WOODALL ADDO
Travel in Addo

This malaria free area enjoys a temperate to warm climate with an annual rainfall of 450 mm occurring evenly throughout the year. Summers are hot and sunshine days are plentiful, with a chill in the valley during wintertime. The Sundays River Valley is home to the famous Addo elephants that once roamed the area freely, as well as mile after mile of evergreen citrus trees that bear fruit all winter and fragrance the air with their blossoms in spring. This area is world renowned for its citrus fruit production and is South Africa’s largest producer of lemons. Situated just over 45 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth, this magnificently diverse area offers a wide variety of wildlife experiences, natural landscapes, outdoor adventure and cultural experiences. Over a million hectares of land have now been devoted to wildlife and many world famous reserves such as Shamwari and Schotia can also be found here. Found deep in the shadow of dense valley bushveld, the Addo Elephant Park was proclaimed in the 1930’s when only 11 elephants remained. The Zuurberg Mountains, falling within the park, are home to interesting fauna and flora including three rare cycad and two yellowwood species. The entire area is rich with an array of different landscapes to enjoy. Follow the garden route to Jeffrey’s Bay (1 hour) on the coast with the world-renowned perfect wave and abundant shells or carry on through to the Tsitsikamma, home to Plettenberg Bay and Knysna (3 hours) where you will find an abundance of natural forests and associated adventure activities. A lush network of lagoons estuaries, and grassy plains perfect for watersports and quality golf courses. Ramble through quaint historical sites in the hinterland such as Grahamstown (1 hour), the city of saints where you can trace the early European colonization of the Eastern Cape. Situated in the heart of the Sundays River Valley, on the doorstep of the Addo Elephant National Park, and close to Shamwari and Schotia Reserves, Woodall Country House lies tucked away on a peaceful citrus farm where miles of citrus trees bear fruit all winter and scent the air with blossoms in the springtime. It is ideally suited for nature lovers, food and wine connoisseurs, as well as those seeking time out in the spa. Honeymooners are especially pampered at our Addo Elephant Park accommodation in an environment of peace and privacy. When you visit us you will not only experience world class luxury and accommodation, Addo Elephant Park offers some of the best game viewing in South Africa. Addo has the densest population of elephant in the world and guests at Woodall also have the unique luxury of choosing from a range of different safari experiences in the surrounding wilderness. Experience game at close quarters and indulge in magnificent scenery at Addo Elephant Park from Woodall’s comfortable game viewing vehicle. After a day of game watching under the African sun retreat to our Addo Elephant Park accommodation and laze around the full size pool, fringed with palms and a waterfall; or take a moment to sit peacefully on the expansive sun-downer deck and view the antics of abundant South African waterfowl. The establishment was developed from the original farmhouse built in the early 1900’s and the charming ambience and character of yesteryear still permeate the atmosphere of this Addo accommodation. Old world attention to detail blends seamlessly with contemporary African luxury and style as reflected in the raw, earthy Eastern Cape architecture. This award-winning Addo elephant park accommodation caters for the discerning traveller by offering five star luxury and standards of service, reflected in attention to detail and spacious accommodation. Enveloped in a warm cocoon of soft music and calming fragrances, guests are thoroughly pampered and gently coaxed into a state of absolute well-being. Local therapists with world class skills offer a comprehensive range of massage, health and beauty treatments, and every detail is dedicated to 5 star luxury and comfort.