Addo Elephant National Park
Game Lodges & Resorts Accommodation
Addo Elephant National Park
Western Region
Eastern Cape
South Africa |
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Accommodation Venue - Ado Elephant
National Park ( Game Lodges & Resorts Accommodation
in Addo Elephant National Park / Eastern Cape / South Africa )
Deep within the shadows of the dense valley bushveld
of the Sundays River region of the Eastern Cape lies the Addo
Elephant National Park. Here, the evenings are punctuated by the
strident howl of the black-backed jackal, and the francolin's
call heralds each new dawn. Safe from relentless persecution in
the past, the grey leviathans of the bush now roam in peace. The
original Elephant section of the park was proclaimed in 1931,
when only eleven elephants remained in the area - today this finely
tuned ecosystem is sanctuary to over 350 elephants, 280 Cape buffalo,
black rhino, a variety of antelope species, as well as the unique
flightless dung beetle, found almost exclusively in Addo. But
the Addo story has only just begun. Plans to expand the 125 000
ha (309 000 acre) Addo National Elephant Park into a 492 000 ha
(1,2 million acre) "Greater Addo" park are moving forward
at an exciting pace. This expansion is transforming Addo into
the ultimate tourism destination. Some of its unique features
will include:
Unrivalled natural diversity, with five of South Africa's seven
major vegetation zones (biomes).
The Big 7 (Elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo, leopard, whales and
great white sharks) in their natural habitat. Only lions still
have to be reintroduced to the "Greater Addo" area and
could be as soon as 2003.
A 120 000 ha (296 500 acre) marine reserve that includes islands
that are home to the world's largest breeding populations of Cape
gannets and second largest breeding population of African penguins.
Rich heritage of archaeological and historical sites.
A wide variety of accommodation and activity options.
Accommodation
Main Rest Camp
The main rest camp is situated near Addo. 61 accommodation units
of various types are available here:
Please take note:
All accommodation is serviced and equipped with crockery, cutlery,
cooking utensils, bedding, towels and soap. Braai- area outside.
Narina Bushcamp: Please check in at the main reception area of
the Addo Elephant Park before going to the Narina Bushcamp.
Check in time for accommodation is 13:00 on the day of arrival.
Check out time on the day of departure is 10:00 for accommodation
and 12:00 for the campsites.
Please note that no meals are included in the accommodation rates.
Accommodation will be serviced daily between 09:00 and 12:00.
Sheets will be changed every 2-3 days, and towels will be changed
every day. Please do not hesitate to ask our staff for extra soap,
towels, blankets, etc.
Hapoor or Domkrag Guest Houses – 2 units
Overlooking floodlit water whole. The guest houses has two bedrooms
with bathroom en suite, air conditioning, living room and fully
equipped kitchen, with a fan in the lounge. This accommodation
can sleep up to 6 persons.
Chalet
Double sleeper couch with bathroom and kitchen – 22 units
This type of accommodation can sleep either two adults and two
children or three adults. The chalet is a bedsitter with two single
beds and a sleeper couch, all in the same area. No separate bedroom,
air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen and bathroom with bath
and shower. Two chalets are adapted to accommodate paraplegics.
Semi-detached Chalet - 6 units
This type of accommodation can only sleep two persons. Two single
beds (together) with shower, toilet, hand basin. Kitchenette with
bar-fridge, 2-plate stove, microwave oven, cutlery, crockery and
cooking utensils. Air conditioner. Bathroom and kitchenette
Cottages - 8 units
This type of accommodation can only sleep two persons. Two single
beds (together) with shower, toilet and hand basin. Kitchenette
with bar-fridge, 2-plate stove, microwave oven, cutlery, crockery
and cooking utensils. Fan only. With bathroom and kitchenette.
Rondawel - 6 units
Overlooking floodlit water whole. This type of accommodation can
only sleep two persons. The hut has two single beds (together),
a shower, toilet, hand basin and fridge. A communal kitchen with
a four plate electric stove, (no oven) cutlery, crockery and cooking
utensils are shared with the other huts. Air conditioning. With
shower and communal kitchen.
Forest Cabin - 10 units
This accommodations sleep a max. of 4 persons. The hut is an open
area with 4 single beds, a table and seating for four persons.
Shower, toilet and hand basin. Braai facilities, cutlery, crockery
and cooking utensils and fridge. With communal kitchen.
Family Chalet No. 16
This type of accommodation can sleep a max. of 6 persons. This
unit is made up of one bedroom with a double bed and a bedsitter
area, comprising of two single beds and a sleeper couch. The bathroom
leads off of the bedsitter area. Equipped kitchen and air conditioning.
Chalet No. 15
This chalet has two single beds (together) in an open plan area
with kitchen, shower, toilet and hand basin. Air conditioning.
With shower and mini kitchen
All accommodation is serviced and equipped with crockery, cutlery
, cooking utensils, bedding, towels and soap. Braai area outside.
Camping - 20 units
Camping for a caravan or tent (max 6 per site). Ablution facility
and camp kitchen with stove tops. No “black water”
(sewerage) disposal point for “Porta-potti”
Caravan and campsites are available, with communal ablution and
kitchen facilities. Caravan sites are equipped with 220V power
points and a wooden table and benches. A maximum of six persons,
one caravan with a side tent and one vehicle, or one tent and
one vehicle, or one auto villa or one motorised caravan will be
permitted per site.
Safari Tents - 5 units
The tents have two single beds, bedding, towels, fan, fridge,
braai and separate communal ablution facilities. (shower, toilet
and basin). They can also use the big ablution block in the camping
area. (bath). A communal kitchen with two plate stoves, cutlery,
crockery and cooking utensils for each tent. These tents are situated
inside the existing camping site area of the park next to the
perimeter.
Camp Matyholweni
A second rest camp, Camp Matyholweni, is located near the town
of Colchester on the N2 highway. The camp is accessible by car
and is located approximately 45 minutes drive from the main camp.
Matyholweni Rest Camp is situated in the new southern block of
park. This area does not contain large animals such as elephants
as yet. Access to the main game area of the park is via the N10
to Paterson and the R342.
A new access road is underway which will link Matyholweni to
the main game area of the park. This road should be completed
in the second half of 2005.
This camp has 12 accommodation units. Three of these units sleep
3 people. Two units are adapted for wheelchair users. The nearby
town of Colchester has the following facilities: fuel station,
supply shops, restaurant, ATM machines.
Facilities
The following facilities are available at the main rest camp:
A fuel station selling petrol and diesel
A shop selling curios, snacks and basic supplies
An al-la-carte restaurant is available in the main camp and is
open for all meals from 07:00 to 22:00.
A swimming pool is available for overnight visitors.
A picnic and braai area is available for day visitors.
The SASOL Red Bishop Bird Hide
The PPC Discovery Trail is accessible to all, including the visually
and mobility-impaired.
A la Carte restaurant and curio shop available.
Accommodation Pricing Guide
Accommodation rates on request
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Addo Elephant National Park Accommodation
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