Plains Game
Bowhunting Burchell's Zebra
Wary, tough and far harder than it looks. Zebra hang together, watch everything, and carry a thick hide. A clean, close arrow into a stallion is a real accomplishment.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 55 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 25 – 35 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 290 – 340 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Namibia · Tanzania · Mozambique
Bowhunting notes
Thick-skinned and heavy, so 55 lb and up. The vitals sit further forward than many hunters expect.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Burchell's Zebra: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt burchell's zebra?
We recommend a minimum of 55 lb draw weight for burchell's zebra, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. Thick-skinned and heavy, so 55 lb and up. The vitals sit further forward than many hunters expect.
How close do you get to burchell's zebra on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 25 – 35 yards. Burchell's Zebra is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt burchell's zebra?
Costs vary by trophy size, area and the rest of your species list. Use our Build Your Hunt estimator for a ballpark total, then Danie confirms a clear, itemised quote for your hunt.
Where can you bowhunt burchell's zebra in Africa?
We hunt burchell's zebra in South Africa · Namibia · Tanzania · Mozambique. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
