Small Game
Bowhunting Guenther's Dik-Dik
The long-nosed dik-dik of Uganda's dry north-east, greyer and paler than Kirk's, with a mobile, trunk-like snout and a tuft of hair raised on the crown. A buck with sharp little spikes is a distinctive trophy that very few hunting areas in Africa can offer, and a fine close-range test for the bowhunter.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 10 – 20 yd
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Body weight
- 3 – 5 kg
- Where to hunt
- Uganda
Bowhunting notes
40 lb is plenty for so small a frame. Pairs hold small territories in thick, dry thornbush and move most at first and last light, so a slow, quiet stalk and a quick, precise release decide it.
Enquire about hunting Guenther's Dik-DikBowhunting Guenther's Dik-Dik: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt guenther's dik-dik?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for guenther's dik-dik, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb is plenty for so small a frame. Pairs hold small territories in thick, dry thornbush and move most at first and last light, so a slow, quiet stalk and a quick, precise release decide it.
How close do you get to guenther's dik-dik on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 10 – 20 yards. Guenther's Dik-Dik is rated extreme to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt guenther's dik-dik?
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 guenther's dik-dik in Africa?
We hunt guenther's dik-dik in Uganda. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
