There are 5 biomes in Addo Elephant National Park. This is a major, but far lesser known or appreciated attraction of the park. Stay at Chrislin and discover the diversity of the biomes in Addo. A biome can be defined as a naturally occurring community of flora and fauna which…
It’s so hard to believe that Chrislin African Lodge is 20 years old. What a wonderful and exciting journey it has been. We have met the most extraordinary and amazing people from all over the world, many of whom have become personal friends. We have grown from sleeping 6 people…
The Addo Elephant National Park is home to some of Africa’s most endangered animals. The conservation fee paid to South African National Parks (SANParks) during your Addo safari will help conserve Africa’s endangered wildlife. The animals listed below are all endemic to the Addo area and we need all the…
We’re at it again, renovating! In these quieter Winter months, we’re focusing on the Orchard Huts, replacing the thatch roofs and floor tiles. The Garden Huts also needed some attention. We’re also replacing the thatch roofs and adding a verandah to each hut. And, of course, being Winter, it’s Citrus Season!…
The Sunset huts are ideal for families and couples travelling together as they are made up of 2 en-suite rooms joined by inter-leading doors (for some privacy) but sharing a verandah with beautiful Sunset views! There are 3 units, each sleeping 2×2 people with the possibility of an extra person…
Click on the link and watch the Youtube video: 14 Days to Go to Grant&Gemma’s Wedding! Grant & Gemma’s Wedding Day is round the corner. The wedding venue, Sneezewoods, is thatched but not complete. Rarely do I witness such hard work, dedication, professionalism and agility in the building industry, especially in…
As previously mentioned, Chrislin African Lodge is really undergoing a facelift. (Read June Newsletter) We are building three family units, also ideal for couples travelling together. They will be aptly named ‘Sunset Huts’. And these Addo sunsets are quite stunning at the moment! Sneezewoods, out in-house restaurant and wedding venue, is…
Read Chrislin African Lodge’s June Newsletter for some news, information and exciting new plans! Chrislin June Newsletter I’ve also just uploaded PART 2 of Sneezewoods being thatched and renovated for Grant & Gemma’s wedding on the 5th July. 25 days to go today… Will the Addo wedding bells peal?! Check…
Sneezewoods, Chrislin’s in-house Restaurant and Wedding Venue, is being re-thatched and a upgraded. Grant & Gemma are getting married on the 5th July… 33 days to go. Can we do it?! Keep watching the progress as Addo wedding bells get ready to peal! Click on the picture below and watch…
Thatching is the craft of building a roof with dry vegetation such as straw, water reed, sedge, rushes or heather, layering the vegetation so as to shed water away from the inner roof. It is a very old roofing method and has been used in both tropical and temperate climates. Here, at…
From the 1st May to 30th June 2014 Chrislin is offering Addo accommodation guests nights free of charge! When booking 3 nights, get a 4th night free and when booking 2 nights, get a 3rd night half price. All offers include a traditional and authentic African style Mud Hut, delicious…
