Wild dogs live in packs and range over huge areas, so sightings are special. In the denning season, packs stay in one area for several weeks while pups are small.
Best places to see it
South AfricaKruger National Park
South Africa’s flagship park: Big Five, excellent roads and options for every budget.
May to Oct 3 to 4 nights
BotswanaOkavango Delta
A vast inland delta where floodwaters arrive in the dry season, drawing wildlife from all around.
May to Oct 3 to 5 nights
ZimbabweHwange National Park
Zimbabwe’s largest park, with big elephant herds at waterholes in the dry season.
Jun to Oct 3 nights
Mana Pools National Park
Walking and canoeing among elephants on the Zambezi floodplain.
Jun to Oct 3 to 4 nights
Where to see it
- Okavango Delta
- Mana Pools and Hwange
- Kruger
- South Luangwa
Our destination guides: Kruger National Park · Okavango Delta · Hwange National Park · Mana Pools National Park
Best time
Denning season, about June to September.
Tips
- Ask camps about current denning activity.
Did you know?
- Wild dogs are among the most successful hunters of all large predators.
- Each dog’s coat pattern is unique.
Conservation status: Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Check iucnredlist.org for the latest assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to see the african wild dog in Africa?
Okavango Delta; Mana Pools and Hwange; Kruger.
Is the african wild dog endangered?
It is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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