Video - Elephants at Gorah

Lodge of the Week - Gorah Elephant Camp

Sit back and watch the elephants pass you by

Classic luxury safari experience

The camp is based around a historical homestead (with certain buildings in the main lodge dating back to the 1700’s and 1800’s) overlooking a vast open area with a magnet-like waterhole that attracts masses of game. One does not feel like he or she has to leave the confines of camp as the game viewing from each private deck and the main camp patio is exceptional. The camp is a certified ‘Green Leaf’ setup so has minimal impact on its environment. With no electricity the lodge at night, lit up by lanterns and candles, is a sight from a fairy tale. Luxury tented rooms are ideally spaced around the main lodge. Although there is minimal electricity power in the camp, guests still have the luxury of a piping hot gas heated shower and adequate basic lighting in the rooms. The dining is fine whilst ever willing staff provide top quality service.

Gorah Elephant Camp is situated on a private concession in a prime game viewing area of the Addo Elephant National Park. There is a diverse range of habitat types in the park largely dominated by open plains and thickly vegetated hills. Elephants are everywhere and this is one of the best places in the world to view these giant pachyderms going about their daily routines. The park is also one of the few spots outside of the far northern areas of South Africa where one can view large herds of Buffalo in their hundreds (the largest herds of disease-free Buffalo in the country). Lions are often encountered on drives and fantastic sightings are consistent. The reserve is also a stronghold of the rare Black Rhino and these shy creatures often pop up at the waterhole in front of camp in the evenings.

This is a classic safari experience - charming, elegant and stylish. The camp is simple yet luxurious and the game viewing is excellent. It is perfect for couples and small groups looking to spend a few days on safari during a trip to South Africa. Here guests can enjoy the cream of what Africa has to offer.

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RATINGS BREAKDOWN
Core Ratings:	Sun Rays
Lodge and Camp	7.7
Safari Experience	6.9
Service	8.3
Facilities	4.4
Unique Rating	8.0
Conservation	7.5
Social involvement	6.3
OVERALL RATING:	8.3

The best lodges in South Africa for......Elephant Spotting!

Elephants are must see when you're on safari! Lodges advertised as Big 5 will have elephants on offer. But there are a few lodges that offer exceptional interactions with these gentle giants. Large numbers, herds that breed well or well behaved elephants make the experience more memorable for a first time safari goer.

Top End Lodges
It's all in the name - Gorah Elephant Camp says it all. Situated in the Addo Elephant National Park, this luxury experience from the Hunter's Collection will leave you surrounded by elephants.

Elephant visitors at Gorah Elephant Camp

Other top end lodges include the Sabi Sabi properties, the Singita lodges and the Mala Mala lodges.
Chitwa Chitwa and Simbambili are also considered elephant hot spots.

For the more adventurous why not try Transfrontier Walking Safaris? The chance to encounter elephants on foot is sure to suit any adrenalin junkie!

Upper End Lodges
Situated on a private concession of the Addo Elephant National Park is the lovely Nguni River Lodge
Savanna Private Game Reserve is also a top choice for elephant viewing! And the newly launched, Cheetah Plains is another great place to stay to see elephants.
And in Kwa-Zulu Natal, you can't go wrong with Mkuze Falls Lodge

Affordable Lodges
There are a variety of affordable lodges that offer excellent elephant viewing, but the two notable lodges are Elephants Plains Game Lodge in the Sabi Sand and Tembe Tented Camp in Tembe Elephant Reserve

An elephant outside Elephant Plains Game Lodge

There are many other lodges where elephants can be viewed. We recommend using The Game Lodge Index to find the lodge that meets your criteria. Remember, when using the Game Lodge Index's search function you can use the detailed search to find the perfect place for your safari!