Experience a half-day Big 5 safari at Schotia Private Game Reserve, near Addo Elephant National Park, with a choice of morning or afternoon drives. Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, and antelope in their natural habitat from an open-top 4x4 vehicle with an expert guide. Afternoon drives offer sunset predator viewing, while all trips include a traditional South African bush dinner under the stars with a hearty braai (BBQ) meal. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers, this safari provides an authentic Eastern Cape Big 5 experience.
Enjoy a hearty, traditional South Experience a thrilling half-day safari at Schotia Private Game Reserve, one of the Eastern Cape’s premier Big 5 safari destinations near Addo Elephant National Park. Guests can choose between a morning or afternoon game drive, each offering unique wildlife viewing opportunities. Morning drives are perfect for spotting elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and antelope as they graze in the crisp daylight, while afternoon and sunset drives focus on predators and nocturnal animals, including free-roaming lions, in the golden evening light.
All drives take place in an open-top 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced guide who shares insights on animal behavior and conservation. After the drive, enjoy a traditional South African bush dinner under the stars at a fire-lit lapa, featuring a hearty braai (BBQ) meal with venison stew, chicken, fresh vegetables, and homemade bread.
The Schotia Half-Day Safari is an unforgettable opportunity for an authentic Big 5 safari in the Eastern Cape, perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike.African braai (BBQ) dinner, including venison stew, chicken, fresh vegetables, and homemade bread, served around the crackling fire.Journey into the heart of the Eastern Cape's oldest private game reserve as the sun dips below the horizon.
The Schotia Tooth & Claw Safari is designed for maximum wildlife viewing, especially during the prime predatory hours of sunset. Known as one of the most densely stocked reserves in Africa, Schotia offers consistently spectacular Big 5 encounters, including an estimated 7 out of 10 chance of seeing free-roaming lions on your evening drive. This is more than a drive; it's a guaranteed African story."
Choose between our 2 option either morning or afternoon drive
Rawson Touring is best described in five words: new, honest, bold, inquisitive, and exciting. We are a proudly South African tour operator passionate about creating authentic, safe, and affordable travel experiences across the country.
We specialize in day safaris, multi-day safaris, private guided tours, and city experiences — from the wildlife of Addo Elephant National Park to scenic journeys along the Garden Route and unforgettable tours in Cape Town.
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