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Knysna is a natural paradise of lush, indigenous forests, tranquil lakes and golden beaches, which provide endless opportunity for leisure and outdoor adventure.

A visit to Knysna would be incomplete without a trip to the heads - a striking geological feature made up of a pair of huge, brightly coloured cliffs lying at the mouth of the lagoon, flanking a channel of potentially treacherous water that flows into Knysna’s lagoon. The eastern head houses a lookout with spectacular views of the lagoon, Leisure Isle and Knysna, whilst the western head is a privately owned nature reserve called Featherbed Nature Reserve.

The harbour area is also home to most of Knysna’s nightlife, with several bars, restaurants and clubs where visitors can enjoy a cocktail while watching the sunset over the heads.

One of the top attractions on the entire Garden Route, the Choo-Choo steam train provides some of the most spectacular views of the coastline and hidden valleys inaccessible by car.

A visit to the Knysna Elephant Park guarantees a close encounter with these magnificent mammals.

For thrill seekers, options abound, with everything from paragliding over the coastline, abseiling and skydiving, to scuba diving and tree top canopy tours.

Where to stay

Knysna has a wide range of accommodation to suits all pockets.  Choose from hotels, lodges guest houses, B&B’s and self-catering apartments.

Best time to visit

Knysna has a temperate climate making it the ideal all year holiday destination. Summer temperatures can reach highs of 38° and during the winter months (June-August) fall to about 18º Celsius - still ideal conditions for outdoors activities! Sporadic snowfalls on the higher Outeniqua peaks during winter bring the temperature down at times.

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