Small Game
Bowhunting Cape Grysbok
A stocky little antelope grizzled with white hairs, nocturnal and rarely seen, tucked into the fynbos and thicket of the southern Cape. One of the hardest of the Tiny Ten.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 10 – 20 yd
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Body weight
- 8 – 12 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa
Bowhunting notes
Almost always a low-light hunt at close range, and a quiet, quick shot at a small, wary target.
Enquire about hunting Cape GrysbokBowhunting Cape Grysbok: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt cape grysbok?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for cape grysbok, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. Almost always a low-light hunt at close range, and a quiet, quick shot at a small, wary target.
How close do you get to cape grysbok on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 10 – 20 yards. Cape Grysbok is rated extreme to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt cape grysbok?
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 cape grysbok in Africa?
We hunt cape grysbok in South Africa. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
