Spiral Horns
Bowhunting Lesser Kudu
The thornbush phantom. Slate-grey with up to fifteen fine white stripes and tight spiral horns, a mature lesser kudu bull is one of the shyest antelope in Africa and a crown jewel of any spiral-horn collection.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 45 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 20 – 30 yd
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Body weight
- 90 – 110 kg
- Where to hunt
- Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
45 lb is enough for the frame. The real test is closing to bow range on a bull that hides in dense thornbush by day, moves at first and last light and is far less tied to water than most game.
Enquire about hunting Lesser KuduBowhunting Lesser Kudu: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt lesser kudu?
We recommend a minimum of 45 lb draw weight for lesser kudu, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 45 lb is enough for the frame. The real test is closing to bow range on a bull that hides in dense thornbush by day, moves at first and last light and is far less tied to water than most game.
How close do you get to lesser kudu on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 20 – 30 yards. Lesser Kudu is rated extreme to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt lesser kudu?
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 lesser kudu in Africa?
We hunt lesser kudu in Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
