8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park
This 8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park itinerary blends safari adventure with cosmopolitan fun for a well rounded trip.
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Port Elizabeth is a true hidden gem in South Africa, and we’re not just saying that because it’s the home of East Cape Tours! Join us on this fantastic 8-day Port Elizabeth and Addo tour for a memorable adventure! You will stay in excellent accommodation including St Philips Bed and Breakfast as well as Camp Figtree in the stunning and renowned Addo Elephant National Park!
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With the 8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park package you are able to experience the best of what Eastern Cape has to offer, all neatly compacted, ensuring you get the most of your holiday.
8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Rates
| 8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park | From Per Person Sharing Low Season |
| From Per Person Sharing High Season |
Inclusions:
- All accommodation.
- 7 day’s car hire.
- 5 course meal at Woodall Country House.
- Nelson Mandela Bay Pass.
Exclusions:
- Flights.
- Meals other than specified.
- Anything of a personal nature.
8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Overview
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Accommodations |
Destinations | Durations |
|
St Phillips Bed and Breakfast |
Port Elizabeth |
4 Nights |
| Camp Figtree Addo | Addo Elephant National Park |
2 Nights |
| Greater Addo Route |
1 Night |
8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Destinations
Port Elizabeth
The coastal city of Port Elizabeth is a laid-back and relaxing destination, incorporating aspects of big city life with the atmosphere of a small seaside town. Known as “The Friendly City” ,Port Elizabeth has glorious blue flag beaches, including the renowned King’s Beach, Pollock Beach and Seaview. Port Elizabeth is a very convenient city, with everything being 15 minutes away from each other, and encompasses brilliant world-class facilities as well as lush greenery and scenic views.
PE has moderate weather, and is mostly warm and sunny with that a light breeze picking up in the afternoon.The beachfront is an excellent place to spend your time, either soaking up some sunshine during the day, enjoying a sundowner in the afternoon or visiting the many fantastic bars and restaurants in the evening. Port Elizabeth is also home to the biggest mall in the Eastern Cape, Baywest, which has an array of high-end stores and restaurants.
With the beautiful beach, warm African sun and a little bit of a social buzz, PE can be seen as a mini, more laid-back Cape Town that is a perfect and quiet holiday destination.
Addo Elephant National Park
As South Africa’s third largest national park, the Addo National Elephant Park offers a truly unforgettable safari experience. This finely-tuned ecosystem provides a sanctuary to large numbers of elephant, lion, buffalo, black rhino, spotted hyena, leopard, antelope, and zebra as well as over 400 bird species. Opening in 1931 with just 11 elephants, Addo has grown immensely and now has over 600 elephants, and, with easy access to Port Elizabeth just 72km away, it is a popular destination.
The park has picnic facilities that make for a fantastic family outing; there are also guided bush walks available, as well as horse-back and elephant rides and hiking. Safari drives through the park are extremely popular, but visitors are able to drive themselves around the park in the comfort of their own vehicle.
Addo offers a selection of lavish 5-star lodge accommodations that blends the best of an African safari adventure with world-class luxury.
Greater Addo Route
The Greater Addo Route stretches across the Sundays River to the Zuurberg Mountains in the Karoo and includes many activities along the way, with the Addo Elephant Park right at the heart of it. The route consists of the villages of Addo, Colchester, Canonville, Kirkwood and Paterson which each offer various adventure activities such as game drives, horse-back rides, hiking, canoeing and much more.
The Addo Elephant National Park is definitely the gem of the route and makes an incredible safari adventure. Consisting of over 600 elephants as well as the rest of the Big 5 (lion, buffalo, rhino, leopard) as well as the extended Big 7 (southern right whale and great white shark), it is well worth the visit. The valley of citrus tree in the Sundays River Valley which starts to bloom in October is also an excellent sight to see. Kirkwood is also known for its expansive 4×4 trail perfect for those craving some adventure.
The greater Addo Route makes a perfect road trip route that can be taken with family, friends, or anyone who wants to explore part of the Garden Route.
8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Accommodations
St Phillips Bed and Breakfast
Situated in one of Port Elizabeth’s oldest suburbs, Richmond Hill, this Victorian style guesthouse is steeped in history, beauty, style and comfort. The grand Victorian mansion, built in 1904, is adjacent to St Phillip’s Anglican Church, which has been standing since 1883 and is exceptionally beautiful. The guesthouse has 6 double guest rooms in the main manor, and 3 double guest rooms in an annex and all rooms are en-suite, spacious and come fully equipped. Most rooms have private verandas that overlook the gorgeous city, as well as the glimmering Indian Ocean. A full English breakfast or a health basket is included in the cost of the room, and dinner can be arranged.
Offering comfort and style in ‘The Friendly City’, St Phillip’s has a certain grace about it, and makes the perfect luxury, yet affordable accommodation.
St Phillip’s Bed & Breakfast is a non-smoking establishment.
Camp Figtree Addo
Camp Figtree welcomes one to an era of Colonial sophistication, to the beauty of the African Continent and the warm friendship of the Eastern Cape Province. Nestled in the heart of the Sunday’s River Valley, Camp Figtree is a remote, private eco-lodge set on top of the stunning Zuurberg Mountain range. Resting between Ntsomi Conservancy to the south and the Addo Elephant National Park to the north, the camp boasts untouched floral surroundings.
The camp has been designed around an original 1920’s traditional colonial style, which historically included the distinctive use of corrugated iron roofing, and wide, sweeping verandas that create a backdrop of nostalgic elegance reminiscent of the early pioneers. No detail is forgotten as enthusiastic staff attends to the individual needs of all guests. Guests will find comfort in knowing the entire region is malaria-free. Some evenings are spent in traditional African-style around a unique boma, where sounds of the crackling fire and night noises drift up from the valleys below, while being indulged by fine dining where three-course meals have been prepared by a resident chef.
Woodall Country House & Spa
Tucked away in the Sundays River Valley, Woodall Country House and Spa boasts accommodation enveloped in beautiful rose gardens and indigenous gardens, situated on a citrus farm, making it the ideal holiday destination for food, wine and nature lovers. The luxury rooms and suites are comfortable and secluded, with spacious accommodation, private verandas, en-suite bathrooms, mini bars, private outdoor showers and exquisite furnishings, with twin and king bedrooms available. The Health Spa and Gym offers a memorable spa experience in a relaxing environment, where guests can expect to be pampered from head to toe. Guests can relax before massages in the sauna and steam room, and the indoor wet area boasts marvelous Vichy and Chromotherapy showers. The country house offers a gourmet dining experience, with delicious dishes made with the finest local products and ingredients, and the menu boasts an extensive selection of South African wines. Enjoy moonlit dinners, cocktails and snacks in the restaurant’s open deck area, which overlooks the stunning lake. Woodall’s luxury safaris and tours offer guests a personalized experience of the bush, guided by professional and qualified guides.
8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Information
South Africa
This vast country is undoubtedly one of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on earth. Fondly known by locals as the ‘Rainbow Nation’, South Africa has 11 official languages and its multicultural inhabitants are influenced by a fascinating mix of African, Asian and European cultures. Spend your days: discovering the gourmet restaurants, impressive art and nightlife scenes and fine beaches of Cape Town; enjoying a typical local braai (barbecue) in the Soweto township; browsing the bustling Indian markets in Durban; or sampling some of the world’s finest wines at the myriad wine estates dotted around the picturesque Cape Winelands. Due to its rich and turbulent history there are plenty of historical attractions to explore including the Zululand battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal, the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg and Robben Island, just off the coast of Cape Town. Above all else, South Africa’s attraction lies in its remarkably untamed wilderness with its astonishing range of wildlife roaming freely across massive unfenced game reserves such as the world famous Kruger National Park. With all of this variety on offer, it is little wonder that South Africa has fast become Africa’s most popular tourist destination.
Banking and Currency
Currency
The currency is the Rand, which is divided into 100 cents. There are R200, R100, R50, R20 and R10 notes. Coins come in R5, R2, R1, 50c, 20c, 10c and 5c.
Banking
Banks are found in most towns, and are generally open from 09h00 to 15h30 on weekdays and 08h30 to 11h00 on Saturdays (Closed Sundays and Public Holidays). Most of them offer foreign exchange services – with cash, bank & credit cards as well as travellers cheques. You can also obtain cash from automatic teller machines (ATMs). Several international banks have branches in the main city centres. Always advise your bank that you are travelling outside of the country as they might block your purchases if they are not informed.
Travel, Transport and Getting Around
Travelling around South Africa is relatively easy by air, road and rail.
Principal air routes are serviced by SAA and British Airways, operated by Comair. There are 2 low-cost carriers on main routes, namely Kulula.com and Mango.
Facilitating travel around South Africa are 10 airports managed by the Airports Company South Africa (Acsa). In addition, there are some 90 regional airports, including the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in Nelspruit and the Skukuza Airport, offering access to the Kruger National Park.
An extensive tarred road system makes travelling in South Africa by vehicle convenient and easy. You will find gravel roads in rural areas though. Note:
A valid international driver’s licence is required.
We drive on the left hand side of the road.
Wearing seat belts is compulsory and cellphones can only be used ‘hands free’.
Speed limits are generally set at 120km on freeways, 100km on secondary roads and 60km in urban areas.
Toll fees apply on certain national roads.
Petrol stations are widespread.
Most global car hire firms have branches in South Africa
Another means of getting around South Africa are luxury inter-city bus services such as Greyhound and Trans-Lux. Metrobus buses are available for in-city transport. Metered taxis must be ordered by telephone. There is a hop-on-hop-off bus in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Our rail system includes the long-haul, inexpensive Shosholoza Meyl Metrorail trains. More luxurious options are the Blue Train, Premier Classe and the steam train Rovos Rail. There is also the new Gautrain rapid transit railway system in Gauteng Province which links Johannesburg, Pretoria, Ekhuruleni and OR Tambo International Airport.
Food, Drink and Cuisine Advice
Standards of hygiene in relation to food health and safety in South Africa, are generally high in hotels, restaurants, pubs and nightspots. Tap water in South Africa is safe to drink and cook with when taken from taps in urban areas. Not all tap water in rural areas is safe for consumption, so take precautions if necessary.
It is safe to eat fresh fruit, vegetables and salads, and put ice in your drinks. South Africa’s fish, meat and chicken are of excellent quality, so there is no need to limit yourself when enjoying the local cuisine.
Restaurants are subject to South Africa’s food safety control legislation, which is implemented by local government. Regulations include certification and regular inspections by health inspectors to ensure hygienic standards are maintained.
Street food is not as common in South Africa as it is in other countries, although vendors selling traditional snacks and meals can be found in city centres and townships. Food safety in such instances cannot always be guaranteed.
8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Day-To-Day
DAYS 1 – 4: PORT ELIZABETH
DAYS 5 – 6: ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK
DAYS 7: GREATER ADDO ROUTE
DAY 8: DEPARTURE
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8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Rates
8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park From Per Person Sharing Low Season From Per Person Sharing High Season Inclusions:
- All accommodation.
- 7 day’s car hire.
- 5 course meal at Woodall Country House.
- Nelson Mandela Bay Pass.
Exclusions:
- Flights.
- Meals other than specified.
- Anything of a personal nature.
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8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Overview
Accommodations
Destinations Durations St Phillips Bed and Breakfast
Port Elizabeth 4 Nights
Camp Figtree Addo Addo Elephant National Park 2 Nights
Greater Addo Route 1 Night
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8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Destinations
Port Elizabeth
The coastal city of Port Elizabeth is a laid-back and relaxing destination, incorporating aspects of big city life with the atmosphere of a small seaside town. Known as “The Friendly City” ,Port Elizabeth has glorious blue flag beaches, including the renowned King’s Beach, Pollock Beach and Seaview. Port Elizabeth is a very convenient city, with everything being 15 minutes away from each other, and encompasses brilliant world-class facilities as well as lush greenery and scenic views.
PE has moderate weather, and is mostly warm and sunny with that a light breeze picking up in the afternoon.The beachfront is an excellent place to spend your time, either soaking up some sunshine during the day, enjoying a sundowner in the afternoon or visiting the many fantastic bars and restaurants in the evening. Port Elizabeth is also home to the biggest mall in the Eastern Cape, Baywest, which has an array of high-end stores and restaurants.
With the beautiful beach, warm African sun and a little bit of a social buzz, PE can be seen as a mini, more laid-back Cape Town that is a perfect and quiet holiday destination.
Addo Elephant National Park
As South Africa’s third largest national park, the Addo National Elephant Park offers a truly unforgettable safari experience. This finely-tuned ecosystem provides a sanctuary to large numbers of elephant, lion, buffalo, black rhino, spotted hyena, leopard, antelope, and zebra as well as over 400 bird species. Opening in 1931 with just 11 elephants, Addo has grown immensely and now has over 600 elephants, and, with easy access to Port Elizabeth just 72km away, it is a popular destination.
The park has picnic facilities that make for a fantastic family outing; there are also guided bush walks available, as well as horse-back and elephant rides and hiking. Safari drives through the park are extremely popular, but visitors are able to drive themselves around the park in the comfort of their own vehicle.
Addo offers a selection of lavish 5-star lodge accommodations that blends the best of an African safari adventure with world-class luxury.
Greater Addo Route
The Greater Addo Route stretches across the Sundays River to the Zuurberg Mountains in the Karoo and includes many activities along the way, with the Addo Elephant Park right at the heart of it. The route consists of the villages of Addo, Colchester, Canonville, Kirkwood and Paterson which each offer various adventure activities such as game drives, horse-back rides, hiking, canoeing and much more.
The Addo Elephant National Park is definitely the gem of the route and makes an incredible safari adventure. Consisting of over 600 elephants as well as the rest of the Big 5 (lion, buffalo, rhino, leopard) as well as the extended Big 7 (southern right whale and great white shark), it is well worth the visit. The valley of citrus tree in the Sundays River Valley which starts to bloom in October is also an excellent sight to see. Kirkwood is also known for its expansive 4×4 trail perfect for those craving some adventure.
The greater Addo Route makes a perfect road trip route that can be taken with family, friends, or anyone who wants to explore part of the Garden Route.
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8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Accommodations
St Phillips Bed and Breakfast
Situated in one of Port Elizabeth’s oldest suburbs, Richmond Hill, this Victorian style guesthouse is steeped in history, beauty, style and comfort. The grand Victorian mansion, built in 1904, is adjacent to St Phillip’s Anglican Church, which has been standing since 1883 and is exceptionally beautiful. The guesthouse has 6 double guest rooms in the main manor, and 3 double guest rooms in an annex and all rooms are en-suite, spacious and come fully equipped. Most rooms have private verandas that overlook the gorgeous city, as well as the glimmering Indian Ocean. A full English breakfast or a health basket is included in the cost of the room, and dinner can be arranged.
Offering comfort and style in ‘The Friendly City’, St Phillip’s has a certain grace about it, and makes the perfect luxury, yet affordable accommodation.
St Phillip’s Bed & Breakfast is a non-smoking establishment.
Camp Figtree Addo
Camp Figtree welcomes one to an era of Colonial sophistication, to the beauty of the African Continent and the warm friendship of the Eastern Cape Province. Nestled in the heart of the Sunday’s River Valley, Camp Figtree is a remote, private eco-lodge set on top of the stunning Zuurberg Mountain range. Resting between Ntsomi Conservancy to the south and the Addo Elephant National Park to the north, the camp boasts untouched floral surroundings.
The camp has been designed around an original 1920’s traditional colonial style, which historically included the distinctive use of corrugated iron roofing, and wide, sweeping verandas that create a backdrop of nostalgic elegance reminiscent of the early pioneers. No detail is forgotten as enthusiastic staff attends to the individual needs of all guests. Guests will find comfort in knowing the entire region is malaria-free. Some evenings are spent in traditional African-style around a unique boma, where sounds of the crackling fire and night noises drift up from the valleys below, while being indulged by fine dining where three-course meals have been prepared by a resident chef.
Woodall Country House & Spa
Tucked away in the Sundays River Valley, Woodall Country House and Spa boasts accommodation enveloped in beautiful rose gardens and indigenous gardens, situated on a citrus farm, making it the ideal holiday destination for food, wine and nature lovers. The luxury rooms and suites are comfortable and secluded, with spacious accommodation, private verandas, en-suite bathrooms, mini bars, private outdoor showers and exquisite furnishings, with twin and king bedrooms available. The Health Spa and Gym offers a memorable spa experience in a relaxing environment, where guests can expect to be pampered from head to toe. Guests can relax before massages in the sauna and steam room, and the indoor wet area boasts marvelous Vichy and Chromotherapy showers. The country house offers a gourmet dining experience, with delicious dishes made with the finest local products and ingredients, and the menu boasts an extensive selection of South African wines. Enjoy moonlit dinners, cocktails and snacks in the restaurant’s open deck area, which overlooks the stunning lake. Woodall’s luxury safaris and tours offer guests a personalized experience of the bush, guided by professional and qualified guides.
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8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Information
South Africa
This vast country is undoubtedly one of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on earth. Fondly known by locals as the ‘Rainbow Nation’, South Africa has 11 official languages and its multicultural inhabitants are influenced by a fascinating mix of African, Asian and European cultures. Spend your days: discovering the gourmet restaurants, impressive art and nightlife scenes and fine beaches of Cape Town; enjoying a typical local braai (barbecue) in the Soweto township; browsing the bustling Indian markets in Durban; or sampling some of the world’s finest wines at the myriad wine estates dotted around the picturesque Cape Winelands. Due to its rich and turbulent history there are plenty of historical attractions to explore including the Zululand battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal, the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg and Robben Island, just off the coast of Cape Town. Above all else, South Africa’s attraction lies in its remarkably untamed wilderness with its astonishing range of wildlife roaming freely across massive unfenced game reserves such as the world famous Kruger National Park. With all of this variety on offer, it is little wonder that South Africa has fast become Africa’s most popular tourist destination.
Banking and Currency
Currency
The currency is the Rand, which is divided into 100 cents. There are R200, R100, R50, R20 and R10 notes. Coins come in R5, R2, R1, 50c, 20c, 10c and 5c.
Banking
Banks are found in most towns, and are generally open from 09h00 to 15h30 on weekdays and 08h30 to 11h00 on Saturdays (Closed Sundays and Public Holidays). Most of them offer foreign exchange services – with cash, bank & credit cards as well as travellers cheques. You can also obtain cash from automatic teller machines (ATMs). Several international banks have branches in the main city centres. Always advise your bank that you are travelling outside of the country as they might block your purchases if they are not informed.
Travel, Transport and Getting Around
Travelling around South Africa is relatively easy by air, road and rail.
Principal air routes are serviced by SAA and British Airways, operated by Comair. There are 2 low-cost carriers on main routes, namely Kulula.com and Mango.
Facilitating travel around South Africa are 10 airports managed by the Airports Company South Africa (Acsa). In addition, there are some 90 regional airports, including the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in Nelspruit and the Skukuza Airport, offering access to the Kruger National Park.
An extensive tarred road system makes travelling in South Africa by vehicle convenient and easy. You will find gravel roads in rural areas though. Note:
A valid international driver’s licence is required.
We drive on the left hand side of the road.
Wearing seat belts is compulsory and cellphones can only be used ‘hands free’.
Speed limits are generally set at 120km on freeways, 100km on secondary roads and 60km in urban areas.
Toll fees apply on certain national roads.
Petrol stations are widespread.
Most global car hire firms have branches in South Africa
Another means of getting around South Africa are luxury inter-city bus services such as Greyhound and Trans-Lux. Metrobus buses are available for in-city transport. Metered taxis must be ordered by telephone. There is a hop-on-hop-off bus in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Our rail system includes the long-haul, inexpensive Shosholoza Meyl Metrorail trains. More luxurious options are the Blue Train, Premier Classe and the steam train Rovos Rail. There is also the new Gautrain rapid transit railway system in Gauteng Province which links Johannesburg, Pretoria, Ekhuruleni and OR Tambo International Airport.
Food, Drink and Cuisine Advice
Standards of hygiene in relation to food health and safety in South Africa, are generally high in hotels, restaurants, pubs and nightspots. Tap water in South Africa is safe to drink and cook with when taken from taps in urban areas. Not all tap water in rural areas is safe for consumption, so take precautions if necessary.
It is safe to eat fresh fruit, vegetables and salads, and put ice in your drinks. South Africa’s fish, meat and chicken are of excellent quality, so there is no need to limit yourself when enjoying the local cuisine.
Restaurants are subject to South Africa’s food safety control legislation, which is implemented by local government. Regulations include certification and regular inspections by health inspectors to ensure hygienic standards are maintained.
Street food is not as common in South Africa as it is in other countries, although vendors selling traditional snacks and meals can be found in city centres and townships. Food safety in such instances cannot always be guaranteed.
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8 Days Port Elizabeth And Addo Elephant National Park Day-To-Day
DAYS 1 – 4: PORT ELIZABETH
DAYS 5 – 6: ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK
DAYS 7: GREATER ADDO ROUTE
DAY 8: DEPARTURE
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