Adventure travel Addo tailor-made planning

Addo in Südafrika is a destination that Adventure plans for active travellers, focusing on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Adventure matches stages and fitness to each other. In the planner you state your experience, and you clarify the level of challenge on the video call.

Updated: 7 August 2026.

Why this trip

Elephants in herds heading to the waterhole at dusk: that is everyday life in Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape. The area is malaria-free, which makes planning easier, and it counts among the "Big Seven", because alongside the classic five, whales and great white sharks of the adjoining coast are included. What makes the trip active here is the choice of format: self-drive routes in the park, guided game drives in the morning or a stay in a private reserve with a lodge, where wildlife viewing and overnight stay go together. If you want to put your legs and fitness to use, combine Addo with Cape Town or the Kruger area in the north.

If you like, you can combine the game drive with a hike in the surroundings, for example on the coast near Port Elizabeth or in the hinterland of the Garden Route. Trails run there through forest, along rivers and over dunes, ideal for days when you want to move after hours in the vehicle. The months from May to September are considered the best time to travel, because the vegetation is thinner and animals are easier to see. In the video call you decide whether the trip is a quiet stop or part of a South Africa route.

Places and experiences

Adventure lays out all the possibilities for Addo, and you set the level of challenge in the conversation.

Addo Wildlife, Experience
Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve, Experience
Addo Elephant National Park, Experience

Place
Addo Wildlife
Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve
Addo Elephant National Park

Getting there

From your Swiss airport, Adventure chooses connections that fit the luggage limit of your equipment.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Adventure apart?

Adventure plans active trips with a focus on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. We plan Addo by video call according to your experience and fitness.

Which places are part of the programme in Addo?

Around Addo, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo Wildlife and Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve are listed, and Adventure sorts them by duration, elevation gain and difficulty.

Who is an adventure trip to Addo suited to?

To active travellers who want to experience nature and be on the move, and who prefer a programme that suits their fitness and experience.

Which accommodations are listed for Addo in the catalogue?

After long days on the move, Addo offers houses such as Addo Elephant Main Camp, Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge and Gorah Elephant Camp, which Adventure selects by their position relative to the route.

Which destinations in Südafrika work well together?

From Addo you can reach Durban, Hluhluwe and Johannesburg, and Adventure checks with you whether the distance fits your schedule.

Can I adapt the trip?

Yes. We tailor stages, level of challenge, duration and accommodation to your experience. On the video call we discuss what you feel comfortable with and where we build in reserves.

How much does a trip to Addo cost?

The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.

How does the consultation work?

The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.

How do I start planning?

You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.