ground from your bullet!
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26 June 2013, 14:42
NorthernOperationsAfricaquote:
Originally posted by Die Ou Jagter:
When it is lying on the ground from your bullet!
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26 June 2013, 15:06
NorthernOperationsAfricaYes your guys price estimates are spot on.
But speak to any of the clients that have hunted Bongo with us in Cameroon or CAR and they will tell you that it is money well spent.
I specialties are the Classic Spiral horns of Africa.
Mountain Nyala in Ethiopia
Bongo in Cameroon and CAR
Lord Derby (Giant) Eland in Cameroon and CAR.
These hunts are all amazing experiences and you are getting a truly unique trophy.
The Challenge of Hunting the High mountains of the Ethiopian highlands, the patience of waiting for that Bull to show himself and the skill of that +300yrd shot.
The first time you see that amazing set of horns on a mature 50" bull in all his glory. Walking through a herd in the Central African Savannah. Then trying to get into a shooting position with 100s of eyes looking for danger. trying to predict where and when a shot will present itself. Like game of shadows between you, the bull and the herd.
The excitement of chasing after a heavy set bongo through the Cameroon jungle with pygmy trackers and dogs darting in and out of the undergrowth.
So while these prices may seem steep for an Antelope, it not just any antelope, its the experience.
There are not too many trophy rooms that can boast these unique trophies in them.
Two questions:
1) For those that wear eye glasses, how do you keep them dry/fog free in the rain forest?
2) What type of footwear do you wear while hunting in the rain forest?
"There are worse memorials to a life well-lived than a pair of elephant tusks." Robert Ruark
27 June 2013, 22:44
Die Ou JagterSBT, when I hunted in the rain forest of Ghana last year I wore the same Mephisto boots I have always worn to Afrcia. As to fogging of glassses I have a bottle of "purple" stuff which is at home and I will get the brand. I buy it at the Eastern Sprotsmen Show. As to the boots you will want something that will get you some traction in the slippery wet floor of the forest.
28 June 2013, 00:21
NavalukI wore Palladium boots. Inexpensive and made for this hunt. Canvas tops rubber soles. I now wear them for all kinds of hunting from Maasailand to Matetsi. If you pm me I can send you a picture or 2 of what they look like. I have seen them advertised as Foreign Legion boots and as SEAL boots. They are both Palladiums. I do know how well they work and and how long they have lasted. I bought 2 pair in 07 and am still using them.
My wife wore contacts and clear shooting glasses to protect from vegetation when running through the forest. I wore shooting glasses. We did not have fogging problems, but we did carry a bandana each in a ziplock to wipe the water off that drips after rains. We had no issues and at the time I was surprised because I thought it would be an issue just like you are thinking.
Thanks you guys, good information.
"There are worse memorials to a life well-lived than a pair of elephant tusks." Robert Ruark
29 June 2013, 20:16
Caracalquote:
Originally posted by Navaluk:
I wore Palladium boots. Inexpensive and made for this hunt. Canvas tops rubber soles. I now wear them for all kinds of hunting from Maasailand to Matetsi. If you pm me I can send you a picture or 2 of what they look like. I have seen them advertised as Foreign Legion boots and as SEAL boots. They are both Palladiums. I do know how well they work and and how long they have lasted. I bought 2 pair in 07 and am still using them.
My wife wore contacts and clear shooting glasses to protect from vegetation when running through the forest. I wore shooting glasses. We did not have fogging problems, but we did carry a bandana each in a ziplock to wipe the water off that drips after rains. We had no issues and at the time I was surprised because I thought it would be an issue just like you are thinking.
I used palladiums in the rainforest, too. My favorite shoes for hunting in africa!
06 July 2013, 11:52
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06 July 2013, 16:16
Venture SouthDoesnt Cam Greig opperate there. Camshaft here on the forum.
Give him a call,
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07 July 2013, 09:53
georgeldCheck at a scuba diving store they sell a liquid coating to keep glasses and faceplates from fogging up. I used some with both and it sure worked. Some just spit on the lens and smeared it around, they claimed that worked too.
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07 July 2013, 10:20
jdollarquote:
Originally posted by Hunting the Box H:
Doesnt Cam Greig opperate there. Camshaft here on the forum.
Give him a call,
he is currently in Cameroon/RSA on business for the next month. for a limited budget( under $15,000) he can arrange it- but it is absolutely no frills/DYI. frankly, i am really looking forward to my LDE/roan in northern Cameroon just to see if i have what it takes to DYI. nothing ventured, nothing gained and next stop will be southward for bongo( assuming i don't screw up too bad up north)....i certainly couldn't afford a full bore safari for either species.
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07 July 2013, 13:41
Venture Southquote:
quote:
Originally posted by Hunting the Box H:
Doesnt Cam Greig opperate there. Camshaft here on the forum.
Give him a call,
he is currently in Cameroon/RSA on business for the next month. for a limited budget( under $15,000) he can arrange it- but it is absolutely no frills/DYI. frankly, i am really looking forward to my LDE/roan in northern Cameroon just to see if i have what it takes to DYI. nothing ventured, nothing gained and next stop will be southward for bongo( assuming i don't screw up too bad up north)....i certainly couldn't afford a full bore safari for either species.
Looking forward to your report. I think you are going to have one hell of a time.
Good luck
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07 July 2013, 14:15
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07 July 2013, 20:37
dogcatquote:
Originally posted by Bwanamich:
CAWA in C.A.R.
I hunted CAR with CAWA. Their bongo hunts are out of machines over salt licks at night. I hunted with NSOK in Cameroon using pygmies and dogs for bongo. Both methods work . I enjoyed the dogs a great deal. Both hunts require substantial patience and mental toughness as neither are a walk in the plains game park so to speak.
07 July 2013, 20:40
dogcatquote:
Originally posted by SBT:
I've got the Bongo bug, but probably not the budget.
Who are the top operators and what are the costs?
I booked with Jeff Neal and Greg Brownlee. They have a good outfit that they represent. Call them at 918 299 3584. There are several good outfitters that do these hunts.
