Plains Game
Bowhunting Puku
A golden, water-loving antelope of the floodplains and river edges, closely tied to Zambia's great wetlands. Shaggy, stocky and wary, a good puku ram is a classic Luangwa and Kafue prize.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 50 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 25 – 40 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 60 – 90 kg
- Where to hunt
- Zambia · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
50 lb and up. They hold near water and are quick to bolt, so a careful approach along the floodplain fringe sets up the shot.
Enquire about hunting PukuBowhunting Puku: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt puku?
We recommend a minimum of 50 lb draw weight for puku, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 50 lb and up. They hold near water and are quick to bolt, so a careful approach along the floodplain fringe sets up the shot.
How close do you get to puku on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 25 – 40 yards. Puku is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt puku?
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 puku in Africa?
We hunt puku in Zambia · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
