Brad Conklin:   

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December 10, 2009

Johan Pretorius

Ibamba Safaris

South Africa

In September 2008, it was my distinct pleasure to hunt with Johan Pretorius in South Africa.  As my first experience hunting in Africa, I cannot say enough how gracious a host and extremely skilled guide Johan was.  I was immediately put at ease by his easy going manner, knowing I’ve just met a lifelong friend.

Johan’s knowledge of the game as well as the habitat and all other species made every day in the field an adventure as he filled you with information about the country.  As a wildlife biologist, I was completely intrigued, and as a hunter astonished at the sheer numbers of game animals and opportunities to take a beautiful trophy.  He is a first class hunter, and I had more opportunities in one day to take great trophies than I ever imagined possible.

As I think back on my experience, it is the humor, the joy, the absolute fun in camp that made this trip so special.  The relaxed atmosphere; whether enjoying a drink by the fire, out spotting game, or watching the sun go down; was as enjoyable as the hunting itself thanks to the knowledge gained, the stories told, the laughter carrying through the night air.  Johan is especially talented at reliving the days‘ hunts; putting his own twist on the events; something we should all be privileged to hear.  His personality, attention to detail, professionalism and hunting skills combine to provide you with a safari experience that is unforgettable.

For me, a lifetime of memories in 10 days, and if you are thinking of hunting in South Africa, you won’t be disappointed with Johan Pretorius.  I know I will be back.

Warm Wishes for a Most Memorable Hunt,

Becky Frey

Brad Conklin(Alaska)

Contact: Home- 907 344 0850  Mobile- 907 223 2531

To Whom It May Concern,

I first met Johan Pretorius, the new owner of Ibamba Safari in October 2007 when he was my Professional Hunter (PH) on my first South African Safari with NB Safari. From the very first time we met, I was impressed with his great knowledge of every living creature that I would encounter on my safari. He took the time to understand me and what my desires, goals and expectations were and he looked for trophies that would met my goals, not just fill a quota. We say hundreds of animals each day and Johan only chose the animals that he knew would meet my dream desires of a lifetime. At the end of my safari, I had collected 9 trophies that will forever be etched in my mind as well as my walls.

Being a avid hunter with 44 years of experience and very intense when I hunt, I was immediately impressed with his professionalism and his unending desire to meet my every goal and desire. When I went to South Africa on my hunt of a lifetime, I knew I was coming back by day 2 and I will be hunting with Johan on my next safari. We have become close friends as you will be when you take your "hunt of a lifetime" and the experience will always be something that you will never regret. If I can be of any assistance to anyone who is considering the hunt of their life, please feel free to contact me.

In addition to the hunting, do not hesitate to go on any of the photo safaris that are offered and do not hesitate to take along your significant other. My wife Suzi went with me and thoroughly enjoyed her photo safari and the wealth of wildlife that that she encountered. And last but far from the least, the food, lodging and hospitality that your will experience is untouched by any vacation spot in the world and is not to be missed. The one piece of advice that I can give to anyone who is considering a safari in South Africa is do not hesitate to go with Ibamba Safari and don't wait too long as you want to have enough time left to go on your second safari.

Regards,

Brad Conklin