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Itineraries
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Tips and Hints to Explore the Park
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- Hot days at waterholes are best for elephant viewing
- Black rhino are most often sighted in the early evening
- Lions and spotted hyenas are most often seen in the early morning or evening to night time
- Pets are not allowed in National Parks
- Firearms are to be declared at reception where they will be sealed. The seal will be broken upon departure
- No citrus fruits may be taken into the wildlife viewing area
What visitors need to take (preparation for the trip)
- Bring along binoculars, camera, walking shoes and wildlife reference books
- Road maps of tourist routes within the park are available at the reception area. Various information sheets are available at reception
- For summer (September - March), cool comfortable clothing is recommended along with sunhats and sun protection cream
- For winter and autumn (April - August), warm clothing is recommended for the night times
- Insect repellant is recommended, especially in summer
- No immunizations are needed for travel to this Park. The Park is situated in a malaria-free area
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Hiking Trails
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PPC Discovery Trail
The PPC Discovery Trail is a short walk through the valley thicket where you can learn more about the plants and animals of this region. The first loop is suitable for visually-impaired and wheelchair-bound visitors.
- Situated: main rest camp in Addo
- Length: approx two kilometers (all loops), first loop about 400m
- Estimated duration: 20 minutes for the first loop, 45 minutes to explore all the loops
- Suitable for: the first loop is suitable for the visually-impaired and people using wheelchairs, children, those who want a short walk
- Highlights: learn more about the unique subtropical thicket vegetation. Interpretive posters educate the visitor about the Big Seven, geology and ecosystems of the park.
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Alexandria Hiking Trail
The first section of the hike travels through magical forest where ancient yellowwoods and spectacular coral trees can be seen. The "Waterboom" or "Lekkerboom" - a gigantic yellowwood named for the reservoir of water held at the base of its trunk - provides an interesting stop. After crossing the open fields of Perdevlei, the trail moves onto the beach where the stark sandy beach ecosystem and dramatic dune cliffs provide breathtaking scenery. Six kilometers of untouched coastline stretches out in front of the hiker. The dramatic cliffs of Woody Cape provide the hiker with two options, either walking along the boulder-strewn base of the cliffs (impassable at high tide) or climbing a log ladder to reach the top leading onto the dune fields Southern right whales can be seen just off shore in certain months and dolphins are often spotted playing in the waves. The wreck of the Nidaros - an old steamer - can be investigated, as well as the fascinating natural debris washed up by the sea.
- Situated: Woody Cape section, departing from the offices near Alexandria
- Length: approx 36 km two day circular route of which the first day is 19.5km and the second day is 16.5 km
- Estimated duration: 2 days
- Suitable for: those who want a challenging walk along the coastline. Hikers carry their own provisions and the hike is not guided
- Highlights: the trail begins at the park offices near Alexandria. The two Langebos Huts are the base huts for the trail and it is recommended that hikers stay at these huts the night before leaving for the first day. The huts are newly constructed huts, sleeping 6 people each. They are equipped with hot water showers, toilets, a stove, fridge and braai area.
Find out more about this trail
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Tree Dassie Trail
Meander through indigenous forest and marvel at the coral trees and yellowwoods that scrape the sky. Catch sight of the elusive bushbuck or a party of foraging vervet monkeys. Many bird species such as the olive woodpecker, black headed oriole and crowned hornbill can be spotted on the trail, making it ideal for bird watchers. The Tree Dassie Trail is named after the rare tree dassie (hyrax) that lives in the Alexandria forest. This arboreal creature is nocturnal and very shy but its shrill call can be heard at dusk.
- Situated: Woody Cape section, departing from the offices near Alexandria. The trail follows the grass roads to Langevlakte, where it joins the two-day trail leading back to the office
- Length: 7 km
- Estimated duration: 3 to 4 hours
- Suitable for: relaxed walkers
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Cannon Rocks Trail
Walk along the beach and in the adjacent coastal shrub and view ancient cannons. This walk was originally established for the communities of Cannon Rocks and Boknes and so is still free of charge.
- Situated: Woody Cape section, departing from Cannon Rocks
- Length: 7 km
- Estimated duration: three to four hours
- Suitable for: relaxed walkers
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Zuuurberg Cycad Trail
Feast your eyes on vistas of the rugged Zuurberg Mountains and the endemic long-leaved cycad. Dip into the afro-montane forest before returning on this circular walk.
- Situated: Zuurberg section, departing from the Park offices
- Length: approx 3 km
- Estimated duration: 1 hour
- Suitable for: those who want a short walk
Zuurberg Doringnek Trail
Hikers can cool of in a beautiful natural water pool along the route.
- Situated: Zuurberg section, departing from the Park offices
- Length: approx 15 km
- Estimated duration: 5 hours
- Suitable for: those who want a challenging walk with beautiful scenery
Narina Camp Trail
Travel from fynbos plateaus into the forested valleys below and along mountain streams. Reach the Narina Bush Camp at the end of the walk and relax in a tented camp at the foot of the Zuurberg mountains. Nestled under the lush indigenous forest canopy, this camp has four tents sleeping two people each. Beds and bedding are provided in the tents and kitchen facilities include a gas fridge and cooker with a separate braai lapa. The camp is self-catering. A flush toilet and hot shower are also available. The adjacent Wit River provides a perfect place to cool off in summer. Awake to the chorus of a thousand birds.
- Situated: Zuurberg section, departing from the Park offices
- Length: approx 10 km
- Estimated duration: 4 to 5 hours
- Suitable for: those who want a challenging walk and an overnight stay in a secluded getaway
For accommodation options on these three trails see Narina Bush Camp
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Blue Duiker Walk
This circular 800-metre walk meanders through the diverse valley thicket surrounding Kabouga House with some steep drops to the side of the trail. Keep an eye out for signs of the elusive leopard and listen to the echoes of baboon calls. Birders will delight in sightings of the brown-hooded kingfisher and Burchell's coucal.
- Situated: Kabouga section, departing from Kabouga guesthouse
- Length: 800 metres with steep inclines
- Estimated duration: 45 minutes
- Suitable for: relaxed walkers but not for the faint-hearted.
Lookout Walk
A short 400-metre walk takes you up to a ridge overlooking the Kabouga River.
Please note: Access to the Kabouga section is by means of high clearance vehicles (4x4 or high clearance 4x2 vehicle) only.
- Situated: Kabouga section, departing from Kabouga guesthouse
- Length: 400 metres
- Estimated duration: 45 minutes
- Suitable for: relaxed walkers
For accommodation options on theese two trails see Kabouga Camp
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Horse Trails
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All horse trails are conducted by experienced guides on sure-footed, well-trained horses.
Riding hats are available for visitors' use.
Please note:
- Riders must report to the stables at least 15min before departure.
- No bookings will be taken less than 1hr before departure time.
- No person exceeding 90kg in weight will be allowed to ride.
- Only one rider allowed per horse.
- No children under 10yrs on the Addo morning ride or Zuurberg rides, no children under 16yrs on the Addo morning ride
- Rates
Horse trail bookings
Tel. +27 (0)42 2331151 - Fax +27 (0)42 233 1154 - E-mail: addogamedrives@sanparks.org
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Game Drives
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Game viewing from your own vehicle
Explore 75 kilometres of road through prime wildlife country. There are a number of lookout points at waterholes in the area. Road maps of tourist routes within the Park are available at the reception area.
Eyethu Hop-on Guides can be hired at affordable rates to get on your vehicle and guide you through the game area. These are local community members who have been trained as guides and now run their own small business.
Guided Game Drive bookings
Tel. +27 (0)42 233 1151 - Fax +27 (0)42 233 1154 - E-mail: addogamedrives@sanparks.org
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4x4 Trail
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Ride the Bedrogfontein 4 x 4 trail between Kabouga and Darlington and immerse yourself in breathtaking views and early 20th century history. Imagine the perseverance of the early pioneers who traveled by wagon over these rugged mountains. This route was the scene of fierce battles between the British and Afrikaner troops during the Anglo-Boer war.
The route travels through a variety of vegetation types, from riverine thicket, to afromontane forest, to fynbos on the peaks and into the arid nama-karoo of the Darlington area.
Further information
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Birdwatching
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The SASOL Red Bishop Bird Hide is located opposite the waterhole in the main rest camp, offering watchers a view of red bishops, weavers, herons, coots and terrapins.
The main game area boasts a list of 170 bird species, while the expanded Park may contain as many as 450 species in a diversity of habitats.
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