Gorah Elephant Camp

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge in Addo with safari and outdoor pool

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Outdoor banquet area
Food and drink
Safari
Interior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is CA $1,685
CA $1,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27

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Luxury Tented Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105

What's nearby

  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari - 43 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Sundays River Dunes - 47 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Shamwari Game Reserve - 58 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Amakhala Game Reserve - 68 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Bucks Kloof Hiking Trail - 76 min drive - 58.3 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 85 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron Addo Elephant National Park - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron Steak Ranch - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Addo Elephant Park Restaurant - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Lenmore Restaurant & Accommodation - ‬57 min drive

About this property

Gorah Elephant Camp

When visiting Addo, Gorah Elephant Camp is a great choice to consider. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Gorah House, which serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 11 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Children (8 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2000
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Gorah House - This restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Gorah
Gorah Camp
Gorah Elephant
Gorah Elephant Camp
Gorah Elephant Camp Addo
Gorah Elephant Camp Lodge
Gorah Elephant Camp Lodge Addo
Gorah Elephant Camp Hotel Addo Elephant National Park
Gorah Elephant Camp Addo
Gorah Elephant Camp Lodge
Gorah Elephant Camp Lodge Addo

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorah Elephant Camp offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gorah Elephant Camp does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Gorah Elephant Camp?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Gorah Elephant Camp?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gorah Elephant Camp?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Gorah Elephant Camp?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gorah Elephant Camp?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Gorah Elephant Camp and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Gorah Elephant Camp?
Yes, Gorah House offers alfresco dining and African cuisine.
Does Gorah Elephant Camp have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

Gorah Elephant Camp Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Honeymoon Safari
What can we say this place took our breathe away! Such a beautiful setting with the accommodation set right amongst the natural surroundings of how these animals should be seen. The staff again like at Tsala in Plettenberg were amazing and can’t do enough to help you during your stay and after too. The guides are extremely knowledgable and welcome all questions and make you feel very comfortable and at ease during the game drives. For anybody wanting a unique safari experience with game animals in their natural habitat this is the place to visit.
Kuljinder, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

EVANGELOS, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Unforgettable experience
We stayed at the camp for 2 days. The staff is exceptional and goes out of their way to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you Cheryl and Ashley for making our stay incredible! We will cherish this experience and wonderful memories for the rest of our lives. The food was amazing and on par with fine dining. As a guest, you are offered options at the mini bar in your tent or the main guest house. The tents are a bit rustic but very comfortable with all the necessary amenities. You are in the middle of nowhere. If you are planning to drive to the camp yourself, we recommend renting an SUV. One has to drive about 10 miles on a dirt road from the main entrance which can get rough. While the accommodations are not cheap, as other stated this is one in a lifetime experience worth every penny.
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A gracious, magical experience that takes one back to living in the 1800’s.
katherine, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a one of a kind experience that is simply incredible. The main lodge is historic built in 1828 with a beautiful back deck overlooking a watering hole that animals come to day and night. You can’t get closer than this. Sleeping accommodations in wonderful tents with king bed and attached bathroom. Private garden and swimming pool near lodge. Price includes lunch, high tea, dinner and breakfast and all fantastic on menus designed for you, as well as 2x 3 hr rides to see wildlife, which includes rhino, buffalo, lions and elephants. This is a magical experience and you will be in awe. Service and staff truly wonderful.
Marlene, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Itan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Magical
This place is magical!! The main house was built in 1823 and some of the furniture is from the same era with amazing carvings. The tent we stayed in is spacious with everything you need. Comfortable bed and most amazing are the animals hanging outside your room. The staff makes you feel like royalty. Couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely fantastic. Wonderful guides, staff, rooms and food. Hard to imagine a better holiday location.
Daniel, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing. Staff couldn’t be better. Guides were terrific. Those looking for a zoo where lots of animals are around every corner will be disappointed. However there are plenty to see and it’s possible to get very close to some. Magical experience
Alan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was an amazing experience. We saw many elephants, zebra, buffalo and other animals. The lodge is beautiful.
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Safara Accomoodatin in PE area
It was an awesome experience to finish our holiday in South Africa at Gorah. Sleeping in luxury tents in the wild was something that me and my family will never forget. Accommodation was fantastic, service was out of this world, the staff were so friendly and helpful. Gorah may be a little more expensive than other places, however the experience is totally worth it. Look forward to visiting again.
Ian, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

These words come to mind to describe Gorah and the staff; exceptional, impeccable, delightful and unforgettable!
Chahe, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A magical place
Absolutely wonderful place, stay in a luxurious walled tent , in the middle if elephants, zebras, warthogs, lions, buffalo and more. Felt like we were in a movie, great staff
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8/10 Very good

Nice accomidation and good safari
Great experience the only negative was that for the price we paid we would have expected a bit more Special attention . For example it seemed like it was a bother for the staff to make a pot of tea
beverley, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

fabulous! Want to come back again and stay longer, Ranger Greg is the best.
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Worth your money, really.
Where should I begin, everything was amazing. From the game to the service, my mom and I were amazed by the thorough consideration and service there. You are ACTUALLY taken care of very well there. The tent was amazing. Even though we didn't get much sleep from the animals chatting at night and lion soaring 6km away, but hey that was what we went for and love it! They also planned 2 games for you morning and evening. It was such a fantastic experience!
chaowei, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location set in the heart of the park
Great safari rides in a very natural environment, excellent food, just a great overall experience
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10/10 Exceptional

You won't be disappointed!
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10/10 Exceptional

Elephants came up to the verandah
An almost flawless establishment. Eleven thatched permanent tents perched above an authentic old farmstead, now exquisitely restored with atmospheric old prints, lanterns, rugs. Zebra, hartebeest, ostriches came down from the rolling hills to the waterhole beneath the verandah--where extraordinary food was served throughout the day. A hearty breakfast after the morning drive; a light lunch of homemade delicacies and a rainbow of fruit; high tea with scones. Dinner was served on solid mahogany tables in a warren of rooms lit entirely by candles. The beds were huge, with comforting hot water bottles; his-and-hers basins in a well-equipped bathroom to the rear of the tents; everything spotless. A simple but sophisticated update of the safaris of yesteryear with every need catered for. The drives were run by friendly and sympathetic guides with boundless knowledge of the park and respect for all the creatures we met. I cannot recommend Gorah Elephant Camp highly enough.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning
First class service
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2/10 Poor

Uniquely Memorable Experience
From the time we first arrived at Gorah, we knew this would be an unforgettable experience, and were not disappointed. The lodge, tent, locale, staff, cuisine and service were all first rate. That is to say nothing of the experience at the Gorah Camp, where your neighbors are native elephants and wild animals, and the twice-a-day safaris, with interesting ‘ranger’ guides such as Devon, who was so knowledgeable and personable. Making friends with the other visitors as well added to overall experience. The many photos we took will make this adventure a lasting experience.
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10/10 Exceptional

Unglaublich --> absolut zu empfehlen
EMpfang, Organisation, Essen, Service war außergewöhnlich und ist jeden cent wert
Michael, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome Place. Great and very familiar feeling of the service. Tremendous food and terrific guides.
3-night trip
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