Camp Matyholweni

Destination

Eastern Cape

The second rest camp, Camp Matyholweni, is located near the coastal town of Colchester, off the N2 highway. The camp is accessible by car and is located approximately 45 minutes drive from Addo Main Camp. Camp Matyholweni is situated in the new southern section of the Park, close to the beach and the Sundays River Mouth. This area does not have elephants yet, but there are plans to re-introduce elephants, buffalo, eland, red hartebeest and possibly black rhino from May 2007 onwards once the fencing has been completed. Animals that are found in this area are: kudu, bushbuck, bush pig and duiker. Visitors have access to the main wildlife viewing area of the Park via the new access road through Camp Matyholweni, which links Addo Main Camp with Camp Matyholweni. Please note that the gate linking these two sections of the Park closes at 5.30pm and there is no access after this time. The distance from Camp Matyholweni to Addo Main Camp through the Park is 39km. Busses and caravans may not use the new access road and will have to drive directly to Addo Main Camp via public roads.

Area Attractions

Accommodation at Camp Matyholweni Cottages - Camp Matyholweni This type of accommodation can only sleep two persons. Two single beds (together) with shower, toilet and hand basin. Kitchenette with bar-fridge, 2-plate stove, microwave oven, cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils. Fan only. Family Cottages - Camp Matyholweni This type of accommodation can sleep two adults and one child. Two single beds (together) and one single sleeper couch, (open area, no separate bedroom). Bathroom with shower, toilet and hand basin. Kitchenette with bar-fridge, 2-plate stove, microwave oven, cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils. Fan only. The nearby town, Colchester, has a fuel station, supply shops, restaurant and ATM machines.