Addo Elephant National Park

Nzipondo Loop, Addo Elephant National Park

The Nzipondo Loop is a 6.2 km tar road in Addo Elephant National Park. Here's where it runs and where to stop along the way.

The Nzipondo loop is a tarred loop near Addo Main Camp that passes Domkrag Dam and Gwarrie Pan, both with viewpoints where you can watch from the road. Gwarrie Pan is a permanent pumped waterhole in open grassland, and the reed-lined edges of Domkrag Dam are also good for waterbirds.

Where the Nzipondo Loop runs

Nzipondo Loop
The Nzipondo Loop and the roads it joins. Waterholes, hides and viewpoints along it are on the map in the opspoor app. Road data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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Waterholes and stops on the Nzipondo Loop

  • Domkrag Dam ViewpointViewpointDomkrag Dam Viewpoint overlooks the waterhole from an elevated position near Addo Main Camp, with visitors able to leave their vehicles at the designated lookout. The open view across the dam makes…150 m off the road
  • Domkrag DamWaterholeDomkrag Dam is a well-known waterhole in the main game-viewing area of Addo Elephant National Park, close to Main Camp. The dam attracts elephants and other wildlife, while its reed-lined margins…200 m off the road
  • Gwarrie Pan ViewpointViewpointGwarrie Pan Viewpoint overlooks one of Addo Elephant National Park’s well-known waterholes, with an open outlook across the surrounding grassland and Albany Thicket. The pan is particularly…900 m off the road
  • Gwarrie PanWaterholeGwarrie Pan is a permanent pumped-water source in Addo’s main game-viewing area, surrounded by open grassland and Albany Thicket. It is particularly well known for elephant activity, with large…950 m off the road

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Nzipondo Loop questions

Where is the Nzipondo Loop in Addo Elephant National Park?

The Nzipondo Loop is a 6.2 km tar road in Addo Elephant National Park.

How long does it take to drive the Nzipondo Loop?

About 9 minutes without stopping at the 40 km/h limit. Allow much longer if you stop at the waterholes and for sightings.

Are there waterholes or hides on the Nzipondo Loop?

Yes. Along the Nzipondo Loop you'll find Domkrag Dam Viewpoint, Domkrag Dam, Gwarrie Pan Viewpoint and Gwarrie Pan.

Can I use opspoor on the Nzipondo Loop without signal?

Yes. Signal in Addo Elephant National Park can be patchy, and opspoor works fully offline: you can see sightings you've already loaded and log your own, which sync when you're back in range.

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