Bow Hunting Information
Namibia’s Dry Climate Created Africas Greatest Bow Hunting Destination
Frontier Safaris Namibia specializes in the ultimate African bowhunting experience in the heart of Namibia. We have created the ultimate bowhunting sanctuary, home to unparalleled numbers of wild game species. While the most popular method of bowhunting in Namibia is out of ground blinds or tree stands situated strategically over well set watering holes, during our raining season, clients have the option to walk and stalk if preferred.
Bowhunting Walk and Stalk/Spot and Stalk
Walk and stalk or spot and stalk is every bow hunters favorite method of bow hunting but unfortunately not always the most successful. Spot and stalk can be very difficult at certain times of the year as the thick Mopani cover drops its leaves during the dry season, May through to September. The best months to walk and stalk bow hunt are during our raining season, March through the end of April and again in October. During this time of the season spot and stalk is ideal as thick cover will offer great stalking opportunities, allowing hunters to get well within range.
Bowhunting from Ground Blinds Over Watering Holes
Bow hunting from a ground blind is certainly the most successful method of hunting in Namibia throughout our winter months. In some situations, we may set up portable pop-up blinds but the majority of the hunting will be done from our well constructed ground blinds placed strategically throughout the ranch near the watering points. Our ground blinds are big and spacious with more than enough roof clearance for even the longer traditional recurve bows and spacious enough to comfortably fit 3 to 4 people. The ground blinds are built with rock and concrete for ultimate sturdiness and an all round natural appearance. Each blind has a full size door at the rear with two windows on each side. Not only are the blinds built for a wide range of bowhunters, they are also wheel chair accessible. The ground blinds have all been built between 20 and 30 yards from the furthest part of the water hole ensuring our hunters have a comfortable shot. Bow blinds built by bowhunters for bowhunters.
Bowhunting From Tree Stands Over Water and Game Trails
Bowhunting from tree stands has become popular over the last few years in Namibia. If placed correctly, a tree stand can be a very successful bowhunting method. We place our tree stands above well used game trails or temporary water where heavy game activity is noticed. We encourage our traditional archers to hunt from the tree stand as the shot opportunities tend to be closer, sometimes directly bellow you within 15 yards. A big advantage of a tree stand over a ground blind is they are easy to setup and move around. During the rainy season, animals prefer to drink from ponds that are dry during the winter months. Tree stands can be set up on short notice in these areas. If our clients are interested in bowhunting from tree stands, we recommend they bring their own safety harness with as it allows for ultimate comfort.
Additional Archery Hunting Information
At Frontier Safaris we pride ourselves on our supreme bow hunts. Excellence comes standard with everything we do. Our season runs from April through the end of October. The best time of the season to bow hunt is May through the end of August and on a darker moon if possible. Bow hunts will consist of a minimum of 10 hunting days to ensure adequate opportunities. Clients will need to allow for a travel day on arrival and a travel day on departure resulting in a total of 12 days. Longer hunts are available and most welcome. It’s no secret our African game can be tough so don’t take chances when it comes to equipment. Invest in good broad heads, it’s always money well spent. Contact us for our recommendations. We require a minimum draw weight of 45 pounds and a minimum total arrow weight of 400 grains but recommend 60 plus pounds and an arrow weight around 500 grains. We recommend you bring at least 12 arrows and 12 broad heads as well as a few field points to check equipment on arrival and throughout the safari. Small game species like Guineafowl and rabies are in abundance at Frontier Safaris so we suggest our clients bring a few small game broad heads as well. For any additional questions please feel free to contact us.
