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 420 elephants, 450 Cape buffalo, black rhino, a variety of antelope species, as well as the unique flightless dung beetle, found almost exclusively in Addo.

For the first time in over 100 years, lion and spotted hyena were reintroduced to the park last year. But the Addo story has only just begun. Plans to expand the 148 000 hectare Addo National Elephant Park into a 360 000 hectare "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 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
  - the future proclamation of a 120 000 hectare (296 500 acre) marine
    protected area that includes islands that are home to the world's largest
    breeding colonies of Cape gannets and African penguins.
  - rich heritage of archaeological and historical sites.
  - accommodation and activity options for all tastes.

The Addo Elephant National Park is one of 20 national parks run by South Africa National Parks (SANParks).

The main rest camp is situated near Addo. 80 accommodation units of various types are available here. Tariffs and descriptions for all these units are shown in the table below.

All of the cottages and chalets are close to the main waterhole which is illuminated at night, affording a memorable window into the real nightlife of Africa!

There is a privately-run, licensed a la carte restaurant and shop in the restcamp while for those who wish to self-cater, all units are fully equipped or have communal facilities. The restaurant also runs a lapa to cater for large groups and special functions.

 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 6 persons, one caravan or a side tent and one vehicle, or one auto villa or one motorised caravan will be permitted per site.
 

TARIFFS AND FACILITIES: COTTAGES AND CHALETS        all subject to change   

Unit type
 No. of units
 Max. beds
 Facilities
 Rates
 
Luxury guest houses - Hapoor or Domkrag
  2
  6
 - two bedrooms
- bathrooms en suite
- air conditioning
- living room with fan
- fully equipped kitchen
 For the first four persons: R1550.00 per night.  Additional person: R185.00  per night
 
Family chalet
(no. 16)
  1
  6
 - bedroom with a double 
  bed
- bedsitter area with two
  single beds and a sleeper
  couch
- full bathroom
- air conditioning
- fully equipped kitchen
 For the first four persons: R570.00 per night.  Additional child: R52.00 per night
 
Chalet
(bath or shower) 
  22
  3/4
 - two single beds and a
  sleeper couch
- full bathroom
- air conditioning
- fully equipped kitchen
Two chalets are adapted to accommodate paraplegics.
 For the first two persons: R540.00 per night.  Additional adult: R104.00.  Additional child (under 12 years): R52.00 per night
 
Chalet
(semi-detached, shower only)
  6
  1/2
 - two single beds (together)
- shower, toilet, hand basin
- air conditioning
- kitchenette with       
  bar-fridge, 2-plate stove,
  microwave oven, cutlery,
  crockery and cooking
  utensils
 For one or two persons: R540.00 per night. 
 
Chalet no. 15
(shower only)
  1
  1/2
 - two single beds (together)
  in an open plan area with
  kitchen
- shower, toilet, hand basin
- air conditioning
 For one or two persons: R390.00 per night
Additional child (under 12 years): R52.00 per night
 
Cottage
  7
  1/2
 - two single beds (together)
- shower, toilet, hand basin
- ceiling fan
- kitchenette with
  bar-fridge, 2-plate stove,
  microwave oven, cutlery,
  crockery and cooking
  utensils
 For one or two persons: R540.00 per night. 
 
Rondavel (view, communal kitchen)
  6
  1/2
 - two single beds (together)
- shower, toilet, hand basin
- air conditioning
- fridge
- communal kitchen
 For one or two persons: R590.00 per night
 
Forest cabin
  10
  4
 - open area with four single
  beds and a table with
  seating for four people
- shower, toilet, hand basin
- fridge
- braai, cutlery, crockery
  and cooking utensils
 For the first two persons: R350.00 per night.  Additional adult: R104.00 Additional child (under 12 years): R52.00 per night
 

TARIFFS AND FACILITIES: CARAVAN AND CAMPING              

Type
 No. of units
 Max. persons
per site
 Facilities
 Rates
 
Campsite with power point for caravan or tent
  20
  6
 - camp kitchen with
  stove tops
- ablution facility
Note: No "black water" (sewerage) disposal point for "Porta-potti"
 For the first two persons: R105.00 per night
Additional adult: R36.00 per night
Additional child(under 12 years): R18.00 per night
 
Safari tents
 5
 2
 - two single beds
- fan
- fridge
- braai
- communal kitchen with
  2-plate stoves, cutlery,
  crockery and cooking
  utensils
- ablution facilities 
 One or two persons:
R260.00 per night
 

Tariffs are subject to alteration without advance notice.

All accommodation is serviced and equipped with crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils, bedding, towels and soap.  Braai area outside.
Please note that accommodation does not include meals.
There is an al a carte restaurant in the main rest camp; also a curio shop.
Overnight guests have use of a swimming pool.
No pets are allowed in the park.

Arrival/check-in for accommodation is 13h00. Departure is 10h00 for the accommodation and 12h00 for the camp site.
Main gate and reception:  Open - 7h00   Close - 19h00