Plains Game
Bowhunting Topi
A glossy, purple-sheened cousin of the tsessebe, fast and sharp-eyed on the open East-African plains. A topi standing sentinel on a termite mound is a quintessential Uganda image.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 50 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 25 – 45 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 90 – 150 kg
- Where to hunt
- Uganda · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
50 lb and up. Open country means longer shots and a patient stalk on one of the most alert antelope out there.
Enquire about hunting TopiBowhunting Topi: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt topi?
We recommend a minimum of 50 lb draw weight for topi, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 50 lb and up. Open country means longer shots and a patient stalk on one of the most alert antelope out there.
How close do you get to topi on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 25 – 45 yards. Topi is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt topi?
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 topi in Africa?
We hunt topi in Uganda · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
