Addo Elephant National Park Main Camp to experience power outage on 11 June 2026

Visitors staying at Addo Elephant National Park's Main Camp on Thursday, 11 June 2026, should be aware of a temporary electricity outage scheduled for late morning.

South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the electricity supply to the entire Main Camp will be switched off from 11:00 for approximately two hours. The interruption is required to connect infrastructure associated with a new spa facility currently under construction within the camp.

Guests visiting Addo Elephant National Park during this period can still enjoy game drives, wildlife viewing and other outdoor activities as normal. However, visitors staying in Main Camp accommodation should plan accordingly, as electrical appliances, charging facilities, lighting and certain guest services may be temporarily unavailable while the work is carried out.

The new spa forms part of ongoing efforts to enhance visitor facilities at Addo Elephant National Park, one of South Africa's premier Big Five destinations and home to more than 600 elephants.

SANParks has apologised for any inconvenience caused and thanked visitors for their understanding while the essential infrastructure work is completed.

Travellers scheduled to stay at Main Camp on 11 June are advised to ensure that electronic devices are charged in advance and to make any necessary arrangements before the outage begins.

 

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Power outage disrupts Matyholweni Gate at Addo Elephant National Park!

last updated 31 January 2026

According to SANParks, electricity has been restores to Colchester section  of Addo Elephant National Park. Matyholweni reception is back up and running as per normal.  

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South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an operational update confirming a power outage at the Matyholweni Gate in the Colchester section of Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape. The outage affects reception services, including payment facilities and telephone lines.

To ensure continued access to the park, guests entering via Matyholweni Gate are being redirected to Addo Main Camp to complete payment of their entrance and conservation fees. SANParks advises visitors who need to contact park staff during this period to use the hospitality duty line on 082 471 0267.

The outage has been formally reported to the relevant municipal authorities, and restoration efforts are underway. SANParks and park management have apologised for the inconvenience, and visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly when travelling to the Colchester section of Addo Elephant National Park.

About Addo Elephant National Park
Located just an hour from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Addo Elephant National Park is South Africa’s third-largest national park and a major Eastern Cape tourism icon. Famous for its thriving elephant population, diverse wildlife, and spectacular landscapes stretching from dense thicket to dune fields and marine environments, Addo Elephant National Park offers excellent game viewing, family-friendly activities, and easy self-drive experiences year-round. 

 

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Halali Resort in Etosha National Park: Power restored, but ruel Remains unavailable!

Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the state-owned operator of tourism facilities within Namibia’s protected areas, has confirmed that the recent extreme rainfall in Etosha National Park led to a power outage at Halali Resort. As a result, all booked-in guests were accommodated at Okaukuejo Resort and Namutoni Resort at no additional cost. Fortunately, power was fully restored on 27 March 2025. However, fuel remains unavailable at both Halali Resort and Okaukuejo Resort at this time.

Centrally located within Etosha National Park, Halali Resort is the perfect base for exploring Namibia's world-renowned wildlife sanctuary. Situated between Okaukuejo Resort and Namutoni Resort, the resort is nestled at the foot of a dolomite hill, surrounded by Mopane trees, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat.

Halali Resort provides a variety of accommodation options to suit different travel styles and budgets:

• Double Rooms – Comfortable en-suite rooms with air conditioning.
• Bush Chalets – Available in one- and two-bedroom configurations, perfect for families or small groups.
• Family Chalets – Spacious, self-catering units with private braai (barbecue) areas.
• Honeymoon Chalets – Featuring private gardens and jacuzzis for a luxurious escape.
• Campsites – Equipped with electricity, water, and braai facilities, ideal for those seeking a closer connection with nature.

Despite the recent challenges, Halali Resort in Etosha National Park remains a top destination for wildlife enthusiasts. The resort’s floodlit waterhole offers exceptional game-viewing opportunities, especially at night, when elephants, rhinos, and big cats frequently visit.

Addo Elephant National Park: Planned power outage on 28 August 2024!

South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that several locations in the Sundays River Valley Municipality in South Africa's Eastern Cape, including Addo Elephant National Park, will experience a planned power outage by Eskom* on 28 August 2024 from 05:00 - 19:00. According to SANParks, the management of Addo Elephant National Park will run generators during the power outage, but cannot guarantee that it will be for the entire duration.  

*Eskom is a South African state owned electricity public utility.

Cape Town: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) closed! [update #2]

[update 30 July 2024): According to the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), the management of Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town has announced that all critical systems have been restored following a power outage that affected inbound and outbound flights.

update (29 July 2024):  has confirmed that runway lights and navigational aids at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town were returned to service after 01:00, allowing for safe aircraft landings.

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has informed the public that Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town is currently experiencing a "power supply challenge" impacting runway lights, airside fire rescue and air traffic navigation services. As a result, flights are not able to land or depart. All flights are diverted to other airports in the ACSA network. According to ACSA, a team of technicians and specialists is on site working to resolve the power outage. We'll keep you posted!

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) owns and operates South Africa's nine principal airports, including three international gateways, namely OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town  and King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban.

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