Schotia Private Game Reserve

Look for iconic African animals on a lengthy game drive through Schotia Private Game Reserve, a sanctuary adjacent to Addo Elephant National Park. The same family has owned and operated Schotia reserve since 1933, and it is renowned for being the first reserve where lions hunt on their own, rather than being fed. Traveling through the bush in an open-air 4x4 vehicle offers countless opportunities to observe lions, hippos, rhinos, giraffes and elephants. Seeing them up close in their natural habitats is an extraordinary experience, especially since the animals are accustomed to being around people and are undisturbed by the presence of humans. There isn’t a fence between Schotia and the national park so the animals freely roam between the properties, which increases your chances of seeing a huge variety of animals. You can also expect to catch sight of smaller creatures such as monkeys, crocodiles and birds, as more than 150 avian species live in Schotia.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Drive through a privately owned game reserve that has been in the same family since 1933.
• Look for elephants, lions and African plains animals, which are abundant in the reserve.
• Expect to see plenty of smaller animals, as well, including countless species of birds.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.