Addo and Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

Your first safari in Addo: what to pack and expect

By the Addo Ventures team

Most people arrive at Addo with too much luggage and not enough water. Here is what actually helps on a game drive.

Bring a light jacket even in summer. Mornings in the park are cool and the open vehicle catches the wind.

Binoculars matter more than a big lens. A pair per two people is plenty. Sunscreen and a hat are a must.

Patience is the real secret. Elephants often appear in the last ten minutes of a drive, usually right when someone says it has been quiet.

Ask your guide questions. They have spent years in this park and the stories are half the experience.

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