Begin with the official information
Use the current information from the relevant authorities, your airline and any specialist service you choose. Confirm what applies to your route, nationality, equipment and connecting flights before you make non-refundable travel decisions.
Keep copies of the documents and contact details you need while travelling. If you are uncertain about a requirement, ask the responsible authority or provider rather than relying on an old forum post or a general checklist.
Talk through your plan before you fly
Tell Garland whether you are considering travelling with your own firearm or would like to discuss the options available for your safari. That conversation should happen early enough to leave time for your own research and travel arrangements.
Your preparation should also account for the separate rules that can apply at departure, during transit and on arrival. An itinerary that looks simple on a map can still involve several organisations with their own procedures.
- Your complete flight itinerary, including every transit point
- Current airline procedures and baggage limits for your route
- The official South African import guidance relevant to your trip
- A conversation with Garland about your safari equipment plan
Check again close to departure
Regulations, contacts and airline processes may change between planning and travel. Reconfirm the official details before you leave and carry only the documentation you have been advised to use.