Yellowstone: Ultimate Wolf & Wildlife Safari

Track wolves, bison, elk, moose and other iconic wildlife amid the snowy splendor of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem—the best place on the planet to spot a wolf in the wild.

In 1995, more than a century after the gray wolf was eradicated from the Yellowstone region, it was reintroduced to America's first national park. As wolves began to thrive again in their native habitat, so, too, did controversy. Watch this short film to learn more about the conservation challenges faced by Yellowstone's wolves.

Feel the wonder of meeting wild wolves with a Nat Hab traveler as she journeys through Yellowstone's vast winter landscape, and experience the power of travel to teach us about the world and fill our souls during humble encounters with wildlife

Few wildlife stories are as famous — or as misunderstood — as the idea that wolves “saved” Yellowstone’s rivers. Wolf biologist and Expedition Leader Aaron Bott unpacks the real story behind this ecological legend, revealing how climate, drought, vegetation and other predators like bears and mountain lions all played roles in the park’s recovery. Drawing on decades of research, Aaron explains what the science actually shows about wolf reintroduction and why the truth, though more complex, is far more fascinating than the myth

In honor of International Wolf Day, Expedition Leader Aaron Bott explores the biology and behavior of wolves, from close-knit family groups to how the species communicates, hunts and raises pups. Discover how 80 years of scientific research has reshaped our understanding of wolf behavior, moving beyond outdated notions of "alpha" wolves and toward a more accurate understanding of cooperation and complex social bonds. Learn how these new findings inform conservation and help shift public perception of one of Earth’s most misunderstood predators.

You've likely heard about the effect reintroducing wolves into Yellowstone has had on elk populations and on the ecosystem as a whole. But what about other predator-prey relationships? Brooke Mitchell talks with wildlife biologist Jack Rabe about the impact of cougars on America's first national park. Learn about the biology of these elusive felines—also called mountain lions or pumas—and how they interact with other predators, and discover some of the conservation challenges surrounding them.