Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park
Traveler rating
4.1/5
Based on 21 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park worth booking?
Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park is a 9-hour experience in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, from $263 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 21 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (21)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $263 per person
Experience a full-day private safari at Addo Elephant National Park, home to nearly 700 elephants and the Big 5. A short 35-minute drive from Port Elizabeth, you'll explore Addo's southern side in the morning, scanning f
What you get
About this experience
Experience a full-day private safari at Addo Elephant National Park, home to nearly 700 elephants and the Big 5. A short 35-minute drive from Port Elizabeth, you'll explore Addo's southern side in the morning, scanning for elephants, lions, rhinos, and antelope with an expert guide. Enjoy lunch in the heart of the park. In the afternoon, venture to Addo's northern side, viewing more animals on open plains and watering holes. This private safari offers an immersive wildlife experience with tailored expertise. We cater for Cruise Liners at port in Port Elizabeth
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entry fees, Conservation Fees
- Lunch
- Private Guided Safari
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Addo Elephant National Park
Learn about the biodiversity and unique ecosystem in Addo Elephant National Park on this fully guided tour from Port Elizabeth. Explore the only place in the world that hosts Africa's "Big 7": the Southern right whale, the great white shark, elephant, black rhino, leopard, lion, and buffalo with a guide's expertise to teach you everything you ever wanted to know about these animals. All entrance fees and national park fees included means no hidden costs Hotel pickup and drop-off in Port Elizabeth eliminates the need to rent a car Small group ensures personalized attention from your guide and an intimate atmosphere Lunch included so you can pack light Addo Elephant national Park gives us the opportunity to view Wildlife in a natural habitat. These animals roam freely in a vast reserve of over 300 Sq Km. See Elephants, Zebra, Buffalo. A variety of Antelope. It is possible that we could see Lions, Rhino and Hyena but they are difficult to find so no guarantees. From 9am - 6pm
540 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Port Elizabeth
Pickup Time: 08h30 At Addo Wildlife in the parking area
Meeting point
Port Elizabeth
Pickup Time: 09h00 At Addo South Gate at the reception office
Meeting point
Port Elizabeth
Pick ups take place at 08h30 in the morning in front of the ProDive Beach Office in the parking lot. A member of our team will contact you the day before your tour to confirm the exact pick up time and guide details. Please feel free to contact us on WhatsApp
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Pickup Time: 08h30 At Addo Wildlife in the parking area
Ends at
Pickup Time: 09h00 At Addo South Gate at the reception office
Ends at
Pick ups take place at 08h30 in the morning in front of the ProDive Beach Office in the parking lot. A member of our team will contact you the day before your tour to confirm the exact pick up time and guide details. Please feel free to contact us on WhatsApp
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Zasendle Adventures
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 21 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
21 verified traveler reviews for Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An amazing tour to Addo Elephant Park and Giraffe walk!
We had an amazing tour with Zasendle Adventures to the Addo Elephant Park and Giraffe Walk. We learned so much from Riaan and you can tell he is so passionate about South Africa. It was one of the best tours I have ever done. Riaan was also gracious enough to take photos and videos for us and sent them to me. I highly recommend doing this tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you Colleen! It was such a pleasure in meeting you! It was one of my most memorable days having you guys. Thank you for lovely review! I wish you all the best for 2024! Hope in seeing you soon on a Botswana Safari.
via Tripadvisor
Can't recommend
Booked a full day Addo tour 4 months in advance of a cruise. Paid in full with somewhat restrictive cancellation policies. Needed a private tour for comfort and flexibility. With 2 months to go was asked if we'd share with others, but reiterated our need for a private tour. A week prior to the excursion was asked again if we'd share with another couple as they had problems with a supplier. From that point on I half expected him to cancel on us. Did end up with a private car, with a driver (NOT a licensed tour guide as their booking states). Car was small with varying degrees of A/C and somewhat of an adventure on the rough dirt roads in the park. Got to the park and had to wait half an hour until the owner showed up with 4 other people in his vehicle to pay to get us in. Got to the lunch spot and again waited a half hour for them to show up. Given the limitations of the car we were in and the timeframe of his group, I'm sure they saw more than we did. We got to see as many elephants as we could stand, and the driver tried very hard to park the car at the right angle to take the pictures I wanted. While we saw the park and enjoyed the elephants, did not feel we got the whole experience we were promised ("highly qualified guides" compared to "I'm just a driver!"). Worked out well for the owner as he was able to book a total of 6 people instead of just the 2 of us.
Response from the operator: Dear Don Whitnah We sorry to here about your experience!
via Tripadvisor
RIAAN RUINED OUR DREAM HOLIDAY!
Don't do business with this cheat!We spent €750 on a private safari in Addo.When Riaan pickud us up at our appartment i thought it was a joke when he told us that the old and dirty rented mini van,was the car he rented for this expensive safari.The windows of the minivan couldn't be opened and were too dirty and scratched to take pictures.He said we could cancel the safari and get our money back ,on paper and video.Just a few hours later we received an email telling us we didn;t get the promised refund.His excuse was that the contract mentioned :Transport, Fuel & Guide,but not that the transport turned out to be the dirty,old and unsafe minivan. A horse and couch are also means of transport,but it's not the kind of transport you should expect.He's a sad and little man who's only after your money,knowing there's not much you can do after he cheated on you.Take real could care of this shark !!!!
Response from the operator: Bert Hollander - left 5 reviews already since 2022, he clearly have nothing good to do with his time. Really pathetic attempts from this individual! He is clearly out to destroy our good name! We do not use minibuses at all, we use comfortable air-conditioned vehicles and custom build 4x4 game viewing vehicles. TripAdvisor Comment: We encourage travelers to take the whole of a property's reviews into account when judging it. If most other reviews are positive, travelers are likely to see a negative as a mere aberration. Regards ZASENDLE Adventures
via Tripadvisor
A great day in Addo Park
We had a fantastic day with our guide Riaan. He was very friendly and gave us a lot of information about the animals and the nature. The Lunch with ostrich meat and other good things was delicious. It was a great pleasure to drive through the Addo Park the whole day. Much thanks for this wonderful experience to Riaan.
Response from the operator: It was a great privilege to meet you & your husband, and share my knowledge of Addo Elephant Park, and the animals with you. We wish you all the best, and a Merry Christmas. Safe travels in South Africa.
via Tripadvisor
Great day at Addo
Thank you Riaan. It was a amazing day! You arranged everything so good and the lunch was excellent. And also the end of the day beautiful pictures.
Response from the operator: It was my pleasure in having you. Enjoy all the lovely pictures & memories of Addo Elephant National Park. Hope to see you back soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $263 to $4200
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Zasendle Adventures, who run 20 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.2.
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Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Port Elizabeth.
How much does Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park cost?
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Prices start at $263 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Port Elizabeth usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Port Elizabeth is not rushed.
Is Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 21 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Port Elizabeth, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Port Elizabeth can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Port Elizabeth and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Full-Day Addo Elephant National Park start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Port Elizabeth within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Port Elizabeth?
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On Outty we rank every Port Elizabeth experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise, Addo Elephant Full Day Safari with a Traditional South African Braai (BBQ) Lunch, Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Port Elizabeth?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Port Elizabeth?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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