The 10 Best Nature Documentaries on Disney+

Expand your horizons with these amazing nature documentaries on Disney+.
The 10 Best Nature Documentaries on Disney+

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Since most of us can't get a get a close-up of exotic wildlife, photos and videos will have to suffice.

Luckily, Disney+ is filled with amazing nature documentaries that are both educational and interesting.

Want to see animals in amazing detail? These Disney+ nature documentaries will give you an immersive viewing experience.

1. Monkey Kingdom

The Disneynature documentary, Monkey Kingdom, transports you to the lush rainforests of Sri Lanka, the home of numerous macaque tribes. This captivating documentary plays almost like a reality show (only with monkeys).

The star of the documentary is Maya, a rejected macaque who struggles to climb the ranks within her tribe. When the group of monkeys gets chased away from their home, Maya finally gets the chance to show off her survival skills and prove her worth.

2. Wings of Life

Wings of Life is another fantastic Disneynature documentary that gives you a close-up view of flying creatures.

From honey bees to bats, the amazing camerawork captures every tiny detail on these small creatures, allowing you to view them in a way you never have before.

The documentary sheds light on the essential purpose of these winged insects, birds, and mammals. All of these animals serve as the world's best pollinators, and spread life by feeding on flowers.

3. Born in China

Born in China gives you a heavy dose of cuteness. It takes place across the diverse environment of China, and hones in on three different animal families.

Not only will you get a glimpse at a panda and her cub, but you'll also see mesmerizing footage of a snow leopard family, as well as a group of golden monkeys.

To make this documentary even better, it's voiced by John Krasinksi, who you might know better as Jim from The Office.

4. The Crimson Wing

Flamingos are some of the most unique animals on the planet—their stunning look and distinct habits make them unlike any other bird.

The Crimson Wing captures a flock of flamingos at Lake Natron in Tanzania, the East African site where millions of flamingos gather every year.

This film reveals plenty of surprising information about the flamingo, such as the fact that flamingos lay their eggs on some of the most deadly lakes in the world.

5. Bears

Disneynature's Bears covers one whole year in the life of a brown bear and her two adorable cubs. The bear family lives in the Alaskan wilderness, where avalanches and predators threaten to break the family apart.

As the winter transitions into spring, you'll see the bears emerge from hibernation, and venture into the cold outside world.

6. Chimpanzee

If you're fascinated with chimpanzees, you'll love this documentary. Chimpanzee is a lighthearted film that follows the adventures of a young chimpanzee, Oscar, as well as his family and friends.

Set in the heart of the African rainforest, you're bound to be amazed at the chimpanzees' intelligence and playful energy.

7. Dolphin Reef

Dolphin Reef takes you to the fascinating underwater world of dolphins. It primarily tracks Echo, a young Pacific bottlenose dolphin that still has a lot to learn.

Although Echo longs to explore the vast coral reef, his run-ins with dangerous predators might convince him to focus on survival.

8. Penguins

Everyone loves penguins, and this documentary will make you love them even more. Penguins takes place in the ice-cold Antarctic, where millions of penguins migrate to find a mate.

One penguin, Steve, embarks on the treacherous quest to start a family, but not without nasty predators getting in his way.

9. Elephant

Elephant is an awe-inspiring Disneynature documentary that portrays the journey of a herd of majestic African elephants.

The elephant Shani, and her son, Jomo, join the herd to walk hundreds of miles to reach their destination: the Zambezi River.

Along the way, the group faces grave danger—the sweltering heat, threat of predators, and lack of resources makes traveling a lot harder.

10. African Cats

African Cats is set in the African savannah, the home to several species of big cats. This movie introduces you to three big cat families, all of which are interesting to see in action.

You'll meet the cute lion cub, Mara, as well as the dominant lion male, Fang, who must protect his family from a rival threat. Lastly, you'll meet Sita, a cheetah mother with five cubs.