Gorah Elephant Camp
Eastern Cape, South Africa
- Price on request
- Camps
- 11 Tent/s
The exclusive Gorah Elephant Camp is located on the only private concession within the Addo Elephant National Park.
With sweeping views over the plains and a waterhole, the colonial manor house stands as a tribute to days gone by - the romance and traditions of a past age captured so successfully in this Relais & Chateaux property.
With its antique furnishings, extended verandahs, cosy lounges and boma dining, Gorah is a fusion of traditional lodge and sophisticated elegance.
11 luxury tented suites are built under thatch for coolness and offer sumptuous spaces for guests to unwind, the private decks overlooking endless stretches of grassland.
Sumptuous candle-lit dinners are paired with fine wines and presented in the dining area or the verandahs.
In between game drives through this elephant rich haven, relax beside the pool or simply soak up the tranquil ambiance of the surrounds.
At A Glance
- 11 romantic canvas tents under thatch
- Private decks
- Relais & Chateaux property
- Cosy lounges
- Fine dining
- Verandahs with extensive vistas
- Pool
- Historic manor house & antiques
Features:
- ✓ Daily Maid Service
- ✓ Laundry Service
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Swimming Pool
- ✓ Wifi
Region
Formed in 1994 comprising of the Xhosa Homelands of Transkei and Ciskei and the Cape Province, this young region (which is also the birth and resting place of Nelson Mandela) is blessed with a diverse landscape, culture, and adventure.
From the dry lands of the west to the to the well-watered east, agriculture is of vital importance to the locals. From pineapple orchards to sheep farming, and a newly devised olive nursery, the people of the Eastern Cape make the most of their region.
With 800km of beautiful coastline, the waters and shores a-like offer a multitude of activities for the excited adventurer: Surfing, snorkelling, swimming, kite boarding and fishing are all at your mercy, as well as keeping your eyes open to spot one of the 27 species of whale and dolphin which occupy the waters. There are many hiking routes for those who like to stay on land, and the towns of Bathurst and Grahamstown will give you an insightful experience into the history and culture of the Province.
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The Eastern Cape climate tends to be a mix of both subtropical and Mediterranean, due to it’s vast area ranging from the slightly humid and sometimes windy coast, to the drier and hotter climate inland, and the wetter greenery of the mountains. Read More
Rates
Pricing available on request.
Please contact your Destination Specialist for more information on +44 (0) 1993 824198.
Included:
All meals, non alcoholic beverages and game drives.
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