Predators
Bowhunting Honey Badger
Pound for pound the most fearless animal in Africa, the ratel fears nothing and gives up on nothing. Rarely seen and rarely taken, a honey badger is a trophy few hunters ever earn.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 45 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 15 – 30 yd
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Body weight
- 7 – 16 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Zambia · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
45 lb for the thick hide and heavy build. Usually an opportunistic or baited low-light chance, and always a quick one.
Enquire about hunting Honey BadgerBowhunting Honey Badger: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt honey badger?
We recommend a minimum of 45 lb draw weight for honey badger, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 45 lb for the thick hide and heavy build. Usually an opportunistic or baited low-light chance, and always a quick one.
How close do you get to honey badger on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 15 – 30 yards. Honey Badger is rated extreme to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt honey badger?
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 honey badger in Africa?
We hunt honey badger in South Africa · Zambia · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
