Indri live in eastern rainforests and sing in family groups, a call that carries for kilometres. They do not survive in captivity, so the wild is the only place to see them.
Best places to see it
MadagascarAndasibe-Mantadia
Rainforest where the indri, the largest lemur, sings each morning.
Apr to Nov 2 nights
Where to see it
- Andasibe-Mantadia
Our destination guides: Andasibe-Mantadia
Best time
All year.
Tips
- Be in the forest in the early morning to hear them sing.
Did you know?
- The indri’s song can be heard up to about 2 kilometres away.
Conservation status: Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Check iucnredlist.org for the latest assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to see the indri in Africa?
Andasibe-Mantadia.
Is the indri endangered?
It is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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