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. "People. beauty and mystery" is what comes to mind when describing Knysna. The town nestles between the impressive Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean, with the world-renowned forests encircling it like a protective mantle. The 21 ha estuary is protected from the sea by the monolithic sandstone "Heads" - silent sentinels down the centuries of the rich history of this unique part of "paradise of earth".
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. For the shopper, there are interesting shops tucked away around every corner, authentic African traders and for the person with a passion for history, well, Knysna will intrigue you...
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...town of scenic beauty, festivals, events, adventure & endangered species .... a town looking into the future!
Within its idyllic natural setting, the small picturesque town of Knysna emerges as a vibrant mini-metropolis, offering a kaleidoscope of unforgettable experiences. From leisurely relaxation to high energy adventure, from sporting activities to shopping, from cappuccino to haute cuisine, from the famous Knysna oyster or a taste of the locally brewed beer, Knysna reflects the finer things of life, a synthesis of discerning sophistication and nature´s abundance. Alive and pulsing, the buzz of international trends mixes with the beat of Africa and creates an unmistakable sense of real wonder not to be found anywhere else. From upmarket waterfront shops to grassroots community living, Knysna offers the best of South Africa's varied cultures.
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Knysna
40 Main Street
6570
Knysna,
PO Box 87,
South Africa