Addo Rest Camp, the main camp within SANParks' Addo Elephant National Park, is a popular choice for visitors, offering a wide variety of accommodation options and a diverse range of activities. The camp's layout allows guests to easily walk between their units and the various amenities, including a refreshing swimming pool, a restaurant serving delicious meals, and a well-stocked shop offering curios, snacks, and essential items. Day visitors are also well catered for with a dedicated picnic and braai area.
Unique Wildlife Viewing Experiences:
Two exceptional features elevate the wildlife viewing opportunities at Addo Rest Camp. A floodlit waterhole lookout, conveniently located within the camp, provides exceptional nighttime game viewing. For truly close encounters with the park's inhabitants, an underground hide offers a unique and immersive experience.
Sounds of the Bush:
Evenings at Addo Rest Camp are alive with the sounds of the African bush, from the roars of lions and the calls of hyenas and jackals to the myriad of nocturnal insects. Mornings awaken to the delightful chorus of francolins and bokmakieries, welcoming a new day of exploration.
Diverse Wildlife Encounters:
The park's main game area is home to the renowned Big Five, promising thrilling wildlife encounters. A variety of antelope species, including red hartebeest, eland, kudu, duiker, and grysbok, roam the area. Spotted hyenas, Burchell's zebras, warthogs, vervet monkeys, bush pigs, and a variety of small mammals also inhabit this diverse ecosystem. Birdwatching enthusiasts will be delighted by the approximately 250 bird species that call Addo home.
