Plains Game
Bowhunting Impala
The heartbeat of the bushveld and the perfect first African trophy. Elegant, alert and everywhere, an old ram will still test every bit of your fieldcraft.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 20 – 30 yd
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Body weight
- 40 – 65 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique
Bowhunting notes
40 lb is ample. They live on a hair trigger, so beat their nose and their nerves, usually from a blind at water.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Impala: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt impala?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for impala, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb is ample. They live on a hair trigger, so beat their nose and their nerves, usually from a blind at water.
How close do you get to impala on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 20 – 30 yards. Impala is rated moderate to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt impala?
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 impala in Africa?
We hunt impala in South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
