Small Game
Bowhunting Steenbok
A tiny, bright-eyed antelope with big ears and a habit of freezing before it bolts. Small, fast and a genuine test of a bowhunter's nerve.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 15 – 25 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 7 – 16 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
40 lb. The trick is a shot before it explodes out of its form.
Enquire about hunting SteenbokBowhunting Steenbok: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt steenbok?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for steenbok, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb. The trick is a shot before it explodes out of its form.
How close do you get to steenbok on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 15 – 25 yards. Steenbok is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt steenbok?
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 steenbok in Africa?
We hunt steenbok in South Africa · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
