Ep. 2 | Unexpected Lion Encounter | Addo Elephant Park - A South African Safari Adventure

Day 2 at Addo Elephant National Park – A Self-Drive Safari Adventure in South Africa 🇿🇦

Welcome back to Carolina in the Wild! Join me, a biologist, wildlife photographer, and passionate safari traveler, as I take you deeper into the wild heart of South Africa.

In Episode 2 of our 5-day self-drive safari series through Addo Elephant National Park, we start the day with a quiet drive — but nature never stays silent for long! From curious birds and a thirsty tortoise at Spekboom Hide to up-close encounters with majestic elephants, buffaloes, kudus, and an unforgettable lion sighting, this day becomes one of our most memorable on safari.

We also take you behind the scenes of camp life, and share a peaceful moment at the hide after sunset, where a lone elephant makes for the perfect end to an epic day.

If you love wildlife, raw nature, and authentic travel experiences, this is for you.

Don’t miss:
Up-close elephant encounters
An incredible lion sighting
Camping & cooking in the wild
Rare wildlife moments at the hide

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