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WILDERNESS GARDEN ROUTE QUAD BIKE FUN RIDE

WILDERNESS GARDEN ROUTE QUAD BIKE FUN RIDE

Activity duration is 45 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,897 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Knysna: Luxury Sunset Cruise with Captain's Barbeque

Knysna: Luxury Sunset Cruise with Captain's Barbeque

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥16,637 per adult
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History & culture

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Cape Town - Safari tour with Return Transport

Cape Town - Safari tour with Return Transport

Activity duration is 7 hours
Price is ￥57,044 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Knysna: Luxury Sunset Cruise with Captain's Barbeque

Knysna: Luxury Sunset Cruise with Captain's Barbeque

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥16,637 per adult
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What to do in Knysna

Discover the most popular places to visit in Knysna

Sunset at the waterfront in Knysna. The waterfront area is one of the best places to eat in Knysna, and our two favorite restaurants are Caffe Mario (Italian) and 34 South

Knysna Waterfront

4.5/5(25 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Knysna Waterfront during your visit to Knysna. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Knysna Waterfront
Knysna featuring mountains, landscape views and general coastal views

Knysna Lagoon

5/5(9 reviews)

Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.

Knysna Lagoon
Knysna Quays

Knysna Quays

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Shop for hours in sleek malls, dine with spectacular views and take a boat charter out onto a lagoon from one of the most scenic harbors on the Garden Route.

Knysna Quays
Great 9km beach walk to buffalo bay and back

Brenton Beach

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Brenton Beach
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Buffalo Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Buffalo Bay Beach during your trip to Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Buffalo Bay Beach
Knysna showing rugged coastline, landscape views and mist or fog

Eastern Head View Point

5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy spectacular views over the brilliantly blue Knysna Lagoon and the sheltering sandstone bluffs, and watch waves crash into the rocks at this cliff-top lookout.

Eastern Head View Point
Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

See some of the Western Cape’s wonderful wildlife in a coastal nature reserve that combines the flora and fauna of both the ocean and the land.

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve
Outeniqua Transport Museum which includes heritage elements and interior views

Outeniqua Transport Museum

Have fun with all the family browsing this museum’s impressive array of historic steam trains and vintage cars, along with photographs and other artifacts.

Outeniqua Transport Museum

Pezula Golf Club

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Knysna at Pezula Golf Club. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Pezula Golf Club

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Knysna

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Thesen Island

While visiting Thesen Island, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

Thesen Island
Knysna Quays

Waterfront

Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.

Waterfront
Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

If you're spending some time in Knysna Central, Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.

Knysna Central
Beautiful view from a beautiful guest house

Paradise

Paradise is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

Paradise
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Rexford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rexford and surrounding area, you can visit Knysna Golf Club and Eastern Head View Point.

Rexford
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Belvidere

Travelers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Belvidere

Popular day trips from Knysna

Outeniqua Transport Museum which includes interior views

Buffalo Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Knysna worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Knysna is explore Buffalo Bay Beach. Tick this major attraction off your itinerary, then discover more of this area's culture and fishing.
How do I spend a day in Knysna?
After you've checked off top attractions like Buffalo Bay Beach and Eastern Head View Point, spend some time exploring Knysna's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Knysna?
Buffalo Bay Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Knysna and should be high on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Knysna?
Three days in Knysna is more than enough to visit the city's major highlights. Many guests spend three days on average. Buffalo Bay Beach, Eastern Head View Point and Outeniqua Transport Museum are among the top-rated sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots like Plettenberg Bay.
Is Knysna a walkable city?
With vibrant neighborhoods and leading attractions within walking distance of the city center, Knysna is a good destination to explore on foot. Enjoy wandering between Drupkelders Hiking Trail and Knysna Quays. Then take a stroll around Paradise, located 2 kilometers from downtown, and Knysna Central, which is about 0.48 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Knysna with kids?
If you're searching for tours and attractions for all of your group, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Knysna with kids.

What to do in Knysna for adults?
From delicious food and cultural attractions to thrilling excursions and unique experiences, there are loads of interesting things to do in Knysna for adults.
Are there free things to do in Knysna?
From checking out parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Knysna. If you're looking for inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Buffalo Bay Beach is a top spot for anyone looking to save on their travel adventures.