Small Game
Bowhunting Oribi
A dainty, long-necked grassland antelope, uncommon and tightly protected. A rare and worthy little trophy for the dedicated collector.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 20 – 35 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 12 – 22 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique
Bowhunting notes
40 lb. Open habitat and low numbers make the stalk the whole game.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Oribi: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt oribi?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for oribi, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb. Open habitat and low numbers make the stalk the whole game.
How close do you get to oribi on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 20 – 35 yards. Oribi is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt oribi?
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 oribi in Africa?
We hunt oribi in South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
