Ethiopian wolves hunt rodents on high Afro-alpine moorland. Only a few hundred remain, most in the Bale Mountains.
Best places to see it
EthiopiaSimien Mountains
Dramatic escarpments with gelada monkeys and Ethiopian wolves.
Oct to Mar 3 to 5 nights
Where to see it
- Bale Mountains National Park
- Simien Mountains
Our destination guides: Simien Mountains
Best time
October to March.
Tips
- Early mornings on the Sanetti Plateau in Bale are best.
Did you know?
- It is the most threatened canid in the world.
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 ethiopian wolf in Africa?
Bale Mountains National Park; Simien Mountains.
Is the ethiopian wolf endangered?
It is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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