African Bow Hunting

Okatjuru Safaris was the first bow hunting operation when archery became legal in Namibia in 1996.
Jochen, who is a qualified IBEP instructor, has assisted in the acceptance of archery by the Namibian Government and also instructed during the first three courses held for the licensing of bow hunting guides.

We have set aside 15 000 acres for bowhunting only.
The hunting takes place mostly out of blinds and elevated stands, occasionally using the stalking method.
You would hunt for most part of the day, the most productive time being between noon and 3:00 o'clock in the afternoon. Since a lot of game will be visiting the watering holes, it is advisable to bring a video camera.
The success rates are high, and once could bag between one or two animals a day.

You will be accompanied by a professional hunter/guide at all times, since this is prescribed by Namibian law.
The blinds will be large enough for three people, so you can bring an observer along. The shots can be taken in a standing position, and distances are typically between 10 - 30 yards.

The best months are between July and November, during which time it will be dry, with the possibility of an odd shower or so in October or November.

Equipment to bring with you:

	1 bow and extra string, sights, arrow rest, peep and nocks
	Or 2 complete bows
	1 spare release aid
	24 arrows (at least)
	Broadheads: Suggest the replaceable blades like Muzzy or Thunderheads Expandable broadheads for smaller game only
	Binoculars
	Wide angle camera for trophy pictures

The best months for archery are between June and November, which is our dry season.

Traditional archers are obviously welcome too. We will get you close enough (12 - 15 yards).

There will be an archery range right outside the door of your bungalow.

Additional Equipment

You should bring a hat or cap and sunscreen of a high SPF.

Since there is a lot of grass you will need ankle covering boots and long pants that do not pick up burrs (like jeans or strong camo pants). You can wear camo clothes here, as long as it is not in public (at the airport for ex.). We recommend any Realtree, advantage, skyline etc. while Khaki clothes are good for your sightseeing trip or during dinner time.
For more information about clothing see our Terrain / clothing page

We have a daily laundry service, so you don't have to bring too much clothing.

Daily Rates for Bow Hunting 2007:

 

1 Hunter + 1 Guide	US$	350/day
2 Hunters + 1 Guide	US$	260/day
Non Hunter	US$	120/day

Daily Rates include the following:

1.Services of a qualified professional hunter
2. Trackers, Skinners and camp staff
3. Accommodation, Catering and Laundry
4. Soft Drinks
5. 15% VAT duty
6. NTB Bed levy
7. Permit fees

Daily Rates does not include:

1.Trophies
2. Hotel accommodation after the hunt
3. Gratuities
4. Taxidermy costs, packing and despatch of trophies
5. Airport transfer
6. Alcoholic drinks

TERMS OF BUSINESS:
A deposit of $ 1000. will confirm your booking.
The balance is payable on completion of the safari.
Please use credit cards (visa or master) or travelers cheques for payment.
Animals bagged or wounded must be paid for in full.
Special permits will have to be acquired for cheetah, leopard, roan, sable, red lechwe, dikdik and giraffe, therefore you would have to indicate this at least two months before the hunt commences.

 

Trophy Fees for 2007:

	US$		US$
Kudu	1100	Steenbuck	300
Gemsbuck	600	Duiker	300
Hartebeest	550	Hartmns. Zebra	950
Springbuck	480	Burchells Zebra	900
Blessbuck	550	Warthog	350
Eland	1600	Cheetah	3500
Impala	550	Leopard	3500
Blue Wildebeest	850	Lynx	250
		Roan	on request
Black Wildebeest	1000	Sable	on request
Waterbuck	1900	Giraffe	1800
Red Lechwe	on request	Jackal	free of charge
*Dikdik	2000	Nyala	2800

* This trophy requires travel to a different area

Additional Fees

 

Airport transfer	US$	200/group
Cleaning & dipping of trophies	US$	300/group
Animals with damaged horns at negotiable prices	US$	Negotiable

Bow Hunting References

Jay Strangis	Email: JayMichael.Strangis@primedia.com
Bill Hendersen	Email: stlforce@aol.com
Bill Brown	Email: tebrowninc@home.com
Steve Tylinski	Email: Qualitytan@aol.com
Gabby Tong	Email: Gyt_1969@hotmail.com
Alvin Dee	Email: aydee@firstdominion.ph
Chrissie Jackson	Email: jjj@conservationforce.org
Jerry Goff	Email: AGoff10555@aol.com
Rod Oglesby	Email: roglesby@drury.edu
John Fleharty	Emial: jhflea@midrivers.com
Don Davidson	Email: Donbow@montana.com