SEE SOME OF OUR WING SHOOTING VIDEOS – CLICK HERE
Guide Services
Wing Shooting and Game Hunting with Todd Lutman
Wing Shooting and Game Hunting with Todd Lutman
Experience one of the Best Bird Hunting Safaris in South Africa
Experience one of the Best Bird Hunting Safaris in South Africa
Experience one of the Best Bird Hunting Safaris in South Africa
Guide & Owner Todd Lutman offers a number of exclusive wing shooting concessions throughout South Africa to ensure that you experience one of the best Bird Hunting Safaris.
Safaris are tailored to suit each group’s specific requirements and can include photographic, sight seeing, and plains game hunting, these can all be added to vary the itinerary and cater for non-hunting companions.
Due to the different wing shooting options and species, emphasis is placed on variety rather than quantity. However, early season hunts often see some really big bags.
We strongly recommend the use of 12 Gauge shotguns, as ammunition is readily available.
Wing Shooting with Todd Lutman offers a world class walk up shoot over well-trained dogs, we use mostly German Short Haired Pointers for both point and retrieve the birds.
Partridge & Spur Fowl can be found in covies of between five to twenty birds, they sit tight for pointers and burst out in singles or all at once. The Upland bird hunt takes place in 2 different Provinces, namely on my Free State & Limpopo Concessions in South Africa.
A good level of walking fitness will be an advantage, but we hunt accordingly to each hunter’s ability, the terrain may be described as flat and easy walking. One will experience exhilarating wild bird shooting at its best over quality, well trained Pointers while sharing this exclusive opportunity to hunt on privately owned concessions ranging many thousands of acres.
A typical day begins with an early morning wake up and light breakfast after which we will depart for the day’s bird shooting. Shooting begins on arrival in the field until sunset. A typical South African brunch will be served in the field. During the heat on the day, we rest up for a couple of hours before the afternoon shoot session. At the end of the day’s shoot, we all gather for a photo session of the day’s bag and enjoy a sundowner drink before returning to the Lodge.
Delicious South African dinner will be served around 7.30 pm & after dinner, we share the day’s experience & stories around fireplace until bedtime.
A typical Upland bird shoot takes place over 2 to 3 days. Guests may combine an Upland shoot with some of Guide Services’ tremendous plains game hunting and photographic tourism opportunities.
Between May and August, is our cool winter months so good quality clothing is a must, waterproof ankle boots are one of the most important. The mornings & late afternoons will be cold so dressing in warm lightweight layers is recommended.
A quality warm jacket, gloves, beanie & fleece are recommended. A wide brim shooting hat or cap and ear protection plus a shooting vest is a necessity.
We recommend 12 or 20 gauge over/under shotguns. No Semi-auto’s will be permitted on Upland bird shoots.
We advise No.5 shot which we will supply during your safari. With our experience, we find this combination ideal for all Upland bird shooting.
We have strict measures in place to protect our wild bird populations of Spur Fowl and Partridge, no more than 20% of a population is harvested per annum. Hunters may expect to flush between 40 to 100 birds per day and bag between 20 to 30 birds depending on the number of hunters and shooting ability. Three guns being the ultimate size group, we encourage 3 to 4 hunters per group. Upland bird season is from the 1st May until the 31st July. Birds may be prepared and served for dinner on request while on safari, excess birds are prepared and frozen for future guests and staff.
Situated in the North-Eastern parts of the Free State, dressed in its unique beauty, and surrounded by rich hunting grounds, Glen Guinea defines ‘Country Living’ combined with all the amenities of modern-day life. The rooms are cozy, comfortable and of very high standards, each with their own en suite bathroom.
The Free State winters are considered to be amongst some of the coldest in the country, which is why all the rooms are fitted with adequate heating facilities. All the rooms are serviced daily, with laundry services available on request, made known at least one day prior to washing. The lounge area is spacious and comfortable, fitted with an indoor fireplace, which provides a heart-warming relief from those icy nights.
As for our four-legged friends, special measures were put into place to ensure they enjoy a good night’s rest in a first-class kennel. Each of the roofed-kennels is fitted with a heating-light and sheltered from the wind. Just remember to bring your dog’s own bedding and bowls. The kennels are cleaned daily.
All-inclusive package for mixed bag wild bird shooting safari
Experience South Africa’s spectacular unspoiled wilderness and wild game bird hunting concessions. Join Owner & Guide Todd Lutman on a 10 night / 8 day bird shooting safari: Guineafowl – Spurfowl – Partridge – Waterfowl from blinds and high volume pigeon/dove shooting. 8 – 12 different species of wild game birds.
All-inclusive $5500 per gun
Non-hunter $2400 per person
Sensational & Colonial bird shooting safari
Our wild bird shooting concessions are privately owned where we have exclusive hunting rights. Join Owner & Guide Todd Lutman on a 5 Days / 7 Nights wild bird shooting safari: Guineafowl – Spurfowl – Partridge – Waterfowl from blinds and high volume pigeons/doves shooting. 8 – 12 different species of wild game birds.
All-inclusive $4350 per gun
Non-hunter $1680
Rates Include:
Accommodation in our luxury safari camp
All meals during your safari
Water and soft drinks
Professional Hunter, safari guide & transportation
Hunting permits and licenses
Pick up and drop off at the closest international airport
Rates exclude:
Staff and guide gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Weapon and ammunition
SEE SOME OF OUR WING SHOOTING VIDEOS – CLICK HERE
ALL OUR HUNTS ARE TAILORED TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS AND DAILY RATES MAY DIFFER FROM THE BELOW:
TARIFFS:
Upland Birds and Waterfowl mixed bag Wingshoot Rates:
Minimum 6 Nights / 5 hunting days at:
$750 per person/night 1 gun
$550 per person/night 2-3 guns
$450 per person/night 4-6 guns
Pigeons $350 per gun per night, minimum 4 guns.
Weapon hire $50 per night.
Price Excludes Ammunition & 15% Vat/Tax.
Wing Shooting with Todd Lutman offers a world class walk up shoot over well-trained dogs, we use mostly German Short Haired Pointers for both point and retrieve the birds.
Partridge & Spur Fowl can be found in covies of between five to twenty birds, they sit tight for pointers and burst out in singles or all at once. The Upland bird hunt takes place in 2 different Provinces, namely on my Free State & Limpopo Concessions in South Africa.
A good level of walking fitness will be an advantage, but we hunt accordingly to each hunter’s ability, the terrain may be described as flat and easy walking. One will experience exhilarating wild bird shooting at its best over quality, well trained Pointers while sharing this exclusive opportunity to hunt on privately owned concessions ranging many thousands of acres.
A typical day begins with an early morning wake up and light breakfast after which we will depart for the day’s bird shooting. Shooting begins on arrival in the field until sunset. A typical South African brunch will be served in the field. During the heat on the day, we rest up for a couple of hours before the afternoon shoot session. At the end of the day’s shoot, we all gather for a photo session of the day’s bag and enjoy a sundowner drink before returning to the Lodge.
Delicious South African dinner will be served around 7.30 pm & after dinner, we share the day’s experience & stories around fireplace until bedtime.
A typical Upland bird shoot takes place over 2 to 3 days. Guests may combine an Upland shoot with some of Guide Services’ tremendous plains game hunting and photographic tourism opportunities.
Between May and August, is our cool winter months so good quality clothing is a must, waterproof ankle boots are one of the most important. The mornings & late afternoons will be cold so dressing in warm lightweight layers is recommended.
A quality warm jacket, gloves, beanie & fleece are recommended. A wide brim shooting hat or cap and ear protection plus a shooting vest is a necessity.
We recommend 12 or 20 gauge over/under shotguns. No Semi-auto’s will be permitted on Upland bird shoots.
We advise No.5 shot which we will supply during your safari. With our experience, we find this combination ideal for all Upland bird shooting.
We have strict measures in place to protect our wild bird populations of Spur Fowl and Partridge, no more than 20% of a population is harvested per annum. Hunters may expect to flush between 40 to 100 birds per day and bag between 20 to 30 birds depending on the number of hunters and shooting ability. Three guns being the ultimate size group, we encourage 3 to 4 hunters per group. Upland bird season is from the 1st May until the 31st July. Birds may be prepared and served for dinner on request while on safari, excess birds are prepared and frozen for future guests and staff.
Situated in the North-Eastern parts of the Free State, dressed in its unique beauty, and surrounded by rich hunting grounds, Glen Guinea defines ‘Country Living’ combined with all the amenities of modern-day life. The rooms are cozy, comfortable and of very high standards, each with their own en suite bathroom. The Free State winters are considered to be amongst some of the coldest in the country, which is why all the rooms are fitted with adequate heating facilities. All the rooms are serviced daily, with laundry services available on request, made known at least one day prior to washing. The lounge area is spacious and comfortable, fitted with an indoor fireplace, which provides a heart-warming relief from those icy nights. As for our four-legged friends, special measures were put into place to ensure they enjoy a good night’s rest in a first-class kennel. Each of the roofed-kennels is fitted with a heating-light and sheltered from the wind. Just remember to bring your dog’s own bedding and bowls. The kennels are cleaned daily.
All-inclusive package for mixed bag wild bird shooting safari
Experience South Africa’s spectacular unspoiled wilderness and wild game bird hunting concessions. Join Owner & Guide Todd Lutman on a 10 night / 8 day bird shooting safari: Guineafowl – Spurfowl – Partridge – Waterfowl from blinds and high volume pigeon/dove shooting. 8 – 12 different species of wild game birds.
All-inclusive $5500 per gun
Non-hunter $2400 per person
Sensational & Colonial bird shooting safari
Our wild bird shooting concessions are privately owned where we have exclusive hunting rights. Join Owner & Guide Todd Lutman on a 5 Days / 7 Nights wild bird shooting safari: Guineafowl – Spurfowl – Partridge – Waterfowl from blinds and high volume pigeons/doves shooting. 8 – 12 different species of wild game birds.
All-inclusive $4350 per gun
Non-hunter $1680
Rates Include:
Accommodation in our luxury safari camp
All meals during your safari
Water and soft drinks
Professional Hunter, safari guide & transportation
Hunting permits and licenses
Pick up and drop off at the closest international airport
Rates exclude:
Staff and guide gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Weapon and ammunition
+/- 150 000 Hectares of Agricultural Land
Guineafowl – Spurfowl – Partridge
Pigeons & Doves – +/- 50 000 Hectares
Southern Africa offers some of the world’s finest wing shooting. The diverse habitat, ranging from barren windswept mountains, down to sub-tropical low-lying wetlands, provides for the largest variety of gamebirds available in the country. Whether it be for the collector of specific gamebird species, or the avid wing shooter seeking the ultimate bird hunting experience, our premier wing shooting areas provide for all enthusiasts. Wing shooting in Africa and South Africa always delivers great results.
Bird hunting seasons vary from area to area, but generally March through to September are the prime months. The beginning of the season provides for some of the finest hot barrel pigeon shooting in the world.
The variety of bird species available ensure a varied wing shooting experience. In our northern areas, huge flocks of helmeted Guinea Fowl are found. Seven species of Francolin, including the extremely challenging Greywing are found in the vast mountains of the Eastern Cape above 6,000 feet; and are hunted over well trained pointers. Waterfowl, of which there are 12 different species, including the huge Spurwing Goose, are mostly shot from blinds and over decoys. For some really hot barrel shooting, nothing can beat the immense flocks of pigeons and doves shot over sunflower or cornfields.
Wing shooting safaris are tailored to suit each group’s specific requirements and can include photographic, sight seeing, and plains game hunting, these can all be added to vary the itinerary and cater for non-hunting companions. Due to the different wing shooting options and species, emphasis is placed on variety rather than quantity. However, early season hunts always see some really big bags.
We strongly recommend the use of 12 Gauge shotguns, as ammunition is readily available. Although we suggest a minimum of four hunters to plan an effective safari, we do cater for smaller, more exclusive groups. Get in touch with Guide Services to book.
What is Wing Shooting in South Africa?
Wing shooting in South Africa refers to the hunting of birds in flight, using shotguns. It is a popular activity among both locals and tourists, with a wide variety of bird species available to hunt.
What type of birds can be hunted through wing shooting in South Africa?
South Africa is home to a diverse range of bird species, and many of them are available for wing shooting. Some popular game birds include the guinea fowl, francolin, quail, and various species of duck and geese.
Is Wing Shooting in South Africa legal?
Yes, wing shooting in South Africa is legal as long as hunters obtain the necessary permits and follow the regulations set by the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries.
What is the best time of year for Wing Shooting in South Africa?
The best time of year for wing shooting in South Africa is typically from May to August, which is the winter season. During this time, the weather is cool and dry, and many bird species are in season and available for hunting.
Are there any recommended locations for Wing Shooting in South Africa?
Yes, there are several recommended locations for wing shooting in South Africa, including game farms, hunting lodges, and private reserves. Some popular destinations include the Limpopo Province, Eastern Cape, and the Kalahari region. It is important to research and choose a reputable outfitter to ensure a safe and enjoyable hunting experience.
Todd Lutman
todd@guideservices.co.za
Mobile: +27 82 419 7486
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Guide Services are situated near Heilbron, in the Freestate Province, South Africa but hunt on concessions throughout South Africa