Plains Game
Bowhunting Waterbuck
Big, shaggy and tough, with heavily ringed horns curving up and forward. There is something ancient about a good waterbuck bull in the golden light.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 55 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 25 – 35 yd
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Body weight
- 200 – 270 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Mozambique · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
Thick coat and heavy build call for 55 lb or more. A resilient animal that soaks up a hit.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Waterbuck: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt waterbuck?
We recommend a minimum of 55 lb draw weight for waterbuck, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. Thick coat and heavy build call for 55 lb or more. A resilient animal that soaks up a hit.
How close do you get to waterbuck on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 25 – 35 yards. Waterbuck is rated moderate to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt waterbuck?
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 waterbuck in Africa?
We hunt waterbuck in South Africa · Mozambique · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
