ADDO SAFARIS AND GAME ACTIVITIES
We will gladly assist with reservations
Rates may be subject to change. Times are subject to change according to the seasons.
Transfers not included unless otherwise stated (these can be arranged)
CANCELLATION POLICIES APPLY WHERE RELEVANT
WOODALL COUNTRY HOUSE SAFARIS AND TOURS
Woodall's luxury open topped land cruiser departs daily on a number of excursions: Our highly experienced and qualified guides, with an intimate knowledge of the Addo area, include a bird and tree expert with a MSc Degree in plant sciences; a local historian whose knowledge and experience of the local area is unsurpassed; a wildlife and agricultural conservationist. These guides offer personalised tours with emphasis being placed on individual interests and comfort. The following highly recommended Safaris and Drives are offered:
Morning Drive: Summer (08h30 - 13h00) / Winter (09h00 - 13h30)
Afternoon Drive: Summer (14h30 -18h30) / Winter (14h00 - 18h00)
Rate: R700/person including transfers, conservation fee, all drinks, snacks and picnic basket (6+ years)
ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK
Addo is the best place to get up close and personal with the biggest land mammal - the Park is home to the densest population of elephant in the world. Other mammals include Lion, Hyaena, Cape buffalo, and Black Rhino, as well as Zebra, Jackal, Warthog, Suricate and numerous species of Antelope. Over 150 bird species have been recorded in Addo and there are around 600 different plant species. Addo is also home to the endangered dung beetle. Whether you experience the park from the comfort of your own vehicle or on a game drive with an experienced guide, the chances are you will have close encounters with the elephant. To make the most of the park, be sure to bring binoculars, camera, walking shoes and wildlife reference books
Game viewing from your own vehicle: Explore more than 75 kilometres of road through prime wildlife country. There are a number of lookout points at waterholes in the area. Opening hours change according to season. No reservation required.
Conservation fee: R150/adult and R75/child under 12yrs
Hop on guides on request – R140 for two hours
Sundowner Drive: Departs from Addo Elephant Park Reception.
Rate: R330/ person (excludes transfers).
Time: Nov – March: 18h00 – 20h00 April – Oct: (starting time changes according to season.)
Please check with reception for current times. Enjoy a sundowner drink while the sun sets after another exciting day of game viewing in Africa. Children 6+ years allowed on drives – pay half price. Possible sightings: Kudu, Red hartebeest, Eland and Duiker Antelopes, Zebra, Buffalo, Jackal, Hyaena, Lions, Birds, Elephant
Night Drive: Departs from Addo Elephant Park Reception.
Rate: R270 / person (excludes transfers). Children 6+ years allowed on drives – pay half price
Time: Nov – March: 20h00 - 22h00 April – Oct: 18h00 - 20h00
Please confirm with reception for current times. Lion, Buffalo and Black Rhino and a host of nocturnal animals may be encountered. Possible sightings: Scrub Hare, Spring Hare, Porcupine, Striped Polecat, Spotted Genet, Duiker, Kudu, Eland, Buffalo, Jackal, Hyaena, Lions, Aardvark, Aardwolf, Caracal
Other Addo Elephant Park Drives:
Rate: R235/person (Duration: 2 hours) Children 6+ years allowed on drives – pay half price
Possible sightings: Elephants, Warthogs, Ostrich, Red Hartebeest, Kudu, Zebra, etc.
SCHOTIA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE: (45 minute drive from Woodall)
"Tooth & Claw" Safari:
Rate: R660 / person including dinner
Time: 15h00 - 19h00 followed by dinner
Schotia is the oldest private game viewing reserve in the Eastern Cape, and offers one of the best chances to see lions in the wild. The Tooth & Claw is a guided drive in open topped vehicles. It begins in the late afternoon, and returns after nightfall (late afternoon and evening game viewing is often the most rewarding time of day for game viewing as this is when animals are at their most active). This is especially the case with Lion which are generally nocturnal hunters. Schotia is also home to Zebra, Wildebeest, Warthog, Jackal, Crocodile, Giraffe and a large variety of Antelope. The drive is followed by a traditional meal served under the stars in a thatched open air lapa
AMAKHALA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE: (± 1 hour drive from Woodall)
Rate: R980 / person Children 6 years+
Time: Summer: 12h00 – 18h00 Winter: 11h00 -17h00
Feel the heartbeat and rhythm of Africa as you become part of a Big 5 Safari Adventure on Amakhala Game Reserve. Guided by experienced rangers on open Land Rovers Amakhala offers a product aimed at providing visitors with an experience of the diverse wildlife and landscape including: The Big 5, Black Wildebeest, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra and numerous other Antelope. The excursion commences from Reed Valley with a welcome drink and a Game drive through the reserve enjoying spectacular views before descending into the Bushman’s River Valley. This is followed by lunch - authentic African cuisine with a mouth watering buffet served in the true African way before departing on a tranquil 45 minute river cruise. After the river cruise enjoy a further game drive through other parts of the reserve making your way back to Reed Valley
PUMBA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE: (± one hour drive from Woodall)
Rate: R960/adult + R330/child (8yrs +) including meal and drinks.
Time: 15h30 - 20h00
Pumba Day Safaris offer sightings of the Big 5, against a backdrop of thornveld, grassland, thicket and forest vegetation. Apart from White Lion, Giraffe, Leopard, 22 species of Antelope, this is also a bird lovers' paradise with 200 plus bird species. Safaris consist of a 2 hour game drive, meal, drinks then a further one and a half hours game viewing
ADDO ELEPHANT BACK SAFARIS: (± one hour drive from Woodall)
A unique opportunity to walk/ride with Elephants, and to be at one in nature while in the company of these awe-inspiring gentle giants. Addo Elephant Back Safaris is situated in the pristine valleys of the Zuurberg Mountains within the recently proclaimed Greater Addo Elephant Park. This area is regarded as Africa’s most biologically diverse, supporting 4 of the 7 biomes or eco regions in Southern Africa. During the rides, informative guides will provide information on this unique area. After the walk relax at the boma overlooking the elephants’ favourite water hole
Walk / Ride with the Elephants:
Rate: R875/person Children 3 - 12 years pay 50% of rate. Children under 3 - no charge
Times: 08h00, 11h00 and 15h30. Duration is two hours.
Walk / Ride with the elephants includes walk, ride, drinks and snacks. Elephants can be observed in their natural surroundings. Transfers are available: R350/person return
Elephant Back Safari Fly in:
Rate: R2150/person (minimum 2 pax)
Includes return flight, lunch in unique bush restaurant, elephant safari. Duration: 3 hours (excluding flying time)
KWANTU ELEPHANT SANCTUARY
The Kwantu Elephant Sanctuary is surrounded by natural indigenous bush where you can experience impala, bushbuck, blackbuck, blue wildebeest, springbuck, kudu, baboons, porcupine, caracal, leopard and a host of other small mammals and over 200 bird species. The sanctuary is home to four magnificent African Elephants. Here you can touch, hear, smell and experience one of Africa's most majestic creatures an feel their tranquil energy as you touch their skin. Hear the triumphant calls. Get a taste for the wild. All of this as you inhale the fresh scent of Mother Nature. Experience an educational show which will include and educational talk and allows visitors to touch and feed the elephants and may incorporate a short ride. This experience allows you to learn more about these gentle giants – the true "King of the Beasts"
Rate:
| Touch and Feed |
R85.00/adult |
Children R40.00 per child |
| Elephant Ride |
R350-00/adult |
Children R175.00 per person |
| Children 0-5 years are free of charge |
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Special Combo Package
| Rate: R850/person |
R425/child |
Children 0-5 years are free of charge |
This package includes a 2-3 hour game drive in the Kwantu Reserve, a visit to the predators and educational and rehabilitation centre, 3-5 course lunch or dinner, beverages with meals, tea/coffee and use of selected facilities
| MORNING PACKAGE: |
09h00 - 16h00 |
| AFTERNOON PROGRAM: |
12h00 - 20h00 |
| Transfers Available: |
R450/person (minimum 2 persons) |
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HIKING IN THE ADDO AREA
Addo Park Discovery Trail: This unique 2 km trail through typical Addo thicket has been specially designed for disabled visitors and is suitable for wheelchairs
Zuurberg Nature Trails: (1 hour and 4 hours). These trails wind through fynbos and deep kloofs within unspoiled indigenous forests, home to a wide range of game and birds, as well as various vegetation types including impressive cycad and yellowwood populations. Zuurberg is open from 07h00 - 16h30
Conservation fee: R150/person
ADDO HORSE TRAILS
Addo Park:
Breathtaking horse trails through Addo allow you to become one with the African bush. In the Nyathi section for the park – encounters with large game are possible. There are no lions or hyenas in this section. Age 10yrs + only
Experienced Riders: Rate: R220/person
Time: 14h00 - 17h00: Three hour guided horse trail within the elephant park with rare opportunities of viewing game close up
Novice Riders: Rate: R220/person
Time: 08h30 - 10h30: Two hour guided horse trail next to the game fence
Zuurberg Mountain Horse Trails:
Conducted in the Zuurberg Mountain section of the park – no encounters with large game, but beautiful scenic views of the mountains
The following rides are available:
One Hour Ride: R150/person Times: 09h00, 11h00, 14h00
Three Hour Ride: R210/person Times: 09h00, 11h00
Five Hour Ride: R230/person Time: 09h00
MOUNTAIN TOUR
Rate: R1100/person (including park fees, drinks, snack, braai and transfers to and from the lodge)
Time: 09h00 – 16h00
Escape from civilization for a day and experience the peace and tranquility of life off the beaten track. Guests are collected from Woodall and driven by 4X4 vehicle into a remote, pristine, and lush forest section of Addo Elephant National Park, deep in the heart of the Zuurberg Mountains. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along a mountain stream that bypasses caves, waterfalls, rock pools and a natural fountain. For a more relaxed experience, you can also choose to kick back and take in the breathtaking scenery, relax in the picturesque surroundings, and float on a tube in a lovely mountain pool. More energetic guests are able to hike through indigenous forests and open grasslands that are rich in fauna and flora. This is a truly personalized experience with unspoilt nature. Lunch is served at a Mountain Pool where you can relax on a floating tube and enjoy this birdwatchers paradise.
Other options on the Mountain Safari include hiking, mountain biking, and freshwater fishing which can be included into your itinerary
CANOE RIVER SAFARI
Guests are collected from Woodall and are taken for a very scenic paddle down the Sunday's River. Explore a different side of Addo on the river - view game and birds along the riverbanks (great birding here too - especially for riverine species including seven King Fisher species as well as Goliath Herons and African Fish Eagles) - while you drift down some of the most scenic parts of the Sunday's River in a custom designed, comfortable and safe canoe (no paddling experience needed).
Rate: R450/person including transfer, snacks and drinks.
MORNING PADDLE: 09h00 - 12h00
SUNDOWNER PADDLE: 15h30 - 06h30
ADDO BEACH SAFARI
Rate: R1200/person including transfers, drinks and snacks, custom canoes and life jackets
Time: 08h30
Guests will be shuttled to the coast, or have the option of driving their own car. The Sunday's River Mouth has much to offer and guests will have fishing rods, canoes, and mountain bikes at their disposal. Experience the true outdoors, relax and take in some of the most scenic views of the surrounding sand dunes or enjoy a stroll on the endless white sand beach on edge of the warm Indian Ocean, while watching the whales and dolphins at play. Enjoy a lovely lunch on the beach. This is an ideal outing for families
ADDO FISHING SAFARI
Rate: R1200/person including transfers, entrance fees, drinks and snacks, custom canoes, angling equipment and lunch braai (BBQ)
Time: 08h30
Try your hand at fresh and still water fishing for Bass deep in the Zuurberg Mountains. Learn the art of spinning or fly-fishing from a river bank, canoe and float tube. No experience necessary as your capable guides will make fishing easy and pleasurable. Also a bird watchers paradise
ADDO MOUNTAIN BIKE SAFARI
Rate: R1200/person including transfers, entrance fees, drinks and snacks, custom canoes, angling equipment and lunch braai (BBQ)
Time: 09h00 - 14h00
Full day mountain biking excursion which include:
Guided mountain biking through the beautiful Zuurberg Mountains. Lunch time set up in the mountains. Not too strenuous as most of the track is downhill, but for the more energised guests, more strenuous track are available such as those which meander through beautiful rock pools deep in the mountains
SPECIALISED TOURS
Tailor-made birding and dendrological tours in the Addo region can be arranged with highly experienced specialists within these fields.
PENGUIN CRUISES (Departs Port Elizabeth Harbour)
Penguin Island Cruise
Rate: R800/person (includes light refreshments)
Time: 08h30 Duration 3 hours
Discover the marine life of Algoa Bay off Port Elizabeth, one of South Africa’s most diverse bays….. Bryde’s whales, bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be seen almost all year round; Southern right whales visit every year to give birth to their calves and mate; and humpback whales pass through during their annual migration. Hundreds of common dolphins often come into the bay to feed. Add to this the Cape fur seal, several species of shark and seabird, as well as a visit to St Croix Island Marine Reserve to see the largest breeding colony of the endangered African Penguins
Sundowner Cruise
Rate: R400/person
Time: Anytime after 14h00. The most popular time is from 17h00 until 18h30. Duration: 1.5 hours.
The tour starts with a harbour cruise and a full safety briefing and then takes a leisurely cruise along Port Elizabeth's beautiful beachfront. The cruise passes the Cape Recife Lighthouse where refreshments are served. Cape Fur Seals and numerous sea birds may be seen and sometimes whales or schools of dolphins are encountered
Fishing Charters
Rate: R1600/person for half day including all bait and tackle (minimum of two people)
These are either a half or full day charters. We leave as early as possible in the morning and are back by lunchtime for the half day charter. Full day charters are a bit more complicated and run out to the Agulhas Current in search of Yellow fin Tuna. The charters are led by a highly qualified skipper who has fished for South Africa on numerous occasions. The cost of a full day game fishing charter is available on request
TRANSFERS:
The following transfers are available:
Port Elizabeth Airport, Amakhala, Pumba, Kwantu, Schotia, Addo Elephant Park, Grahamstown, East London
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