addo elephant park
a big game safari in a
malaria-free area within easy access from cape town
from 11
elephants in 1931 to the present day sanctuary for 450+ elephants
soon to include a
marine reserve with Cape gannets & African penguins
incorporating the largest
coastal dune field in the southern hemisphere
the park proudly
conserves no less than 5 of south africa's 7 biomes
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the big 5 here plus southern right whales & great white sharks
home to one of the
densest african elephant populations on earth
and, ultimately, a paradise for the unique flightless
dung beetlesemi-
arid with an average rainfall of less than 445 mm per year
rain peaks feb/mar and oct/nov while frost can occur in
wintersummer (sep to mar) requires
cool light clothing & shorts
also
bathing costumes, sun protection & sun hats
pack
warm clothing for chilly winter nights (apr to aug)
its conservation
aim, as quoted from addo's website:
'now safe from the relentless persecution in the past
a place where the grey leviathans of the bush
can, once again, roam in peace
where to stay
we found 2 great options - a lodge outside the park OR a lodge inside addo elephant park - take a look:
river bend lodge - all meals and game drives included
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endless horizons in this 14000ha private concession flanked by mountains
from thick forested valleys, open savannah plains to hillsides rich in fynbos
4 spacious and luxurious suites with private bathrooms with bath & shower
3 executive suites also feature secluded verandas and outdoor showers
honeymoon suite with veranda, outdoor shower and private plunge pool
3 bedr villa with private chef, game vehicle and complimentary local drinks
air conditioned, ceiling fans, safe, mini bar, TV, hair dryer & friendly staff
include luxurious accom, all meals/tea/coffee, 2 game drives & -walk daily
9hr drive from cape town OR easy 1hr road transfer from port elizabeth airport
until apr12
R6200 for 2adults per night in luxury room - all meals and game drives
R6600 for 2adults per night in executive room - all meals and game drives
R7200 for 2adults per night in honeymoon suite with pool - all meals and game drives
R21000 for 6adults per night in 3bedroom villa with pool - all meals and game drives
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or, stay just outside addo and do daily guided game drives into the park
elephant house b&b lodge and cottages
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8km from Addo Park's Main Gate & 45min drive from Port Elizabeth Airport
rambling colonial farmstead set in lush gardens with two swimming pools
thatched roofs, cool courtyards and deep verandas with comfortable sofas
8 suites with extra length king beds, private veranda and 24hr room service
country fresh poolside lunches and 3 course candlelit dinners available
or 6 nearby ‘Stable Cottages’ with large swimming pool & café bar for meals
activities: game drives, elephant- or horse back safaris, river canoes, golf
morning- and afternoon guided game drives into Addo - from R850pp
until apr12
R1500 single per night in colonial suite b&b
R2400 for 2adults per night in colonial suite b&b
R1320 for 2adults per night in stable cottages b&b
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how to travel from cape town to addo elephant park
doing a 9 to 10hr drive from cape town (via the garden route) to addo elephant park is NOT advised
we suggest a few overnights along garden route before driving 4hours plettenberg bay to addo
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fly 1hour from cape town to port elizabeth airport
either meet/greet for transfer OR collect rental car for 1hr drive PE airport/addo
fly 1hr and a bit from johannesburg to port elizabeth airport
either meet/greet for transfer OR collect rental car for 1hr drive PE airport/addo
binoculars, camera, sun hat, sun screen, shorts, sandals, swimming costume,
hiking boots, warm jacket, beanie and scarf for chilly game drives in winter time
do I need to take malaria precautions to visit addo elephant park?
addo park is situated in a malaria free area so visitors are not required to take malaria prophylactics
note that kruger park, botswana & victoria falls visitors ARE required to take malaria prophylactics
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de waterkant cottages
self catering 1 bedroom with jacuzzi
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luxurious 1 bedroom cottage with rooftop jacuzzi and table mountain views
modern interiors with exposed brickwork, glass skylights and painted floors
equipped cherry wood kitchen & open-plan dining/living area with fireplace
guest toilet + spacious bathroom with skylight shower & mirrored wardrobe
air-conditioned queen bedroom opens onto a small private wooden deck
rooftop terrace with bbq, table, sun loungers, jacuzzi & mountain views
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