Location: South Africa » Eastern Cape » Garden Route » AddoThe Place Where Elephants Walk ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK Deep within the shadows of the dense valley bushveld of the Sundays River region of the Eastern Cape lies the Addo Elephant National Park. It is situated 72 km from Port Elizabeth. The access road from the main road (4 km) is tarred as far as the rest camp. Roads within the rest camp are tarred – all other internal roads are gravel. The Addo Elephant National Park represents one of South Africa’s major conservation success stories. In the early days of European settlement, the elephants of the Eastern Cape were ruthlessly hunted for their ivory, and they were later subjected to a deliberate campaign of extermination. By 1920, the great herds which once roamed the region had dwindled to only 11 survivors. Since proclamation of the park in 1931 Addo’s Elephant population has grown to 205. The park also supports Cape buffalo, black rhino, kudu and other antelope, the flightless dung beetle and over 180 bird species. Two hiking trails have been laid out in the park, and conducted night drives can be arranged, offering a rare experience of nocturnal life in the bush. A large waterhole near the chalets and cottages, enables guests to watch game from the comfort of their verandas. Illuminated at night, it provides exceptional opportunities for game viewing. Gate hours Addo 07:00 – 19:00 throughout the year. Zuurberg 07:30 – 16:30 throughout the year. Climate Temperate to warm, with annual rainfall of 450 mm occurring throughout the year. Accommodation All accommodation is serviced daily and provided with bedding, towels and soap. Six bed guest cottages, each with two bedrooms, bathrooms en suite (one with bath; one with shower), open plan partially equipped kitchen. bungalows each with two single beds, a double sleeper coach, bathroom (bath and shower), basically equipped kitchen. Two bed bungalows with bathroom (shower), basically equipped kitchen. two bed bungalows, each with bathroom (shower), refrigerator, communal kitchen facilities with basic kitchen equipment. Camping Caravan and camp sites, communal ablution and kitchen facilities. Caravan sites equipped with 220 v power points. A maximum of six persons, one caravan with a side tent and one vehicle, or one tent and one vehicle, or one autovilla or one motorized caravan will be permitted per site. Other facilities Picnic area for day visitors. Swimming pool for resident visitors only. Restaurant, serving a la carte meals and light refreshments. Only petrol is available. Recreational Activities Game viewing from own vehicle. Bird watching from hide in rest camp. Game viewing at night – illuminated waterhole. Guided night drives to experience nocturnal species. Spekbook Day Trail (3 – 4 hours) in the safety of a botanical reserve within the park. Lookout points at various waterholes within game area. Horse riding at Zuurberg (17 km from Addo). Two nature trails at Zuurberg – one hour and five hours. Handy Hints Bring along binoculars, camera, walking shoes and wildlife reference books. Take Note Pets are not allowed in national parks. Firearms to be declared at reception where they will be sealed. The seal will be broken upon departure. No citrus fruits may be brought into the park. Medical, vehicle repair and police service are available at Addo Village and Sunlands (15 km). Accommodation in and around Addo Cosmos Cuisine accommodation in Addo Come and enjoy Cosmos Cuisine's luxurious full service accommodation and traditional countryside hospitality, in the heart of the charming Sundays River Valley; world renowned for its Citrus products, Rose farms and show, scenic drives and Addo ... More
Shamwari Game Reserve accommodation in Addo Shamwari Private Game Reserve is home to Africa’s Big 5 (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard), is malaria free and is situated in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. This reserve has received numerous international awards, including t... More
Happy Lands B&B Addo South Africa accommodation in Addo Happy Lands B&B is situated in the heart of the Sundays River Valley only 15 minutes drive from the Addo Elephant Park. We are situated on a working citrus farm. Accommodation consists of 4 en suite bedrooms each with its own private patio. There... More
Good Hope Country House accommodation in Addo Follow the tree lined drive through the working citrus farm, past the unusual sighting of a young baobab tree far to the south of its normal hab... More
Casa Mia Health Spa and Guesthouse accommodation in Addo Searching for that ideal place to escape, a perfect setting springs to mind - Casa Mia Health Spa, Addo. If you are looking for country charm, natural areas and a sense of tranquility, a mere 45 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth, you will find Cas... More
Bukela Game Lodge accommodation in Addo Having both explored most of the South African reserves extensively, they chose "this place of great admiration" in order to realize their dream, not only for its magnificence but also because it would offer their guests an opportunity of d... More
Camp Figtree accommodation in Addo Built in traditional Colonial Style, Camp Figtree offers 270 degree jaw dropping views of the Addo National ParkCome and enjoy the stars, elephant walks, horse back safaris or the Big 5 on your door-step.For the food and wine lovers, let us delight y... More
Africanos Inn accommodation in Addo Africanos Inn Bar, Grill & Barn is the only three star graded Hotel situated in the Sundays River Valley in the Eastern Cape, South Africa near the village of Addo, a totally malaria free area. The world renowned Addo Elephant National Park is 10... More
Addo Rest Camp - Addo Elephant Park accommodation in Addo The popular main rest camp of the park offers a wide variety of accommodation units to suit all tastes and plenty of activities to keep visitors busy. A unique feature is the waterhole lookout point, floodlit at night, within the camp as well as the ... More
Addo Elephant National Park Matyholweni accommodation in Addo Camp Matyholweni, opened in October 2004, is the new satellite rest camp in the park. Matyholweni (which means "in the bush" in the Xhosa language) is situated in the new southern block of the park near the small town of Colchester. Access ... More
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