Plains Game
Bowhunting Tsessebe
The fastest antelope in Africa, glossy and purple-sheened, and famously hard to approach in the open. A tsessebe with a bow is a proper prize.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 50 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 25 – 40 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 120 – 150 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa
Bowhunting notes
50 lb and up. The challenge is closing the distance on the most alert animal on the plains.
Enquire about hunting TsessebeBowhunting Tsessebe: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt tsessebe?
We recommend a minimum of 50 lb draw weight for tsessebe, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 50 lb and up. The challenge is closing the distance on the most alert animal on the plains.
How close do you get to tsessebe on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 25 – 40 yards. Tsessebe is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt tsessebe?
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 tsessebe in Africa?
We hunt tsessebe in South Africa. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
