Accommodation near Addo Elephant National Park
The Addo Elephant National Park is South Africa’s 3rd largest national park. It is located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, about 72 kilometres from the city of Port Elizabeth, making it an extremely rewarding and accessible game reserve.
The national park was proclaimed in 1931 when there were no more than 16 elephants in the area. It is a true success story as the reserve is now home to over 550 elephants as well as numerous other species. It covers an impressive stretch of land – 180 000 hectares in total.
The park encompasses a wide range of vegetation types and in turn supports a diverse variety of animal and bird species. It stretches from the semi-arid Karoo area in the north, over the imposing Zuurberg Mountains, across the Sundays River Valley and south to the coast where the Sundays River and the Bushman’s River meet the Indian Ocean.
There are further plans to extend the park to encompass the marine area too. The area proposed for the marine section of the area boasts a number of small islands which include the second largest breeding ground for African penguins in the world and the largest breeding population of Cape gannets.
The reserve boasts one of South Africa’s best showcases of African wildlife and is proudly home to the big five. The big 5 includes elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo, lion and leopard. They are known as the big 5 because they were the hardest animals to hunt either owing to their stealth or aggressiveness.
Another draw card for the park is that unlike the Kruger National Park, it is a malaria-free area.
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Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm situated in Addo, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm warmly welcomes you. We are nestled on a mountain-top in the heart of the Sundays River Valley,... More Info
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Lenmore Bed & Breakfast Accommodation, Restaurant, Deli and Bakery is located on the main road to the Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, a 60km drive from Port Elizabeth Airport. Addo is locat... More Info
8.3 km
From R1710 PPS
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Woodall Country House and Spa is set amongst peaceful citrus, a mere 45 minutes from Port Elizabeth, and neighbour to the malaria-free Addo Elephant National Park. The establishment was developed from... More Info
8.6 km
The incomparable thrill of quietly observing a passing herd of elephant while being served tea on the veranda of a stately Colonial manor house is the stuff of dreams and legends - at Gorah it’s an ev... More Info
10.5 km
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The Zuurberg Mountain Village is a haven of historical delight set high up on the Zuurberg Mountains. It is a tranquil and truly unique mountain-top retreat set in 160 hectares of indigenous vegetatio... More Info
10.7 km
From R930 PPS
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Africanos Country Estate prides itself on its tranquil atmosphere and contemporary architecture. This recently established hotel comprises of luxurious guest suites, each rich with character and yet ... More Info
10.9 km
Gerald's Gift Guest House offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation in the scenic Sundays River valley is 15km from the Addo Elephant Park and is close to the premier game reserves Amakhala, Sham... More Info
11.5 km
Addo African Home is a charming eco-friendly Lodge located in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, located only 10 minutes’ drive from the main gate of Addo Elephant National Park.
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11.8 km
Addo, in South Africa's malaria-free Eastern Cape, is renowned for the Addo Elephant National Park. Only minutes away lies Homestead B&B Addo Accommodation in a lush, oasis-like garden.
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12.2 km
Experience true African accommodation when staying at Chrislin African Lodge in traditionally built mud huts located on an eco-friendly farm, just 12km from the main gate of the Addo Elephant National... More Info
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Addo Reviews
Addo
Awesome. Not as many animals as we expected.
- Tim Van Zyl
Addo
One of the best authentic holiday destination!
- Antoinette Pretorius
Addo
The town of Addo is really struggling with the effects of the lockdown, couldn't find anywhere besides the Kraal to eat or buy any kind of takeaways. But the Park is wonderful. We saw lots of elephants a well as other game and loads of birds, even though the bush is very dense. The underground hide at Main Camp Addo is very well placed and we had wonderful sightings of elephant there. The restaurant at Main Camp is good and good value for money.
- Mary Debrick
Addo
Addo was enjoyed by all of us . We went in every day .
- Len Liversage
Addo
Great day in the park. Saw lots of animals including my first jackals. Will go again.
- Graham Fullwood
Addo
We had a great experience - got lucky and even saw 3 lions. Kids loved it.
- Emil van Rensburg