Gorah Elephant Camp

The incomparable thrill of quietly observing a passing herd of elephant while being served tea on the verandah of a stately Colonial manor house is the stuff of dreams and legends - at Gorah it's an everyday occurrence. This exclusive safari lodge recaptures the romantic mystique of authentic African safari of centuries past - at Gorah, in the heart of the Big 5 Addo Elephant National Park in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, the awesome natural world of Africa merges with colonial nostalgia and modern sophistication to deliver an unforgettable and unique bush adventure.

Originally built in 1856, Gorah House is a National Monument, fully restored to reflect the grace and glory of those times. Elegant period furnishings instill an ambience of comfort and opulence, while the comings and goings of wildlife around the waterhole in front of the main verandah are a constant source of fascination, and the natural rock swimming pool the perfect place to beat the African heat. Or simply relax on the sun decks or in the shade of Gorah House's porches and patios.

After the exhilaration of a game drive or walk, retreat into a romantic tented suite - a private bushveld sanctuary. Sheltered beneath thatched canopies, Gorah's 11 tented suites are luxurious, spacious, and enhanced with the finest comforts, recalling the golden era of safari in the early 1900s. And from your private deck the panoramic views across the endless savannah plains are unmatched.

Delicious and lavish gourmet cuisine is served either in the elegant, softly lit dining rooms of the Main House or on the old-style verandah overlooking the waterhole or, weather permitting, in the open boma surrounded by the smells, sounds and stars of the African bush.

A Hunter Hotels property, Gorah is a member of Relais & Chateaux.