Matyholweni, which means 'in the bush' in Xhosa is located near the coastal town of Colchester at the Sundays River Mouth, just 3 km off the N2 highway, Matyholweni is easily accessible and provides a second gateway into the Park. Amenities such as shops, restaurants and a fuel station are available in the nearby town.
Visitors have access to the main wildlife viewing area of the Addo Elephant National Park via the southern access road which links to Addo Main Camp. Please note that the gate linking these two sections of the Park closes at 5.30 pm and there is no access after this time. The distance from Camp Matyholweni to Addo Main Camp through the Park is 39 km.
Accommodation is in cottages, each with BBQ facilities and twin beds. Some cottages also have a sleeper couch which is ideal for families travelling with young children. Each cottage has a kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and there is also an en-suite shower room and WC.
Rates Include
Accommodation only basis. PLEASE NOTE: The daily Park fees and the Conservation Levy are NOT included - these are payable at the Park gate on arrival.
Children Policy
Children of any age are welcome. Rates available on request.
General Information For Guests
Daily Conservation Fees are as follows:
From 1 September 2009 until the end of October 2010: International Visitors - R130 per adult per day and R65 per child per day; SA Citizens with ID - R30 per person per day; SA Nationals with Passport - R60 per adult per day and R30 per child per day. These daily fees are payable upon entry into the Addo Elephant National Park, and is also due for every additional day that you spend in the Park, which is payable directly to the Camp. Please note that these rates are subject to change.
From 1 November 2010 until the end of October 2011: International Visitors - R140 per adult per day and R70 per child per day; SA Citizens with ID - R35 per person per day; SA Nationals with Passport - R70 per adult per day and R35 per child per day.
Your accommodation will be serviced daily between 9 am and 12 noon. Sheets will be changed every 2-3 days, and towels will be changed every day. Please do not hesitate to ask the staff for extra soap, towels, blankets, etc.
Taking a guided game drive is certainly recommended. The views are better from the elevation of a game-drive vehicle, and the guides are able to drive on roads that are not open to the general public. As the animals are accustomed to the Land Rovers, they wander quite closely by, giving you an incredibly close encounter. Guided game drives leave the Main Camp in the Park every 2-3 hours throughout the day, and these can be booked from Reception when you check in, or ideally we would recommending booking them in advance by either emailing the game drive office direct on addogamedrives@sanparks.org or calling them on +27 (0) 42 233 8622. Children under the age of 6 years not allowed on these drives. You need to check in at least 30 minutes prior to the game drive at the Game Drive Office. Each game drive lasts approximately 2 hours. Rates available on request.
Addo / Zuurberg horse trails can also be prebooked by calling / emailing the game drive office. The morning Addo ride is for less experienced riders and is 2 hours long. The afternoon ride is for experienced riders and is 3 hours long. All horse trails are conducted by experienced guides on sure-footed, well-trained horses. Riding hats are available for visitors use. No children younger than 16 years may ride on the Addo Trail. The Zuurberg horse trails are suitable for riders of all competencies and wind through fynbos and forest. One, 3 and 5 hour trails are available. No children younger than 10 years may ride on the Zuurberg horse trails.
Credit cards are accepted for payment of activities (except for the Zuurberg horse trails), shop purchases and restaurant meals.
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