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Knysna

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Nature & Parks Geologic Formations National Parks
Enshrouded in lush indigenous forest and surrounding a scenic lagoon of the same name, the Garden Route town of Knysna has plenty to offer. Two towering headlands guard the entrance to the picturesque bay in Knysna, while the hilly rainforest setting provides an array of nature trails to explore. Along with the many natural attractions, places to visit in Knysna include an array of cafes, restaurants, craft shops, and art galleries. Visits to the elephant park, whale and dolphin watching, and sampling the renowned local beer and oysters can be good additions to your Knysna itinerary. Use our online itinerary creator: Knysna and all its delights await.
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Top Knysna tours

6-Day Garden Route & Addo South African Adventure from Cape Town BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $510
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3-Day Garden Route Highlights with 4x4 Safari Small Group Tour from Cape Town BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $262
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5-Day Garden Route with Addo National Park Small Group Tour from Cape Town BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $413
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Popular things to do in Knysna

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Knysna Heads
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Knysna Elephant Park
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Knysna RIB Adventures
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Garden Route National Park
4.6
Duration: 30 minutes

Side trips from Knysna

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Robberg Nature Reserve
Plettenberg Bay
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Birds of Eden
The Crags
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Face Adrenalin
Tsitsikamma National Park
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Tsitsikamma Canopy Tours
Storms River
4.6
Duration: 3 hours

Hidden gems in Knysna

FlyTime Paragliding South Africa
Sedgefield
5.0
Duration: 30 minutes
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Buffalo Bay
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Rock the Route
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
Cola Beach
Sedgefield
5.0
Duration: 4 hours

Tours in Knysna

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Boat Tours & Water Sports
3.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Walking tours
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Knysna Hike & Bike
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Fleet Foot Safaris
Brenton-on-Sea
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Trails in Knysna

Jubilee Creek picnic site and walk
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Drupkelders Hiking Trail
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
Circles in the Forest
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Garden of Eden
3.6
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Knysna

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Goldsmiths Knysna | Bespoke Jewellers | Diamond Dealers
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Mosaic Outdoor Market
Sedgefield
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Metelerkamps
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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The Waterfront Knysna Quays
3.9
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions

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Knysna Township Tours
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Featherbed Nature Reserve
3.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Brenton on Sea
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Knysna Lagoon
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Places to visit with Knysna

Cape Town BEST FOR: Mountain, Beach, Pier / Boardwalk
Plettenberg Bay BEST FOR: Nature / Park, Water Sport, Beach
Oudtshoorn BEST FOR: Nature / Park, Cave, Scenic Drive
Hermanus BEST FOR: Beach, Dolphin / Whale Watching, Winery / Vineyard
Franschhoek BEST FOR: Winery / Vineyard, Specialty Museum, Historic Site
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