Located near Port Elizabeth in South Africa, the Addo Elephant National Park evokes an authentic Out of Africa experience, providing a unique chance to embark on a malaria-free safari and witness majestic big game. The 'Big 5' have called Addo home once again since October 2003. Notably, it stands as the third-largest park in South Africa, boasting more than just terrestrial giants – visitors can also marvel at whales and the formidable great white shark, making it the exclusive global home to the 'Big Seven.'
Established in 1931, the park has grown to become a secure haven for over 600 elephants, buffaloes, various antelope species, and other wildlife. In 1995, the integration of the Zuurberge, which are inhabited by leopards, expanded the park's diversity.
Of particular interest to holidaymakers in the Western Cape, the Addo Elephant Park presents an excellent opportunity to observe some of the Big Five within a vast natural reserve. Visitors can seamlessly combine a park visit with safaris in nearby private game reserves, creating a memorable holiday experience along the iconic Garden Route.
In the early 1930s, Cape mountain zebras were on the brink of extinction. To save them, the National Parks Board set aside a 17.12 km2 area in 1938. Initially, there were only five stallions and one mare. By 1950, only two stallions were left, but a nearby farmer donated eleven zebras to boost the population. In 1964, the park expanded to 65.36 km2, and more zebras were added. The population grew to about 140, and in 1975, zebras were reintroduced to the Western Cape. Since 1978, the park has regularly relocated zebras, and as of 2015, there are over 700. The park expanded to 284 km2 by acquiring additional farms.
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