A Pack of Destinations For Wild Dog Safaris in Africa (2023)

When it comes to witnessing the raw beauty of Africa’s wildlife, few experiences can match the thrill of embarking on a wild dog safari in Southern Africa. This diverse and captivating region is home to an abundance of natural wonders, and its untamed landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for encountering the continent’s most enigmatic and endangered predators.

In this blog post, we will take you on a virtual journey through the captivating world of wild dog safaris, showcasing the unique opportunities and unforgettable moments that await you in Southern Africa. Our guides tell us that, there is no better feeling than following wild dogs on a hunt! It is one of the best experiences, so pay attention to this one…

Wild Dog Safaris in South Africa

South Africa is home to a few incredible locations where you have a good chance of encountering wild dogs in their natural habitat.

The best place, of course, is Kruger National Park. The park’s vast size and diverse ecosystems provide an ideal habitat for these fascinating creatures. To a lesser extent, there is a pack of wild dogs that live in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park.. The park’s varied landscapes, from hilly terrain to open plains, offer opportunities to spot these elusive predators.

Remember, wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, as animals roam freely in their natural habitats. That’s why a private safari is always better, because you can look for these ‘painted wolves’ all day, without upsetting the bird lovers in the back of the game vehicle.

Here are some popular wild dog safari options in South Africa:

Southern Tip of Africa

Kruger to Cape Town Safari

Two South African safari titans come together in everyone's favourite safari combo. Rates start from ZAR 7,500 per person.
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Tsowa Safari Island, part of a Cape Town, Kruger, Victoria Falls Package

Cape Town, Kruger, Victoria Falls

Come with us on our epic 12-day 'safari triangle' tour and visit Africa's favourite destinations. Rates start from ZAR 6,200 per person.
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What do you call a pack of wild dogs that enjoy listening to Mozart? A Wolfgang

Wild Dog Safaris in Botswana

Botswana is renowned for its exceptional wildlife and vast wilderness, making it an excellent destination for observing wild dogs in their natural habitat.

Lucky for you, we have three options in Botswana where you will have a good chance of viewing these beautiful doggies. These would be the Okavango Delta, Linyanti and the Central Kalahari. The Delta and Kalahari are well known, but you may not know about Linyanti… Located to the west of Chobe National Park, it is a hidden gem known for its pristine wilderness and incredible predator sightings. Basically, it is Chobe National Park, but without the crowds.

Here are some popular wild dog safari options in Botswana. These are most suited to couples, families and groups of friends:

7 Day Botswana safari

Okavango Delta and Kalahari Safari

A 7-day lifetime voyage to The Okavango Delta and The Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Rates start from ZAR 10,500 per person sharing.
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Okavango & Linyanti Safari (Victoria Falls Add-On)

A 7-day family safari from The Okavango through Linyanti in Botswana. It's wild, it's beautiful! Rates start from USD 650 per person sharing.
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Wild Dog Safaris in Zimbabwe and Zambia

Zimbabwe and Zambia are both uncommon countries in southern Africa that offer improbable opportunities to witness African wild dogs in their natural habitats.

Right off the bat, you would think of Hwange National Park as well as Mana Pools National Park, both found in beautiful Zimbabwe. Both destinations boast a substantial population of African wild dogs, providing excellent opportunities for sightings. Zambia is sadly not known for its wild dog sightings, although there are sporadic sightings in South Luangwa National Park where there re a few packs running around the park’s expansive plains.

Below are our best wild dog safaris in Zimbabwe and Zambia. All can be built around your needs and in fact, we prefer it that way because it means you get your very own safari to brag about!

Family Safari Coffee Stop

Best Of Zimbabwe Safari (Kariba Dam Add-On)

This 10-day safari explores Hwange National Park, Mana Pools National Park and Victoria Falls. Rates start from USD 650 per person sharing.
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Best destinations to view wild dogs in Africa…

South Africa

Hluhluwe Safari
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park

The oldest proclaimed nature reserve in South Africa. It consists of 960 km² of mountainous landscape, in central KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. It is known for its rich wildlife and conservation efforts. The park is one of the very few parks in KwaZulu-Natal where the Big Five can be found.

3 Day Kruger Safari
Kruger National Park

South Africa’s biggest national park is home to the country’s greatest diversity of wildlife. Kruger’s real draw is an almost guaranteed encounter with the super-celebrities of the safari circuit: Africa’s iconic Big 5. You can expect sightings of them all year round.

Botswana

Kalahari Plains Camp, Wilderness Safaris
The Central Kalahari

Wild, mysterious and just unthinkably vast, the Central Kalahari Game Reserve is a true wilderness that will give you the impression that you are exploring Africa on your own. Rich grasslands surround you by day whilst the skies at night are as clear as you could ever imagine.

Elephant Crossing The Linyanti River
The Linyanti

This is a vast area of pristine wilderness located in the north of Botswana. The entire area is superb for elephants. There are a few rival prides of lion and this is also an excellent area for spotting the elusive leopard and rare wild dog.

Pek's Fishing Owl At Xigera Camp Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta

The Okavango Delta is one of the most inspiring wilderness locations in Africa, if not the entire planet. The Delta is a truly unspoiled wilderness with terrain ranging from dry grasslands to swamps. Possible animals to be sighted include cheetahs, lion prides, leopards on the prowl, zebra, giraffes and elephants.

Zimbabwe & Zambia

Walking Safari In Hwange National Park
Hwange National Park

This most famous park in Zimbabwe provides a haven for 107 mammal species and more than 400 recorded types of birds. If it’s elephants you want to see (there are between 45,000 and 60,000 living in Hwange), then this is the place. Hwange is most commonly combined with Victoria Falls.

Elephants In Mana Pools
Mana Pools National Park

Mana Pools is considered one of the prettiest reserves in the world. Its location near the Zambezi River gives it large pools that support an amazing collection of wildlife. Canoe safaris, a terrific way to see animals. It’s also one of the best places in Southern Africa to see endangered wild dogs.

Moriti will tailor something specifically for you to go wild dog adventuring on. Check out our tailor-made safari enquiry form

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Our Safaris

Family Safari Coffee Stop

Best Of Zimbabwe Safari (Kariba Dam Add-On)

This 10-day safari explores Hwange National Park, Mana Pools National Park and Victoria Falls. Rates start from USD 650 per person sharing.
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Cape Town Safari (Malaria Free)

A 7-day malaria-free Cape Town safari exploring the Western Cape coast and into the Little Karoo. Rates start from ZAR 11,500 per person.
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Tsowa Safari Island, part of a Cape Town, Kruger, Victoria Falls Package

Cape Town, Kruger, Victoria Falls

Come with us on our epic 12-day 'safari triangle' tour and visit Africa's favourite destinations. Rates start from ZAR 6,200 per person.
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