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Set in Colchester, 1 km from the south entrance of Addo National Park, ParkView Safari Lodge offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a bar and a shared lounge.

ParkView Safari Lodge offers a terrace.

The tent was super comfortable with all the amenities. The location is amazing - super close to the South part of Addo Elephant Park, where if you're lucky you can even see animals in the park from the accommodation premises. It was also nice to have the pool, and you can also book a game reserve tour of Addo through them!

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8.1
Very good
349 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

Offering safari-style accommodations, this lodge is situated right on the banks of the Sundays River. The terrace decks offer far-reaching river views.

Each of the spacious rooms and suites at Dungbeetle River Lodge is equipped with a private bathroom and coffee/tea facilities. Guest can relax in the seating area with a drink from their minibar.

Such friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. A garden that was full of beauty and interest. Steps down to the river, for swimming or kayaking. Lovely breakfast, with great home-made food. Ella, Derek, Leona and team will stay in our memories.

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8.9
Fabulous
508 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Featuring outdoor, rock waterfall showers, all Elephants Footprint Lodge rooms overlook the pool and garden. Customised safaris can be arranged to Addo Elephant Park, 3 km away and home to rhino, buffalo, lions and leopards.

The hosts went above and beyond to make our time unbelievable. Thank you for everything, you were amazing. Fabulous stay, amazing food. Thank you

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8.9
Fabulous
529 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

Riverside Guesthouse is set in Colchester and offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi, 38 km from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 40 km from Port Elizabeth Golf Club.

Little Walmer Golf Club is 43 km from the lodge, while The Boardwalk is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 43 km from Riverside Guesthouse.

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Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.
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  • Avg. price/night: £74.33
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 529 reviews
    We had such an amazing experience at Elephant's Footprint Lodge. The staff were so friendly and accomodating to our needs. The rooms are extremely spacious and I loved the rustic thatch roof and outdoor stone shower. The cosy lounge area is amazing with the fire and the food was exceptional! The location is fantastic for exploring the Addo region. I would highly recommend staying at the lodge.
    Bronwyn
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 508 reviews
    The view is breathtaking. Corlette doesn't work at the lodge but is very hands on. She is warm and welcoming which made our stay better.
    Jade
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £74.33
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 529 reviews
    The lodge is right outside of the South Gate of Addo Elephant park- very convenient for our exit from our self-drive through the park. The room was very spacious and comfortable. We added the dinner and loved the lovely way the staff presented the menu to all the guests. And the food was delicious and abundant! Breakfast was included and also very good. The room had an outside shower which we both enjoyed with great water pressure. We would definitely recommend!
    gabriella
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £128.15
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 349 reviews
    It was a great adventure sleeping in one of the tents right next to Addo Park fence. The staff is super friendly and helpful. We stayed 2 nights during our Safari trip to Addo. The lodge is right next to the Parks south gate.
    Maximilian
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £74.33
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 529 reviews
    The Lodge gives you an African safari "experience" nice large rooms and very close to Addo Park entrance. Nice and friendly manager with a lot of knowledge about the park and animals.
    arend
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £74.33
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 529 reviews
    We loved it all: the safari lodge style, the self-service bar, the room with the waterfall-like outdoor shower (view protected), the very good breakfast, the super tasty dinner - and the sympatic hosts! :-)
    Dirk
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £74.33
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 529 reviews
    Beautiful lodge. Everything clean, very friendly staff and situated very close to the Addo NP. Many valuable information for tours. The breakfast was excellent with homemade rolls and whatever else you need. But the best was the 3 course dinner. We had fantastic Kudu, Ostrich and Warthog, prepared in different ways with different and very tasty sides! In a nutshell, one of the best lodges we have ever been to!
    Jürgen
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £128.15
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 349 reviews
    I have always wanted to stay in a safari tent and this was exceptional in my opinion. Not only was our tent right next to Addo Elephant Park where we saw a lone elephant grazing in the evening sun, but it was also supremely comfortable, appointed in a colonial style and with a deck and a separate seating area too. We had our own braai in the main lodge in the evening, the staff were really friendly and accommodating too. I only wish we had been able to stay another night!
    Wendy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £74.33
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 529 reviews
    The staff at Elephant's Footprint Lodge was super helpful. Due to a traffic jam we came back very late, but they waited and kept dinner ready for us. Additionally, they took great care of us around breakfast and helped us organise additional activities around our stay such as an amazing Safari in a Private Game Reserve.
    Jakob
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £128.15
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 349 reviews
    The property is well situated in a mini safari lodge with a few animals roaming freely. There is a tranquil feeling looking out at the mountains and nature.
    Cuan
    Family with young children