Garden Route Activities and Attractions

The Garden Route and Knysna

The Garden Route includes one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline that winds its way for some 200 km via George, Wilderness, Sedgefield and Knysna on to Plettenberg Bay and culminating in the Tstisikamma Forest. A wide range of leisure options, spectacular scenery and a mild climate, guarantee an unforgettable holiday experience when visiting the Garden Route in South Africa.

Knysna is one of the Garden Route´s best known travel destinations - situated between lush forests and the shores of the peaceful estuary.... It offers many activities and attractions to a wide variety of people.

In and around Knysna one will find a selection of fine restaurants, seafood taverns, pubs, coffee shops and eateries, to match your mood or budget. Thesen Island is home to the award winning bakery/restaurant "Ile de Pain" which is a must for great coffee and brunches. At dinner time try and head for "Firefly" but remember to book first. This unique off beat restaurant is tucked away and serves the most amazing asian food courtesy of a passionate South African chef. For the shopper, there are interesting shops tucked away around every corner, and authentic African traders.

Knysna is the ideal Garden Route base, offering visitors an unforgettable holiday, from the very adventurous holidaymakers, to those who prefer relaxing in the sun, strolling through the cool forests or taking scenic day drives. Knysna is a heaven for Golfers. Pezula and Simola are right on the doorstep and Fancourt is only 60kms away near George.

For more tourist information, go to Knysna Tourism