Fodor's Expert Review Hitgeheim Country Lodge

This lovely lodge is set on a steep cliff overlooking the Sundays River and the town of Addo. Classically decorated rooms graced with lovely antiques are in separate thatch buildings, all with verandas overlooking the river. The bathrooms are spacious and luxuriously appointed with large tubs and enormous shower stalls. Some rooms have both indoor and outdoor showers. Hitgeheim is situated on an eco-reserve and you can go for walks to observe birdlife and some of the 11 indigenous antelope species found here. The food is fabulous, and most guests opt to stay for the four-course dinners, although simpler dinner options can be tailor-made to your preferences. The lodge has its own game-viewing vehicles and guides, which can be booked at an extra cost.