Addo Elephant National Park
Addo Elephant National Park is a diverse wildlife conservation area and is one of the country’s 20 national parks. It currently ranks third in size after Kruger National Park and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier 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.
Woodall Safaris
Addo Elephant National Park
ccWoodall’s luxury open-topped land cruisers depart twice a day to Addo Elephant National Park. Our highly experienced and qualified guides have an intimate knowledge of the Addo area and place much emphasis on individual interests and comfort.
The following highly recommended Safaris and Drives are offered:
Morning Drive: Departs 08h00
Afternoon Drive: Departs 14h00
Rate: includes transfers, conservation fee, drinks, and snacks (At an extra cost).
Minimum age for children: 6 years, unless on a private safari
Private safaris for your family or group can be arranged. Price on request
Game viewing from your
own vehicle
Addo Elephant National Park
The main artery through the park is tarred and the various loops off it are very good gravel roads. 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. Pay your park entry and conservation fees at the main gate.
Addo Elephant Park Safaris
Addo Elephant National Park
The following safaris are operated by the Addo Elephant National Park (depart from Addo Park Reception).
Duration: 2 hours
Please check with reception for current times as times change according to season. Children 6+ years allowed on drives pay half price.
Sundowner Drive:
Time: Nov – March: 18h00 – 20h00 | April – Oct: (starting time changes according to season)
Enjoy a sundowner drink while the sun sets after another exciting day of game viewing in Africa.
Night Drive:
Time: Nov – March: 20h00 – 22h00 | April – Oct: 18h00 – 20h00
Other Addo Elephant Park Drives:
Sunrise: Nov – March: 06h00 – 08h00 | April – Oct: 07h00
Morning: 09h00 – 11h00
Midday: 12h00 – 14h00
Afternoon: 15h00 – 17h00
If you wish to book one of the above safaris, please contact the Addo Elephant Park directly.
Safaris Near Woodall Country House
Schotia Private Game Reserve
45 minute drive from Woodall.
“Tooth & Claw” Safari: includes traditional meal served under the stars in a thatched open air lapa. Children welcome.
Schotia is the oldest private game reserve in the Eastern and lies on Addo’s Eastern border. It is famous for lion sightings. 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 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 Elephant, Rhino, Hippo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Warthog, Jackal, Crocodile, Giraffe, and a large variety of Antelope. The drive is followed by a traditional meal served around a fire under the stars.
Amakhala Private Game Reserve
± 1 hour drive from Woodall.
Children 6 years+
Feel the heartbeat and rhythm of Africa on this Big 5 Reserve. Guided by experienced rangers on open Land Rovers, Amakhala offers diverse landscapes and wildlife including the Big 5, Black Wildebeest, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, and numerous other antelope. The safari commences from Leeuwenbosch Country House with a welcome drink, followed by a game drive through the reserve enjoying spectacular views, and ends with a 2-course lunch.
Pumba Private Game Reserve
± 1 hour drive from Woodall.
Includes meal and drinks. (only 8yrs + otherwise need private safari)
Time: 09h30 – 13h30
Pumba Day Safaris offer sightings of the Big 5 against a backdrop of thornveld, grassland, thicket, and forest vegetation. Famous for its rare white lions, this is also a bird lovers’ paradise with over 200 bird species. Expect to see cheetahs, rhinos, elephants, hippos, lions, buffaloes, leopards, and a host of other exciting animals. Safaris consist of a 2.5-hour game drive followed by lunch and refreshments.
Addo Wildlife Safari
Duration: 4 hour
Experienced guides take you on an open game viewing vehicle through beautiful Addo citrus orchards to a private game reserve situated on the banks of the Sundays River. The drive includes a short stopover for a snack and drink in the bush. A wonderful opportunity to experience lion, giraffe, blue wildebeest, plain zebras and antelope species such as kudu, eland, springbuck, impala, waterbuck, bushbuck and sable as well as the unique Eastern Cape fauna and flora. The safari ends with breakfast (Morning Safari) or buffet style meal (Sunset Safari) with open fires at the Private BushRiver Venue – weather and capacity dependent. Alternatively, the tour will be completed in the Tangelo restaurant at the Wildlife Centre. Drive departs from Addo Wildlife Centre (about 3km from Woodall).
Bellvue Forest Reserve
45 km drive from Woodall.
Tall Giraffe Tracking Safari
(children 12+ years)
This 2,500-hectare private game reserve offers guided walks through the local Addo valley bushveld. One of the highlights is experiencing giraffe at close range.
Other Activities
A range of activities are available in the Addo area. These include Quad Biking, Hiking, Sand-Boarding, Sunset Cruise on the Sundays River and Zip-Lining. We will gladly assist with recommendations and reservations