Addo Elephant National Park
Addo Elephant National Park is the third largest game reserve in the country after recent incorporation of further adjoining land.
The South African game reserve is famous among tourist for its large elephant herds that graze on the vegetation and parade in a calm manner.
You can witness these marvellous creatures by simply travelling to one of the waterholes, which is a hot spot for elephants. The game reserve is also famous for viewing the Big 5. Due to its close proximity to the coast, travellers can visit Algoa Bay for an opportunity to see Southern Right Whales and White Sharks. The area has a range of Safari Game Lodges for the discerning traveller.
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Excellent Wildlife
Famous for Elephants, but also excellent opportunities for encounters with all of the Big 5 and much more. -
Game Drives
Open vehicle game drives are the best way to get close to these majestic animals. Experienced rangers deliver once-in-a-lifetime moments. -
Superb Safari Lodges
Acclaimed private lodges delivers luxury and convenience in a unique safari setting. -
Night Game Drives
At night the bush comes alive once more as the nocturnal animals emerge. Vehicles are fitted with spotlights for optimal game viewing. -
All-inclusive Packages
For complete convenience, most travel packages are all-inclusive and offers meals, drinks, activities and more as part of the price. -
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Wildlife
In terms of wildlife, The game reserve is renowned for its elephant population along with the Big Five. Visitors can witness lions roaming the landscape early in the morning. Black rhinos are also present in the region, but due to their shy nature, they tend to stay in the thickets.
Addo Elephant National Park is home to interesting species of antelope and they are found in abundance, along with red hartebeest, eland, and kudu.
Game viewing is always in abundance in the game reserve. However, during the dry-summer seasons, you can witness a concentration of animals at the waterholes.
Elephant
CommonGiraffe
CommonHippo
CommonBuffalo
CommonZebra
CommonWildbeest
CommonWhite Rhino
OccasionalBlack Rhino
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OccasionalLeopard
RareCheetah
RareHyena
CommonWild Dog
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