Plains Game
Bowhunting Sable
The most regal animal in Africa, and it knows it. Jet-black bulls carrying scimitar horns that sweep back over their shoulders. A sable stops a room.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 55 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 25 – 35 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 190 – 270 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Mozambique · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
Tough and thick-skinned, so 55 lb and up with a sharp, heavy arrow. They can be aggressive when wounded, so placement is critical.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Sable: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt sable?
We recommend a minimum of 55 lb draw weight for sable, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. Tough and thick-skinned, so 55 lb and up with a sharp, heavy arrow. They can be aggressive when wounded, so placement is critical.
How close do you get to sable on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 25 – 35 yards. Sable is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt sable?
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 sable in Africa?
We hunt sable in South Africa · Mozambique · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
