Set within South Africa’s legendary Addo Elephant National Park, Gorah Elephant Camp is the only private concession in the park, offering a rare blend of authentic safari adventure and timeless colonial elegance. This malaria-free sanctuary is home to the Big Five, including one of the densest elephant populations in Africa, as well as the unique flightless dung beetle. This is a place where the hum of the bush and the slow rhythm of nature provide the soundtrack to a truly immersive experience.
Under canvas, time slows and unfolds differently. Each luxurious tented suite, tucked beneath a thatched canopy, is a tribute to the romance of 19th-century safaris—elevated with today’s comforts: en-suite bathrooms, intimate lounge spaces, solar-powered lighting, and shaded decks that open to panoramic views of the surrounding savanna. The historic main house, designated a National Monument and dating back to 1856, anchors the camp with its colonial manor charm. Inside, you’ll find period furnishings, a tranquil library, and a cosy lounge warmed by a fireplace.
Dining at Gorah is an experience in itself: an elegant fusion of traditional African ingredients and global culinary finesse. Enjoy gourmet meals served in the candlelit dining room, on the wraparound verandah with views of the wildlife-rich waterhole, or in the open-air boma beneath a sky sprinkled with stars. Afternoon tea adds a touch of nostalgic indulgence before setting out on an evening game drive.
Twice-daily game drives with expert guides offer intimate wildlife encounters—from herds of elephant to elusive predators and everything in between. These experiences are deeply rooted in conservation, with Gorah’s sustainable practices ensuring a lasting legacy for the land and its inhabitants.
Whether it’s a leisurely afternoon in the sun-dappled library, a refreshing dip in the camp’s swimming pool, or dining by candlelight as elephants wander past the waterhole, Gorah whispers of a gentler era—yet delivers all the refinement today’s traveller expects.
What we love about Gorah Elephant Camp
The pulse of the wild
Watch elephants and rhinos gather in silence under the moonlight at the waterhole—an intimate spectacle just steps from the manor house verandah.
Under canvas, beyond compare
Stay in beautifully appointed canvas tents that echo the golden age of safari, with all the soft comforts of a five-star retreat.
A taste of place
From open-air boma feasts to refined dishes on wide verandahs, every meal celebrates Africa’s bounty and culinary heritage.
years