Gate times
Addo Elephant National Park enforces specific gate and camp hours, which are updated monthly based on the changing daylight hours. These times are in place to ensure the safety of both visitors and wildlife.
To make the most of your visit, it's important to plan ahead and ensure you're inside the park gates or camps before they close. Any attempt to remain outside these hours is a violation of SANParks regulations and can result in significant fines. It's also important to note that being out after hours increases the risk of encounters with wildlife and navigating in low light conditions.
| Month | Gates Open | Gates Close | Camps Open | Camps Close |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 05:30 | 18:30 | 04:30 | 18:30 |
| February | 05:30 | 18:30 | 05:30 | 18:30 |
| March | 05:30 | 18:00 | 05:30 | 18:00 |
| April | 06:00 | 18:00 | 06:00 | 18:00 |
| May | 06:00 | 17:30 | 06:00 | 17:30 |
| June | 06:00 | 17:30 | 06:00 | 17:30 |
| July | 06:00 | 17:30 | 06:00 | 17:30 |
| August | 06:00 | 18:00 | 06:00 | 18:00 |
| September | 06:00 | 18:00 | 06:00 | 18:00 |
| October | 05:30 | 18:00 | 05:30 | 18:00 |
| November | 05:30 | 18:30 | 04:30 | 18:30 |
| December | 05:30 | 18:30 | 04:30 | 18:30 |