About Us
Swala Hunting Safaris is the brainchild of Bryn Thomas who wanted to set up the ultimate haven for plains game hunters and bird hunters alike.
After twenty years of shooting and hunting experience around the world, Bryn decided to look for the perfect location to build the ultimate shooting lodge of his own.
Swala Lodge is a privately owned game reserve in South Africa where parties enjoy hunting in the beauty, peace and tranquillity of the Springbok Flats in the foothills of the Waterburg Mountains.
The Lodge is luxurious and is purpose built from traditional locally produced materials. It is equipped with 7 en-suite bedrooms, large dining and lounge areas. There is a heated swimming pool and large Lapa (porch) where guests can also dine and spend time when not hunting.
Bryn originates from Wales and uses Swala Lodge as his personal retreat to further his interests in conservation and hunting. All the facilities of the Lodge are available for the exclusive use of guests.
Background
Bryn laid down ten essential items that laid the foundations for the perfect game and bird-hunting lodge. These criteria will be quickly recognised by discerning hunters around the world:
LOCATION
The hunting lodge should be located in one of the most beautiful parts of the world. It must be easily accessible and within a reasonable distance of a large international airport. The area should be free from Malaria and other tropical diseases and provide a wide range of local interest and activities.
SAFETY
The hunting must be heart pounding and invigorating, but at the same time guests must feel that they have the security of a first class team of professionals around them. At the same time, we follow traditional hunting methods and want our clients to experience Africa how it used to be.
CHOICE OF GAME
The range of livestock must be vast and offer guests as much choice and variety as possible. We do not supplementary feed our animals and you will always see them in their natural state and habitat.
SATISFACTION
It is essential that hunters come away highly satisfied with both the quality and quantity of their bag. We offer a wide range of species that are plentiful and in excellent condition.
LUXURY
Just because we are out on safari does not mean we have to go without the luxuries in life. Swala is built to the highest possible standards and is equipped with everything a hunter and will need, and a lot more besides. We only take small parties and they have our exclusive attention from the moment they set foot on African soil until we wave farewell at the airport.
VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES
Not all game and bird hunters come alone and not all hunters want to hunt every single day. There must be a wide range of activities to suit all tastes, including those who just want to relax and take in the views.
AFFORDABILITY
Anything is possible if enough money is thrown at it, but hunters want value for money, as well as a great experience. Our all-inclusive package is the best way of managing your expectations and costs. We offer the best location, best animals and best safari experience at a reasonable rate.
ONCE IN A LIFETIME MOMENT
A good safari is something you will never forget. If you are not talking about it for years to come you clearly went to the wrong place. If you like hunting and want to come to Africa, Swala Hunting is as good as it gets.
EXPERIENCED STAFF
Staffing is vital to a good hunting trip and can make or break the whole vacation. It is important to know that you are surrounded by professionals at all times.
EXCEEDING CUSTOMERS' EXPECTATIONS
It is not enough to meet a customer's expectations, you need to exceed those expectations over and over again. A good safari will deliver all the things you expected and a few things you didn't.
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