FAQ

Lasarotta Hunting provides Balkan hunting and shooting tours for groups of friends and business partners who have been travelling and hunting together for many years. Volume dove hunting, driven quail hunting, driven pheasant hunting, driven jackal hunting, and driven wild boar hunting are our main driven shooting operations. For smaller groups of up to six people, we also offer guided 1:1 hunting trips for mouflons, roe deer, red deer, fallow deer, jackals, wolves, wild boars, and European brown bears.o.

Our all-inclusive tours include everything from lodging, food, and hunting services to trophy shipping. Once you book your dates and pay a 50% deposit, we will arrange your local hunting licence based on evidence that you own a sporting arm in your country in your own name. To bring your sporting firearms to our counters, you will need an invitation letter from us allowing you to temporarily import sporting firearms into Balkan countries. We also arrange all airport transfers and ground 4×4 transportation in hunting areas for your group. We prefer that teams bring their own guns because they are accustomed to doing so, but in the event that your gun does not arrive on the same flight as you or for any other reason you are unable to take your sporting arms on the plane, we will contact a few companies specialising in firearm rentals on your behalf. These are the same partners who sell ammunition to our clients and ship hunting trophies, both of which we are not licenced to do and which are not included in any of our all-inclusive sporting packages. Flights to the Balkans, loaders, ammunition and bar drinks are all optional extras that are not included in all of our tours. Those additional services requested by you would be ordered with our partners, who would charge ammunition and bar bills in cash after the services were rendered. The Lasarotta team would provide expert guidance and support throughout the trip, as well as prearrange all relevant special requests, which sometimes require more than a few months’ notice to be successfully organised.

Yes, our English-speaking guides will provide special attention and expert advice to “novice guns,” and if necessary, we will organise training courses prior to the start of the main part of your group hunting trip. In addition, if additional hunting training courses are required, we will arrange them for your team. In Belgrade, we offer joint sporting arms and hunting training courses on Monday and Tuesday, with exams on Wednesday morning. By Wednesday afternoon, your group will be ready to go hunting in Serbia, having obtained all necessary international hunting and sporting arms handling certificates and insurance. We can organise only shooting range practise in other countries in the region; for example, a day of practise before driven wild boar trips, but only certified international hunting courses are organised in Serbia. Furthermore, Lasarotta provides a variety of training hunting venues for novice hunters throughout the year at various locations to boost their confidence, and we take the training of young and inexperienced hunters seriously with a lot of patience and professionalism.

Our cartridge-to-bird or bullet-to-animal ratio is approximately three cartridges per bird or three rifle bullets per animal. This ratio is sometimes closer to 2 on dove shooting and roe deer hunting trips and sometimes closer to 4 on upland quail or duck hunting trips. Most of our hunting trips, such as driven wild boar and driven jackal hunting trips, have a bullet-to-animal ratio of 3:1. We will provide plenty of opportunities for your team to hit their targets and will tailor the hunting package to your needs and previous hunting experience, but in order to avoid misunderstandings, we will clearly specify the terms and conditions under which we have been operating for the past two decades. Your group would have realistic chances of harvesting prearranged tickets for each game animal or game bird. Annual game quotas are sold based on the national hunting management programme, which provides national guidelines as the main strategic conservation and management plan, including annual quotations for small game and tickets allocated for big game in each hunting estate. Demand has been much higher than supply in recent years. Many people will be disappointed if hunting venues are not prearranged on time and tickets are sold out. To secure contracts and expected quotes for your trip, you must pay us deposits on time, which will automatically reserve game tickets. Our advice is to plan your hunt well in advance. You would secure your quotas on time, and we can guarantee that you would have your chances. However, the number of wounded and missing animals varies by group, and those with more experience tend to get better results in the evening when the harvested game is laid next to open fire. It is very relative how many chances each member of the team would have individually, but we see each team as a group spirit venue where it is important for the group to do well even if we try hard for each individual to have more equal chances.

Because our services are in high demand, we recommend making your reservations several months in advance, up to a year in advance, to save money on expensive last-minute airfare and avoid disappointment if we are sold out. Early bookings also give you more time to plan other activities, which is especially important for trips that last 7 days and include 4 days of hunting. Let us help you plan the perfect hunting trip, and we’re sure you’ll tell all your hunting friends about us.

Yes, we can accommodate groups of up to 50 people, and we can tailor packages to your shooting team’s specific needs. Simply tell us what you’re looking for, and we’ll put together the perfect package for your group of hunters. We understand that planning a successful hunting trip takes time and preparation, and our team is here to assist you in having the best experience possible. We provide a variety of services to ensure that your trip goes off without a hitch. We have experienced guides who can help you find the best place to hunt, as well as the right gear and supplies to make sure your hunt goes well. We also provide lodging and meals, so you don’t have to worry about those details.

We’ll provide the best local lodging options to suit your group’s needs and special preferences, and we’ll advise you on what options are available in terms of the local hunting lodge in the middle of a forest or local hotels ranging from 2* to 4* standards, while 5* and super luxury hotels can be expected on the last night in Belgrade or Zagreb.

Yes, we will arrange all transportation for you during your stay. Your Lasarotta representative will also meet you at the Belgrade or Zagreb airports and provide expert advice throughout your stay. We will make your journey as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, from scenic and traditional hunting lodges in the heart of nature to the most luxurious 5-star hotels.

Yes, if you need it, we can connect you with local companies for firearm rentals, ammunition sales, taxidermy services, and hunting trophy shipping services.

Yes, Lasarotta Hunting has a hard-earned reputation and a wealth of knowledge from organising hunting and fishing tours in the Balkans for nearly two decades. The Lasarotta team is committed to providing only the best quality services to our clients. Our tailor-made packages are designed with the highest quality in mind, and our long-established hunting staff ensures that you’ll have a safe and exciting trip in the best hunting areas in the Balkans.

The Balkans are known for their charming landscapes, excellent hunting trophies, the excitement of driven shooting, delicious traditional food, fine wines, and authentic local hospitality. Our team will make sure you feel welcome and special during your visit and will be happy to help you experience all the attractions the region has to offer.

We recommend warming up with a day on a running-driven wild boar range or on an Olympic clay shooting ground to prepare for the thrill of your shooting trip. You should also make sure you are well-informed and prepared for the challenges ahead, knowing what to expect on the ground. Our team at Lasarotta Hunting values your satisfaction above all else and will work hard to ensure that every hunt is tailor-made for your group’s experience and expectations.

We recommend taking at least one day off between two days of driven pheasant and driven wild boar hunting trips for the group to rest and recover their shoulders. Let us know your preferences, and we’ll help you plan the perfect trip.

There may be limits to the size of the hunting group depending on the type of hunt and the available resources at the hunting location, but for each hunt, we are specifically staying within the preferred amount of people needed to cover areas. Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your group.

Yes, our guides, who speak English well, will pay extra attention to beginners and give them tips, as well as teach them how to use local sporting arms and hunt. We also offer different training trips for new hunters at different times and places throughout the year.

Please let us know ahead of time if you have any food allergies or restrictions, and we will do our best to accommodate you. Our guides are always eager to ensure that everyone on the trip has a safe and enjoyable time, so please let us know ahead of time if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Yes, just let us know what interests you, and we’ll make it happen. We offer tailor-made packages to meet your needs and will do our best to accommodate your requests.

There may be age restrictions for holding firearm or shotgun certificates in your own country, but our national hunting licence is based on respecting your government’s law and the local police’s decision to grant you the right to own a sporting gun. Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your group.

Yes, your Lasarotta representative will greet you at the Belgrade or Zagreb airports and provide expert guidance throughout your stay. We’ll also arrange airport minibus transfers as well as ground 4×4 transportation from the hotel to hunting areas and around hunting areas for your hunting party during your stay in our countries.

Please let us know if you have a specific type of animal or bird you’d like to hunt, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request. We offer a variety of hunting options, including volume dove hunting, driven quail hunting, driven pheasant hunting, and driven wild boar hunting, as well as the opportunity to try exciting new hunting opportunities like driven jackal hunting.

Hunting can be hard on your body, so if you want to go on a hunting tour, we suggest that you are in good shape. Please let us know if you have any physical limitations, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs.

Please, contact us for information on payment options for your hunting tour since we prefer a single payment by the group leader on our account instead of separate payments by each member of your hunting party.

Yes, there is a cancellation policy for hunting tours. Please contact us for more information on our cancellation policy.

Yes, we make custom hunting packages based on your needs and what you’ve done in the past. Just let us know what you’re looking for, and we’ll create the perfect dream package for your group.

We suggest wearing clothes and shoes that are comfortable, useful, and fit for the country’s sports. Please let us know if you have any special dress code requirements, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your group’s needs.

Yes, just let us know what interests you, and we’ll make recommendations for activities or attractions to visit during your stay. In addition to beautiful landscapes, great hunting trophies, the thrill of driven shooting, delicious traditional food and wine, and genuine local hospitality, the Balkans have many other things to offer.

Yes, it is possible to add additional nights to your stay. Please let us know your preferences, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your requests.

Yes, we can provide references or testimonials from previous clients upon request. Many of our customers return year after year for exciting hunting trips, and we’re proud of the high level of satisfaction and positive feedback we’ll soon receive from your group.

There is no minimum or maximum duration for the hunting tours, but please note that some hunting options may have specific duration requirements, and most of our trips are based on 4 days and 5 nights, mostly shooting on weekdays and using weekends for travel. Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your group.

Yes, we are familiar with the local hunting regulations and laws, and we will ensure that all hunts are conducted in accordance with these regulations, including providing the right guidance on minimum calibres for shooting big game trophy animals as well as the right pellet size for driven game shooting.

Lasarotta Hunting puts safety first, and we have long-time hunting guides to make sure you have a fun and safe trip in the best hunting areas in the Balkans. We also recommend wearing appropriate, highly visible safety vests and hats. Our local parents that we represent would give a safety drill at the beginning of the day, explaining all safety rules and all safety instructions while keeping in mind other participants in the venue and especially taking the safety of tracking dogs and beaters seriously.

The weather and climate in the Balkans vary depending on the time of year and location, but in general, most areas where we hunt have a mild climate with temperature oscillations typical of the rest of the Eastern Mediterranean. Please let us know your specific travel dates, and we’ll provide information on the expected weather and climate conditions.

Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request to hunt with a bow or crossbow.

Different hunting options may be available at different times of year and in different places. Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your group.

Yes, it is possible to hunt with both a rifle and shotgun, but the most accurate and the most popular choice is definitely a rifle with a legal bullet minimum of 7 mm. Please let us know your preferred weapon, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

Please contact us for information on the cost of our hunting tours that are connected to each hunting programme we offer. Prices may vary depending on the duration of the trip and expected trophy fees, the type of hunt, and other factors like the luxury of your accommodations.

Depending on where you hunt, the terrain and habitat for the different types of hunting may be different. Mountain hunts are quite different from those in woodlands or marshy areas in the plains next to big rivers. Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll provide you with information on the terrain and habitat for the hunting options you are interested in.

No, only to practise it on the shooting range or take a separate handgun training course.

We offer a variety of hunting options, including volume dove hunting, driven quail hunting, driven pheasant hunting, and driven wild boar hunting, as well as the opportunity to try exciting new hunting opportunities like jackal hunting. Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your group.

Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request to hunt with a crossbow or compound bow. It is a legal way of hunting in Serbia in designated areas, but still an illegal method of hunting in Croatia.

The hunting seasons and best times to visit for different hunting options may vary depending on the country and type of hunt. Please contact us with your specific needs, and we’ll provide you with information on the hunting seasons and best times to visit for the hunting options you are interested in.

We recommend wearing comfortable, practical clothing and footwear that is suitable for the outdoors. We also recommend bringing appropriate safety equipment and any other necessary gear. Please let us know what you need, and we’ll send you a list of equipment and gear we think you should use.

We will handle everything, including booking the hunting permits for the hunting tours. Please contact us with any questions you may have about the required licenses and permits that are required to be completed at least one month before your arrival.