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Going through customs in South Africa there was a fellow in front of me that used the golf case and the way he had things arranged is a small lockable case for his ammo and 3 small nylon duffle bags then the guns and below that was loose clothing. All he had to do is open the case set the duffles to the side hand the agent the rifle then if they wanted to check the ammo he could unlock that case. He also had a copy of the US custom forms right next to the rifle.
He was in and out of the office in no time while I was fumbling packing and un packing my stuff.
What ever you do check the paperwork to make sure all the numbers match. A typo can ruin your entire day. If you can get all the forms ahead of time fill them out with multiple copies. Keep one set in each peice of luggage.
Most people over pack since the laundry is done on almost a daily cycle you may only need 3 sets of hunting cloths, camp cloths and the rest is for your side trips.
If you have extra space (and weight) in your luggage you may want to ask what items the PH has a hard time getting their hands on. Electrical tape, zip ties, ziplock bags, videos....
My PH's wife really wanted freezer ziplock bags and their kids were looking forward to a Disney movie. Also if you bring second hand cloths for the local villagers it is often apprecieated. Childrens cloths are hard to come by and if you stop by Good Will and ask about the cloths that will not sell in the US you may be able to buy some at a deep discount.
There was one fellow who packed out the skull of my buffalo that was wearing just rags that was held together by threads. I wish I had an extra shirt with my to give him to show my appreciation.
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