Addo Elephant Park All-Inclusive Day Safari from Port Elizabeth | La Vacanza Travel

Addo Elephant Park All-Inclusive Day Safari from Port Elizabeth

Duration: 8 hours
Destination: South Africa, Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth
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  • 8 hours
  • Port Elizabeth
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Explore Addo Elephant Park, South Africa's third-largest National Park, rich in conservation history. Established in 1931 with a mission to protect just 11 elephants, it now boasts over 600 elephants and the 'Big Five.'

Our expert-guided tour ensures an educational and engaging experience. With morning and afternoon game drives, you have the best chance of encountering the park's wonders. A guided game drive leads you through captivating landscapes, allowing you to encounter the 'Big Five' up close in the safety of a closed vehicle.

During your tour, we pause at the main camp to visit the curio shop and information centre. You'll also enjoy a stop at a picnic site, where you can relish a South African picnic in nature.

Your experienced guide provides invaluable insights into the reserve's remarkable flora and fauna, deepening your appreciation of the area's biodiversity and ongoing conservation efforts. The adventure concludes with a late afternoon drop-off.

Itinerary
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Pass By: The Campanile, Strand St Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth 6001 South Africa

Campanile Drive-By

While on your journey, you'll have the opportunity to pass by the magnificent Campanile. This imposing structure marks the gateway to the railway station and docks on Strand Street. Impossible to overlook, the Campanile is a living testament to the region's rich history.

Erected to commemorate the arrival of the 1820 British Settlers in Port Elizabeth, who landed at Strand Street, the Campanile is a striking example of Italian architecture. Its free-standing design adds to its grandeur and leaves an indelible mark on the landscape.

Pass By: Sundays River Valley, Sundays River Valley, Greater Addo, Eastern Cape

As we continue our journey, you'll catch a glimpse of the remarkable Alexandria Dune Field, a true marvel of South Africa's natural wonders. This vast coastal dune field is the largest and least disturbed in the southern hemisphere, offering an unparalleled experience.

Stretching over 80 kilometres in length and up to 5 kilometres in width, covering an impressive surface area of about 15,800 hectares, it's a dynamic system where sand is continuously reshaped by the wind, creating an ever-changing landscape. The Alexandria Dune Field offers a unique sense of solitude, boundless horizons, and spatial freedom, making it South Africa's prime example of a pristine coastal dune field.

With approximately 375,000 cubic tons of sand being deposited into the dune fields each year, it's a mesmerizing and perpetually evolving natural spectacle that should not be missed.

Stop At: Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Sundays River Valley South Africa

Park Entrance: Begin your adventure in the south section of Addo Elephant Park, initially established in 1931 to safeguard a mere 11 elephants.
Guided Game Drives: Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives in a closed vehicle with an expert guide, offering the best opportunity to encounter the 'Big Five' and other wildlife in their natural habitats.
Educational Insights: Gain insights about the animals, their behaviour, habitats, and conservation efforts from your knowledgeable guide.
Picnic Stop: Relish a South African picnic at a picturesque site while taking in stunning views, including the breathtaking Alexandria dunes and ocean panoramas.
Main Camp Visit: Pause at the main camp to visit the curio shop and information centre and perhaps pick up a souvenir.
Late Afternoon Drop-off: Your adventure concludes with a late afternoon drop-off back at your Port Elizabeth accommodation, leaving you with unforgettable Addo Elephant Park memories

Duration: 7 hours

Inclusions
  • Bottled water
  • Admission fee: Addo Elephant National Park
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Addo Elephant National Park

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Addo Elephant National Park - South Gate - Mathyolweni Gate, South Africa
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-Up Points: Port Elizabeth, Bluewater Bay, or Colchester, 8:45 A.M. - 9:15 A.M

Ports

  • Port Elizabeth Harbour


Departure Time

09:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

8 hours


User's Reviews

Frank_M

11 Apr, 2024

The Addo Elephant Park All-Inclusive Day Safari from Port Elizabeth was an absolute blast! I had such a great time seeing all sorts of animals—elephants, birds, zebras, you name it. The pickup was right on time, which I appreciated, and our guide, Gary, was just fantastic. Gary really knew his stuff and was super passionate about the park and its wildlife. He shared all sorts of cool facts about the animals' behaviors and the park itself. It was obvious he loved his job, and his enthusiasm rubbed off on all of us. The best part was definitely getting up close and personal with the animals. We saw so many elephants—it was incredible! And the birds were stunning, too. Plus, spotting zebras roaming around was a real treat. What made the experience even better was Gary's down-to-earth approach. He didn't just give us a bunch of facts; he really helped us connect with the environment and appreciate the beauty of it all. It was a reminder of how important it is to take care of our planet and its inhabitants. Overall, if you're looking for a fun and genuine wildlife adventure, I highly recommend the Addo Elephant Park Day Safari. With efficient pickup, a passionate guide like Gary, and incredible animal sightings, it's an experience you won't soon forget.

Sightseer56700715412

20 Mar, 2024

What an amazing experience. Into Tours made it easy and convenient to visit this iconic park. Definitely on my list to do again with them!

462appletree

18 Mar, 2024

Back in Oct, 2023 we signed up for the tour through Into Tours titled Addo Elephant Park Full-day Safari & Shore Excursion from Harbour. It was scheduled for Feb 16, 2023 with a start time of 9 AM with pick-up on the dock for an 8 hour tour. I received a message confirming that we were scheduled. In December I received another message from the provider Janina from Into Tours just thanking us for booking with them. We too were also looking forward to the tour since it was our first time in South Africa. The next communication I received was on Feb. 14. It was a confirmation of our tour. There was no indication that there was a change from our original confirmation. The next morning we were on the dock at 8:45. The provider was not there. I looked at the “what’sapp” application on my phone and saw messages from Janina from that morning saying she tried calling me and and reminding me of the tour. I received a second message saying that the pickup was adjusted to 8:00. Only than did we realize why we missed the tour and that there had been a change made. I looked at the calls on my phone and there were none listed from her. I tried calling the number associated with the confirmation but there was no answer. I’m not sure when the decision was made by Into Tours to change the start time, but sending out a confirmation and not highlighting the change in time is not enough especially when it is the start time of the tour. I've also written the Into Tours requesting a refund. We have also emailed the tour company but still waiting for a response. Star

liviosteindler

14 Feb, 2024

We really saw a lot of elephants with family and babies. The tour was indicated to see the big 5 but you practically see only elephants. Good we had another safari at Richard's bay where we saw the rest. But for elephants at the top.

U1426HTmartinb

06 Feb, 2024

We travelled from the cruise ship but were late into port due to fog. The company emailed to say they were aware of the problem and said not to panic and they would wait for us. They did and immediately set off they also sent good directions on where to meet them off the ship. The trip was great but due to the heat we only got to see elephants. Got is back to the ship in plenty of time. If we were doing it again the half day would be the one to choose. Eight hours in a van is a long time.

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