Full-Day Addo Park & Schotia Reserve (Open 4x4 Vehicle)
Description
THE BEST ALROUND BIG 5 SAFARI Experience a full-day safari combining Addo Elephant National Park and Schotia Game Reserve. Addo boasts nearly 700 free-roaming elephants, buffalo, lions, black rhino, and leopards (the Big 5), plus diverse antelope, zebra, warthog, birds, and reptiles. Schotia, a densely stocked private reserve with over 40 mammal species and approximately 2000 animals, ensures excellent game viewing and was the first reserve in the Cape Province to have free-roaming lions, offering almost guaranteed sightings.
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Addo Elephant National Park with its population of close to 700 free roaming African Elephants, herds of Buffalo, Lions, Black Rhino and the shy Leopard, the legendary Big 5, amongst the many species of antelope, Zebra and Warthog as well as the rich and diverse bird and reptile life that inhabit this the third largest national park and one of the most popular and is situated in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Schotia Safaris is the oldest private game reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, bordering the eastern side of Addo Elephant National Park. Enjoy your Safari in South Africa on this malaria free reserve, which is probably the most densely stocked reserve in Africa, and with over 40 mammal species and approximately 2000 animals, can offer consistently good game viewing throughout the year. Schotia was the first reserve in the Cape Province to have free roaming lions and we can almost guarantee sightings of these magnificent animals on every game drive.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pick ups take place between 08h00 and 08h30 in the morning from Port Elizabeth. Or 09h00 from ADDO SOUTH GATE Entrance itself. A member of our team will contact you the day before via WhatsApp. LOOK OUT FOR ZASENDLE ADVENTURES ON ARRIVAL WARNING!!!! When participating in an open 4x4 safari, it's important to be prepared for a range of weather conditions, including wind, cold, heat, dust, rain, and bumpy roads. Although we strive to ensure your comfort, certain aspects remain beyond our control. Transfers also occur in these open vehicles. All open 4x4 safari vehicle's have canvas side covers that will be closed during transfer for a more comfortable ride. Guests need to dress appropriately for the anticipated weather conditions to ensure a comfortable experience during the safari. This policy indicates that during a safari, in the event of bad weather, such as heavy rain, the tour will continue as long as at least one participant wishes to proceed. To end the safari early and return, all participants must collectively agree to do so. Note that there won't be any refunds if the safari is cut short due to participant requests to cut safari short.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No Wheelchair users, No Electric Wheelchairs Allowed
Reviews(3)
We did a private safari with Riaan in Addo and it was the best decision of our trip. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and spotted so many animals we would’ve missed. His stories, humor, and passion made every moment special. We even booked a second tour the next day – a private Giraffe Walk – which was just as amazing. Riaan also sent us great photos afterward. Absolutely worth it – highly recommended!
Thank you so much Yannik for the great review. It was my pleasure! Hope you enjoy travelling South Africa!
We had an unforgettable safari experience in South Africa – all thanks to our amazing guide, Riaan. Our day started early with a guided tour through the breathtaking Addo Elephant National Park. From the very beginning, Riaan impressed us with his deep knowledge – not only about the wildlife and the parks, but also about South Africa, its people, and its culture. And the animals we saw – it was incredible! We started the day with elephants and Zebras, then immediately came across lions up close, followed by a rare black rhino, buffalo, kudus, and many different antelope species. All of this just in Addo! In the afternoon, we continued with a tour through the Schotia Game Reserve, and the wildlife sightings didn’t stop: giraffes, zebras, white rhinos, large buffalo herds, elephants again, another lion family, countless antelope, warthogs, a leopard tortoise – and even a hippopotamus. Riaan has an exceptional eye for spotting animals – he would often point them out long before we saw them ourselves. He could tell us everything about each animal: the species, whether it was male or female, how old it might be, and so much more. Every question we had, he answered with passion and detail. What made the experience even more special was that Riaan brought his professional camera, took beautiful photos throughout the day, and sent them to us afterwards – completely free of charge. That was such a thoughtful touch and really showed his dedication. Riaan is not only an incredibly knowledgeable and skilled guide – he’s also a genuinely kind and warm-hearted person. We felt so inspired and comfortable with him that we spontaneously booked another tour with him the very next day: a Giraffe Walking Tour, which was just as magical. If you’re anywhere near the Addo Elephant National Park, we wholeheartedly recommend booking your safari with Riaan. It was one of the most memorable travel experiences we’ve ever had. Once again, thank you so, so much, dear Riaan – we truly appreciate everything you did for us.
Thank you so much for the great review! It was my pleasure in meeting you and Yannik, and be able to share our passion for the Wild Animals with you. I wish you all the best for 2025, and hope in seeing you back soon.
We had to he most amazing day with the tour operator Riaan, who took us out for a full day of adventure and spotting unspottable animals in both of the parks! He was amazing and really made our day, with his insightful knowledge of the area and all the animals, he really did go over and above to enable us to see as many animals as possible! The morning in Addo and afternoon in Schotia was the perfect combination, with a delicious lunch stop in between! Addo for mainly the elephants and Scotia for such a variety of other animals! Thank you so much Riaan! Highly recommend!!
Thank you so much for the lovely day, it was such a pleasure with you and to be able to share my passion of the animals with you. I wish you all the best for 2025. Thank you for the great review.
