Gorah Elephant Camp
Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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GORAH ELEPHANT
CAMP -
ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK, EASTERN CAPE
Embark on a noble safari to an outpost
of tented romance. Gorah Elephant Camp, a premier
camp set in a 5,000-ha malaria-free sanctuary, is home to the densest
elephant
population on earth. Restored to its
19th century Colonial splendour and period furnished, the main house
reflects opulence and delivers the meticulous service characterising
Hunter Hotels’ properties. Elephant encounters at matchlessly
close range and prime wildlife viewing will complement your Garden
Route
adventure. Gorah is the first private concession ever in a National
Park in South Africa. Member - L.I.H.S.A. Conde Nast Traveller 2002
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• 10 luxury tented suites under thatched canopies
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King or twin beds, sitting area, en-suite bathroom with shower
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Private deck with exceptional views of the savannah plains
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Solar-powered lights
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Ceiling fans
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Safety deposit box
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Complimentary sherry and reading material of interest
The romantic atmosphere of the ten spacious and luxurious tented suites,
recalls the golden era of safari in the early 1900's; yet with the
comfort and excellence associated with Africa's finest game lodges.
Facilities
• The beautifully restored original 1856 “Gorah House” is
a National Monument building
• Two main dining rooms
• Two cosy lounges with original fireplaces
• Library featuring reference books on the area
• Various sun decks, porches and patios
• Waterhole in front of the main verandah
• Boma area for outside dining
• Swimming pool set in the rocks
• Curio shop
Guests can relax in the boma area with
it's beautiful rock swimming pool and sun-drenched decks. The Boma
is also perfect for experiencing the African tradition of cooking and
eating under the stars.
Dining
Dining is by candle-light in the
elegant dining room, or on its lazy verandas overlooking the waterhole. The
sounds of the bush create a magical air of peace and tranquility,
broken only by the splashing of water as the animals arrive to
drink under the cover of darkness.
Activities
With arguably the best elephant viewing in South Africa,
Addo is also the domain of the Cape Buffalo, Black Rhino, numerous antelope
species and a host of bird life. Explore the bush with experienced rangers in open vehicles, on foot
or on horseback. Gorah is close to the coast and the many other attractions
of the Eastern Cape.
Addo Elephant
National Park
The Addo Elephant National
Park is situated 65km north of Port Elizabeth near the Zuurberg
Range in the dense, indigenous bush
area of the Sunday’s River Valley. The Park was proclaimed
in 1931 to preserve the last survivors of once numerous herds of
elephant in the Eastern Cape that were hunted almost to extinction.
The park is 14,000 ha of gently undulating valley and is fenced.
Some of the game
found in the Addo Elephant National Park includes:
Elephant, Lion, Burchell’s
Zebra, Grey Duiker, Kudu, Ostrich,
Black Rhino, Red Hartebeest, Warthog,
Cape Buffalo, Eland, Black-backed Jackal,
Leopard (Zuurberg), Cape Grysbok, Bat-eared Fox,
Spotted Hyena, Bushbuck, and Small-Spotted Genet.
The Park is also home to an incredible 320 recorded bird species, as
well as the unique flightless dung beetle found almost exclusively in
Addo.
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