MIKE CURRIE ADVENTURES
CONGO FOREST HUNTING
AN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME!
CONGO FOREST HUNTING
Join Mike Currie on an adventure of a lifetime!!
The tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa are one of those areas that should be on every true hunter and species collector’s list of places to go!!
Unique in every sense, from the habitat and the species that inhabit it, to the local tribe’s people that call these areas home… The Baka Pygmies, the true hunters of the forest, and your most unbelievable trackers during your stay in the jungle, will make this adventure one to remember.
BONGO HUNTING
Bongos are hunted with the assistance of the Pygmy trackers and their ever loyal dogs. The dogs are vital for one’s success. They keep a bayed up bongo busy enough to allow for accurate sexing and trophy assessment, and ultimately a well-placed shot. The pygmies have certainly mastered the art of tracking in the forest, and it is a privilege to see these exceptional hunters at work!!
Forest Sitatunga and Buffalo are best hunted from elevated stands or “Machans” overlooking promising looking swamps and and salt licks that these species are known to frequent.
GETTING THERE
Brazzaville is accessed by regular Air France flights from Europe. Currently Air France fly direct-ly from Paris (CDG) to Brazzaville 4 times per week. Ousso is in turn serviced by regular regional flights from Brazzaville. From Ouesso, a two hour drive will have you within the Tala Tala hunt-ing area, and soon in camp.
DOCUMENTATION
A Visa is required for entry into Congo. Please give yourself enough time when applying for your visa, they can take time.
HUNTING AREAS
Mike Currie Adventures makes use of the Tala Tala hunting block in the far northern reaches of the Congo (Brazzaville). This area encompasses approximately 800’000 hectares of true equatorial rainforests, and is prime habitat for the secretive Bongo, elusive Forest Sitatunga, and short-tempered Dwarf Forest Buffalo. Oh, and please do not forget the plethora of forest dwelling duikers and hogs that also call this area home!!
FIREARMS
Please consult with us regarding the temporary importation of your firearms into Congo. For those not wanting to travel with their own firearms, we have a selection of good quality 375 and 416 rifles available for hire.
MEDICAL / VACCINATIONS
Congo is a Malaria area, and malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended. Please consult with your doctor with regards to which medication would be best suited to you. Access to Congo will not be granted without a valid Yellow Fever Certificate. Please ensure that yours is up to date and valid.
SPECIES
For those of you interested in the unique species that call these jungles home, you are in for a very pleasant surprise!! One does not see a lot of animals, due to the density of the foliage, but when one does, it’s certainly worth the effort put in!!
The following species call these jungles home, and one is more than likely to encounter them during your hunt:
CONGO FOREST HUNTING SPECIES
