The majority of hunting however does take place on the privately owned game ranches. These vary in size from approximately 1,666 ha. Hunting Season Hunting in South Africa can be carried on productively year-round, depending on the area and rainy season. The prime hunting months however are April through October. Hunting ordinances, regulations, seasons, etc. are controlled and promulgated by the nature conservation authorities in the various provinces.
Regulations stipulate which species can be hunted, when, where, and by whom.
The provinces also maintain official control of the trophy hunting industry in South Africa. Prospective foreign clients must make their arrangements through a licensed Hunting Outfitter and be guided on the hunt by a licensed Professional Hunter. Hunting is regulated on a provincial basis. Legislation to control professional hunting outfits and operators in South Africa was introduced in 1981, at the instigation of the professional hunting industry. The object of the legislation is to provide protection to South Africa's wildlife resource, as well as to the foreign hunter, by setting standards that are obligatory before a hunting outfitter or professional hunter can be licensed, as well as maintenance of these standards once a license has been granted.