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Bow hunters continue to return to Bushmen Safaris in South Africa year-after-year for several compelling reasons:

Bushmen Safaris is truly the best place to hunt in South Africa, and here are some testimonials from satisfied hunters who have experienced the exceptional hunting opportunities and hospitality that Bushmen Safaris offers:

Bowhunting, a time-honored tradition dating back thousands of years, has evolved into much more than a sport. It has become a valuable tool for environmental conservation.

If you're a bowhunter looking for an unforgettable adventure, look no further than bowhunting in South Africa with Bushmen Safaris.

Located in South Africa, Bushmen Safaris is the ideal location for your first or next hunting adventure. Our beautiful location, superior service, competitive bow hunting packages, and world-class selection of animals helps make us unequaled when it comes to hunting in South Africa.

So, you’re thinking that this is the year to put a bow in your hand and become an archer, or bowhunter, or both. If this is the year, then here are a few tips:

Are you ready to embark on your own hunting journey of a lifetime and experience a crossbow adventure in the wilds of South Africa with Bushmen Safaris?

Your Africa plains game hunting experience with Bushmen Safaris begins with you being picked up at the airport in Johannesburg, and then you are driven to Bushmen Safaris for game viewing and a relaxing evening in beautiful South Africa.

The initial results from a study in Finland were presented last week and confirm that hunting with a bow and arrow is just as effective as using a rifle. The detailed scientific study, which was conducted over a period of four years from early 2019 to early 2023, analyzed the comparative aspects of harvesting white-tailed deer with both bullets and hunting bows.

Crossbows are often considered tools for new hunters, elderly hunters, and those with physical limitations, but they’re available to everyone during archery season in most states. You could benefit from incorporating a crossbow into some of your bowhunting strategies regardless of your age, gender, skills, or mindset.

Here are a few ways you can help contribute to the future of hunting in America:

Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get from our hunting clients about planning a trip and hunting in South Africa with Bushmen Safaris.

Our clients consistently leave with top quality trophies, including an exceptional number of top 10 all-time trophies hunted in South Africa according to Safari Club International (SCI). It is one of the many reasons why more than 80% of our bow hunting clients each year are repeat clients of Bushmen Safaris and will do their Africa plains game hunting with us again and again and have the confidence to send their friends.

Your Africa plains game hunting experience with Bushmen Safaris begins with you being picked up at the airport in Johannesburg, and then you are driven to Bushmen Safaris for game viewing and a relaxing evening in beautiful South Africa. The bow hunting safari starts the following day and continues for the customized length of your stay. On average, the typical hunt consists of 10 full hunting days, and every Africa plains game hunting experience at Bushmen Safaris is tailored to meet your specific desires with your unsurpassed satisfaction being our foremost priority.

We think that Bushmen Safaris is the one of the most ideal destinations to hunt in the world. And here are a few reasons why.

Bow hunters are a different breed: the kind that relishes the challenges of an up-close, high-stealth hunt, with all the frustrations and elation that entails. But that’s not the only thing that sets bow hunters apart from their gun-toting brethren.

People in Africa invented hunting bows and arrows, probably about 64,000 years ago. Some of the earliest arrowheads come from South Africa. Then as people spread from Africa to India, Australia, all over Asia, and Europe, they took their bows and arrows with them. Bows and arrows finally made their way to North America around 3,000 B.C. Native Americans started using bows to hunt in North America. It is believed that they got their bow technology from the Tuniit, and it spread from there across the Americas.

Cellular trail cameras, smartphone-controlled heating elements, ozone machines and automatic range-finding bow sights are just a few examples of recent technology advancements that have flooded the bowhunting world. And you can bet, this technology craze isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Many hunters embrace these advancements and grab hold of the latest and greatest. Other hunters find these new technologies too much, or simply do not believe it fits their hunting style and they self-limit themselves to the ways of old.

Bushmen Safaris specializes in plains game hunting in South Africa. The vast majority of all the hunts in Africa are plains game hunting safaris. South Africa has an incredible variety and density of wild game that is unmatched by any other place in the world. This incredible abundance of game makes South Africa a paradise for hunters as they experience the hunts of a lifetime.

Hunting in South Africa is without a doubt one of the most exhilarating experiences any bow hunter could have. It can easily turn out to be the hunting experience of a lifetime. Those high expectations can also bring unnecessary worries like making sure you have the right gear. This is normal and Bushmen Safaris is here to help put your mind at ease. And the one gear question we get asked a lot is: Should I bring mechanical broadheads or fixed broadheads for plains game hunting in South Africa?

Fred Bear (March 5, 1902 – April 27, 1988) was an American bow hunter, bow manufacturer, author, and television host. He was born in the town of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. Although he didn't start bow hunting until he was 29 and did not master the skill for many years, he is widely regarded as a pioneer in the bow-hunting community. Bear was a world traveler, film producer, and the founder of Bear Archery, an outdoor company that still exists. You can learn more about Fred Bear at the Bear Archery site.

Take a quick scroll through your social media these days and you’ll likely see as many fitness photos as you’ll see photos of big bucks and bulls. Yes, physical fitness seems to be the rage among many hunters these days as they prepare for the upcoming hunting season. But does working out really make you a better bowhunter?

Bushmen Safaris is proud to help fulfill the dreams of a lifetime with the most exotic of trophies for the hunter who is looking for a lifetime harvest.

South Africa has long been a special destination for bow hunters from around the world because of its abundance of species, quality infrastructure, and incredible accommodations.

At Bushmen Safaris, we know what it takes to provide a quality archery hunt and we make it happen. Our premium bowhunting package will provide you with food and lodging for 12 days, 5 trophy fees, 10 days guiding services.  The bowhunting package price also includes round-trip ground transportation from the Johannesburg, South Africa Airport, and all other ground transportation during your bowhunting experience.

No one likes a pessimist, but there are times when it pays to look for the dark clouds we hate to admit are there — to determine what can go wrong. While negative thinking is usually a curse, it can serve a purpose when you look at these possible outcomes and come up with a plan to fix them before they happen.

Bushmen Safaris is proud to help fulfill the dreams of a lifetime with the most exotic of trophies for the hunter who is looking for a lifetime harvest.

Bushmen Safaris is proud to help fulfill their dreams by providing a world-class selection of animals for the hunter who is looking for a lifetime harvest.

Bushmen Safaris has years of hunting experience in Africa and your bow hunting trip will evoke memories of lifetime as you enjoy guided bow hunting at our private 22,000 acre deeded wildlife conservancy in beautiful South Africa.

In its original form, the “KISS” approach stood for Keep It Simple, Stupid — as if to imply that one might be stupid. In today’s kinder, gentler culture, calling someone stupid might get you sued, while 20 years ago it might have just gotten you a bloody nose.

When is the Best Time of the Year to Hunt at Bushmen Safaris?
When you are at Bushmen Safaris!!!
Bow hunting season is typically from late March to early October, and the best time to bow hunt is during those months. The rainy season in South Africa roughly begins during the second week in November and normally ends the second or third week of February. Below you will find a breakdown of the months and what you can expect during your bow hunting adventures at Bushmen Safaris

• The Africa bow hunting safaris at Bushmen Safaris allow hunters to experience 10 to 12 thrilling days of hunting.
• Our reputation has afforded us the title of one of the finest Africa bow hunting safaris anywhere, and our 80% return of clientele is a strong testament to that fact. We have excellent game management, trophy animals, wonderful hospitality, and a devotion to our clients all of which has contributed to our high return rate. 

Hear how Bushmen Safaris got started in South Africa in this YouTube video. Bushmen Safaris is where you can experience guided bow hunting on a private 22,000-acre deeded wildlife conservancy during your customized stay. Bushmen Safaris has years of experience in Africa and our trips will evoke a lifetime of memories. Bushmen enjoys a reputation earned through years of satisfying our bow hunting visitors in this enchanting country. Bushmen has been an archery only area since 1986, and our accommodations feature the character of South Africa thatched roofs and rondavals with the luxury of private baths, a swimming pool, superior service and delicious dining.

There are numerous great places to hunt, but in the hearts and minds of many bow hunters, there is only one ultimate hunting destination: South Africa. Hunters from all over the world visit the country occupying the southernmost part of the African continent to experience the paramount hunting safari. The number of species that one is allowed to hunt in South Africa is unmatched anywhere else in the world. The key species to hunt are the big 5 - the buffalo, lion, leopard, rhino and elephant - and the plains games species include animals unique to southern Africa such as the kudu, springbok, warthog, black wildebeest, blesbok, waterbuck, blue wildebeest, and bushbuck. Hunting in South Africa is possible all year round, but as a result of the summer heat and rain, the best and most popular period is from April to September.

Bushmen Safaris, a private 22,000-acre deeded wildlife conservancy in South Africa, provides exclusive bow hunts, beautiful accommodations, superior service, competitive bowhunting packages, and a world-class selection of animals for your trophy hunting experience.

Bushmen Safaris, a private 22,000 acre deeded wildlife conservancy in South Africa, has been satisfying bow hunting visitors year after year with beautiful accommodations, superior service, delicious dining, competitive pricing, excellent management, and a world-class selection of animals

From bowhunting.net, bowhunting biologist Wade Nolan discusses some of the myths about traveling to Africa for a bowhunting safari. Below is a small sample of his article.

From bowhunting.net, bowhunting biologist Wade Nolan discusses some of the myths about traveling to Africa for a bowhunting safari. Below is a small sample of his article. If you want to read the entire document, it can be found here.

A bowhunting tip from the good folks at Bowhunting Info that we thought we would share with all of our bowhunting enthusiasts.

A majority of the hunting in South Africa takes place on enclosed private land, and the amount of game on private land is estimated to be two and a half times greater than the game populations found on public lands. The species taken on these private lands such as Bushmen Safaris include the impala, warthog, greater kudu, blesbok, gemsbok, blue wildebeest, zebra, black wildebeest, southern bushbuck, common waterbuck and springbok.

Bushmen Safaris, a private 22,000 acre deeded wildlife conservancy in South Africa that offers exclusive bow hunts to archers, is proud to help fulfill hunting dreams by providing a world-class selection of animals for the hunter who is looking for the hunt of a lifetime.

Bushmen Safaris has years of experience in Africa and your bow hunting trip will evoke memories of lifetime on our private 22,000 acre deeded wildlife conservancy in beautiful South Africa.