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Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

1. Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

Get picked up from your hotel in Port Elizabeth, Bluewater Bay, or Colchester. Spend a full day exploring the third largest National Park in South Africa with an expert local guide. The original elephant section of the park was proclaimed in 1931, when only eleven elephants remained in the area.  Today you can see a variety of predators, antelope, zebra species, endangered black rhino as well as the unique Addo flightless dung beetle, found almost exclusively in Addo.  The park is also the only one in the world to conserve the “Big 7” – the Big 5 as well as the southern right whale and great white shark off the Algoa Bay coast.  An excursion to the Addo Elephant park is a must when visiting this unique area.

Full-Day All Inclusive Safari with Traditional Braai Lunch

2. Full-Day All Inclusive Safari with Traditional Braai Lunch

Your experienced and enthusiastic guide will do their best to locate as much of the game available in the area and interpret their behavior for you during your drive. The first few hours of the tour are usually good to see antelope, zebra and lion. As this safari covers all time periods of the day, you should have the opportunity to see most game species. Stopping for a tea and coffee break at around 10:30 AM, you will continue on the game drive for sightings of elephants and buffalo near the watering holes. At lunchtime you can enjoy a delicious South African braai with juice, mineral water, beer and white wine. After lunch continue on the safari before being returned to your place of accommodation. Refreshments will be served throughout the drive.

From Cape Town: 5-Day Best of Garden Route and Addo Safari

3. From Cape Town: 5-Day Best of Garden Route and Addo Safari

Day 1: Route 62 Start with a morning pickup (6am to 7am) from your accommodation in Cape Town and Stellenbosch. Travel about 450km ( about 6 hours driving) along Route 62, the longest wine route in the world, with a wine-tasting stop (non-alcoholic tasting available too) before reaching Oudtshoorn by afternoon. For a close encounter with Mother Nature, opt in to join elephant guides on an Elephant Observation in Nature (at extra cost) and observe 3 lovable rescued elephants in their natural Cango Valley bush veld habitat. Overnight at Uthando Backpackers (Dorm or Saver package) or 88 van Rheede Guesthouse (Comfort package) or Hlangana lodge or similar (Deluxe package). Ask us to upgrade to Buffelsdrift Glamping at extra fee if available* Day 2: Oudtshoorn Travel time today is about 250km / 3 hours. Visit a working ostrich farm and see the largest flightless birds in the world. Next, head to the mountains to go deep underground in the illuminated wonder world of the Cango Caves, exploring vast halls filled with ancient stalactites before traveling onward for about 400km to reach the Addo town region. Overnight at Avaco Cabins (Dorm or Saver -) or Gerald's Gift (Comfort-) or Addo Wildlife lodge or similar (Deluxe package). Day 3: Addo, Jeffreys Bay Travel route about 300km / 3 hours. Rise early for the best chance to spot wildlife as the bush awakes in Addo Elephant National Park, the 3rd largest national park in South Africa. Opt in for the park's own optional 4x4 safari drive in a large open-top truck and join your own group after breakfast for the included 2-hour van game drive with your guideo search for some of the big five animals; if lucky you'll spot elephants, buffalos, lion & more. Travel about 200km to J'bay to either spend free time at the beach or choosing between optional surfing or beach horseback riding (extra cost). Overnight at Island Vibe (Dorm or Saver -) or Sea Whisper (Comfort -) or On The Beach Lodge or similar (Deluxe package). Day 4: Tsitsikamma, Sedgefield Travel route about 300km / 3 hours. After breakfast, drive inland to experience an optional highest Bungy jump bridge in the world, optional Waterfall Zipline over waterfalls in Tsitsikamma forest (both at extra cost) or choose to have free time and arrive early to spend more time in Tsitsikamma National Park. After all had some time to explore the park, drive onward with a photo stop at Knysna's lagoon en route to Sedgefield. Overnight at Pili Pili Backpackers (Dorm or Saver-) Fairy Knowe (Comfort-) or Dolphin Dunes or similar (Deluxe package). Day 5: Wilderness Travel route about 400km / 6 hours. Take the road back along the coastline and views of calm rivers in the wilderness region. Journey back to Cape Town, with an optional optional 4x4 Botlierskop game drive at extra cost. Your adventure ends with evening drop-offs in Cape Town or Stellenbosch (between 8pm to 10pm).

Addo National Park: Guided Half-Day Safari

4. Addo National Park: Guided Half-Day Safari

Experience a half-day guided Addo Elephant National Park safari and have the best chance of seeing all the park has to offer. Not only do the guides have trained eyes for spotting and identifying wildlife but they have expert knowledge regarding vegetation and local history, culture, and stories too. During the tour, you'll be taken to the highlighted areas of the northern section of Addo National Park Main Camp. Your guide will help you capture your Addo memories from up close and at the right angles, and they are always on the lookout for the perfect shot. Tours are conducted in custom-designed Toyota Land Cruiser Safari Vehicles, which are spacious, comfortable touring vehicles featuring high ground clearance and large retractable windows.

Port Elizabeth: Addo Elephant Park Safari Full-Day Tour

5. Port Elizabeth: Addo Elephant Park Safari Full-Day Tour

Embark on a full-day adventure with a knowledgeable guide as you get picked up from your hotel in Port Elizabeth, Bluewater Bay, or Colchester. Discover the third largest National Park in South Africa, initially established in 1931 to protect the remaining 11 elephants in the area. The park is home to various animals, including the "Big Five" - lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffalos, zebras, antelopes, and magnificent birds. Your expert guide will assist you in finding African wildlife and provide fascinating facts about their behaviour, habitats, and conservation efforts while learning about the park's history and geography. Additionally, visitors can observe the unique Addo flightless dung beetle found almost exclusively in Addo. During your tour, take a break at the main camp and visit the curio shop and information centre. You'll also enjoy a stop at a picnic site and indulge in a South African picnic. Along the way, admire the breathtaking scenery, including stunning ocean views and Alexandria dunes. What sets Addo apart is its conservation of the "Big 7" - the Big 5, the southern right whale, and the great white shark off the Algoa Bay coast. Make sure you don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime excursion when visiting the area.

Cape Town: Garden Route and Addo Elephant Park 6-Day Safari

6. Cape Town: Garden Route and Addo Elephant Park 6-Day Safari

Explore Hermanus, Oudtshoorn, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma, Addo, and Mossel Bay on an adventurous 6-day trip from Cape Town with accommodation, transportation, and most meals included. Discover wildlife and indigenous forests, taste local wine, canoe, hike, and visit the beaches of Mossel Bay. Day 1: Cape Town - Hermanus - Cape Agulhas Start your trip by departing from Cape Town to Hermanus. Follow the scenic coastal road to Betty's Bay to see a colony of endangered African penguins. Spend the afternoon in the seaside resort town of Hermanus, famous for being the home to hundreds of southern right whales from July to November. Later, drive on to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa and the place where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet. Day 2: Cape Agulhas - Oudtshoorn Travel to Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo, known as the Ostrich Capital of the World, via Route 62, South Africa’s longest wine route. Enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at a local winery before checking into your accommodation, a working game farm in the Little Karoo. As the sun goes down, join a tour of the ostrich farm. Take in the views of the Outeniqua and Swartberg mountain ranges in the background before calling it a night. Day 3: Oudtshoorn - Sedgefield After breakfast, head to Outeniqua Mountain Pass and explore the Wilderness National Park by canoe. Paddle up the Touw River through the indigenous forest with an abundance of bird life. After about 40 minutes, leave the canoes for a 2 km hike along a boardwalk to a waterfall with rock pools. In the late afternoon, spend time exploring Sedgefield with its expansive views and beaches. Day 4: Sedgefield - Knysna - Tsitsikamma - Addo Head to the famous town of Knysna via the lavish Lake District of the Garden Route. Visit the Knysna Heads Viewpoint for sweeping views over the Knysna River and the Indian Ocean. Next, stop at Bloukrans Bridge to view the world’s highest bungee jump bridge. Midday will be spent in Tsitsikamma National Park, with its unique combination of indigenous forest and Indian Ocean coastline. The park has a wide choice of activities including hiking, crossing a suspension bridge, and swimming. In the afternoon, leave the Garden Route for the Big Five country, Addo. Day 5: Addo - Wilderness - Sedgefield Spend the morning exploring Addo Elephant National Park. Get up to 2-3 hours to roam the 28,000-hectare national reserve, home to approximately 600 elephants and other animals including buffalo, lions, rhinos, warthogs, and more. After a morning on safari, drive back to the Garden Route where you'll stay overnight in the Wilderness or Sedgefield area. Day 6: Wilderness - Sedgefield - Mossel Bay - Cape Town After breakfast, stop in Mossel Bay to spend some time on the beach. Hike the Cape St. Blaize trail along the seaside cliffs and visit the famous Diaz Museum complex, which commemorates the first known European exploration around the tip of Africa. The more adventurous can try a 10,000-foot tandem skydive or sandboarding on the longest dune in South Africa. Later, arrive back at Cape Town in the early evening for drop-off.

Addo Elephant National Park: Guided Half-Day Safari

7. Addo Elephant National Park: Guided Half-Day Safari

Discover the wildlife in the Addo Elephant National Park with this half-day tour in an Open Safari Vehice. Guests staying at Chrislin African Lodge get to see the highlights of the northern section of the Addo Park. Listen as your guide explains local history, and gets you up close to spot and identify wildlife in this natural environment.

Addo National Park: Addo Zip Line and Giant Swing

8. Addo National Park: Addo Zip Line and Giant Swing

Experience the highest, longest, and fastest double zip line in South Africa. Descend from an impressive departure tower perched 70 meters above Addo’s Sundays River. Speed down twin cables, each 500 meters long. To reach the departure tower, take a short raft ride across the Sundays River and a 10-minute hike through Addo’s indigenous bush. Reap the rewards with breathtaking views across Addo’s valley of citrus. Then, get into position, get ready, and just let go. Achieve an average speed of about 60 km/h down the hands-free zip line, and possibly even exceed 80 km/h. An automatic braking system at the end of the zip means you do nothing but enjoy the ride. Swing to new heights on the giant swing, the first of its kind in South Africa. After being hoisted up 18 meters high, be released and feel the adrenaline rush. Two riders at a time can enjoy the swing and put their nerves to the test.

2-Day Addo Elephant National Park Safari

9. 2-Day Addo Elephant National Park Safari

Spend 2 days exploring the greater Addo Elephant National Park of South Africa with a local guide. Spot the big 5, enjoy the awe inspiring views of the Sundays River and Alexandria Dune Field and experience an exhilarating giraffe tracking safari on foot. Learn how the park was created in 1931 when only 11 elephants remained in the area, and how the finely-tuned ecosystem is now home to one of the densest elephant populations on earth. Enjoy a full day game drive to look for some of the park's 700 resident elephants, along with lions, buffalo, and endangered black rhinos. Marvel at the landscape as you look for spotted hyenas and lions, along with different species of antelope and zebra. Keep a close look out for the flightless dung beetle found almost exclusively in the area. The park is the only national park in the world to conserve the Big 7 – the Big 5 plus the southern right whale and great white shark off the Algoa Bay coast. This 2-day safari includes 1-night accommodation, 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner, a river cruise on the Sundays River, a full day safari in the Addo Elephant National Park and a giraffe tracking safari on foot. The safari ends at approximately 18h30 on the second day.

Private Full Day Addo Elephant National Park Safari

10. Private Full Day Addo Elephant National Park Safari

Addo Elephant National Park is the third-largest reserve in South Africa and is arguably the most diverse with its variety of wildlife and flora. Home to the Big 7 – Lion, Leopard, Rhinoceros, Buffalo, Elephant, Great White Shark and Humpback Whale – this park is second to none. Embark on a journey of exploration in search of this park’s acclaimed elephants and other wildlife in this vast conservation area. This tour offers you the personal touch of our local guides’ knowledge and experience on a morning and afternoon safari with an incredible array of mammal and bird species and a picnic style lunch.

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Nice safari, we were a family of 8, including 2 kids, one of which is under 8 years old. So we went with a closed safari bus. Unfortunately it was 43 degrees on this day, so it was very hot. Unfortunately we only had 1 day here, otherwise it is advisable to choose a less hot day. There was no air conditioning in the safari bus. The guide was very nice and brought drinks and snacks. Saw about 100 elephants, very impressive. Also a turtle, monkey, buffaloes, pumbas, zebras. Fun facts that the guide managed to report. Good organization too. Recommended!

Wir waren die einzigen Gäste an diesem Tag und wurden von Marilyn, einer beeindruckenden, sehr kompetenten und engagierten Rangerin in wirklich jeden Winkel des Parks gebracht. Wir haben Dutzende Elefanten, eine Elefantenkuh mit Zwillingen cape buffalo, kudus, hartebeest, eland, zebra, Warzenschweine, mango, viele Vögel und Pflanzen gesehen. Mittags wurde im Busch gegrillt- lecker. Wir kamen nach 10 Stunden völlig beeindruckt zurück. SEHR EMPFEHLENSWERT.

King Elvis was our driver and it was an extraordinary day. Not only we got to see plenty of animals but Elvis was really professional and knowledgeable. Would recommend this experience to anyone and if you are lucky and get King Elvis as a driver then it is the cherry on the cake.

Tour excellently arranged, guests get a good insight of important highlights along the Garden Route within a few days. I am fully satisfied with the accommodations and meals.

We had a wonderful time. We saw lots of animals, even the lions. Our guide was great at spotting the wild animals.