Most people arrive at Addo with too much luggage and not enough water. Here is what actually helps on a game drive.
Bring a light jacket even in summer. Mornings in the park are cool and the open vehicle catches the wind.
Binoculars matter more than a big lens. A pair per two people is plenty. Sunscreen and a hat are a must.
Patience is the real secret. Elephants often appear in the last ten minutes of a drive, usually right when someone says it has been quiet.
Ask your guide questions. They have spent years in this park and the stories are half the experience.
