Plains Game
Bowhunting Red Hartebeest
A striking, desert-adapted plains species with a long face and heavy, heart-shaped horns. Fast, curious and built for open country.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 50 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 25 – 35 yd
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Body weight
- 120 – 200 kg
- Where to hunt
- Namibia · South Africa · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
50 lb and up. Often taken at slightly longer plains-game ranges, so know your distances.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Red Hartebeest: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt red hartebeest?
We recommend a minimum of 50 lb draw weight for red hartebeest, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 50 lb and up. Often taken at slightly longer plains-game ranges, so know your distances.
How close do you get to red hartebeest on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 25 – 35 yards. Red Hartebeest is rated moderate to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt red hartebeest?
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 red hartebeest in Africa?
We hunt red hartebeest in Namibia · South Africa · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
