TownKnysna
Serene forest- and lagoon-side town serving adventure, champagne, and oysters
The quaint town of Knysna with its shimmering lagoon, quirky shops, and delicious oysters might not be a secret anymore, but it remains one of the most picturesque highlights along South Africa’s Garden Route. Neatly tucked away about 5 hours outside of Cape Town, most visitors simply rush through rather quickly, while en route to the likes of Plett, Storms River Mouth, and the Addo National Park. However, it’s worth spending a couple of days here to really get acquainted with all this beautiful town has on offer.
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Knysna is a year-round travel destination, it rarely gets cold, temperatures are seldom lower than 16 degrees Celsius (not even in the “depth” of winter, in August). Whale watching season is from July to October; odd sightings are possible as early as April/May. If you visit during the summer time from December to February, book accommodation well in advance, it’s a busy time for this little town.
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Alkira Lodge
Hover above the clouds and beautiful Knysna scenery at this stunning lodge
From $177 /person
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Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel
A luxurious B&B located on the shores of the Knysna Lagoon
From $105 /person
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bWhale guest house
A guesthouse ideally located for outdoor adventurers, inspired by Garden Route’s whale-watching
From $55 /person
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Head Over Hills
Luxury boutique hotel overlooking the magnificent Indian Ocean
From $166 /person
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Kanonkop House
Escape to Knysna’s natural beauty with an award-winning stay at Kanonkop House
From $92 /person
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Pumula Lodge
'Pumula' in Zulu means 'rest', a true description of this unique stay
From $27 /person
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Teniqua Treetops
A secluded hideaway nestled amongst the branches of an ancient indigenous forest
From $41 /person
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The Greens Guest House
Stylish comfort near Knysna's attractions - On The Doorstep of Nature
From $72 /person
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The Leisure Collective
Leisure Island on Knysna's serene lagoon, where you can enjoy nature's beauty.
From $17 /person
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The Lofts Boutique Hotel
An architectural wonder found on the edge of the Knysna Lagoon
From $102 /person
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Nicole
Verified TravellerWith super short notice, they organised a trip that was just perfect. Loved everything about it! Will definitely recommend Viatu to all my friends!
Margherita
Verified TravellerWhat can I say? We've had an absolute blast traveling through Namibia. Soooo many good new memories! We booked our trip a bit last minute but had amazing support from Viatu to get all the information in time.
Anna
Verified TravellerOur Viatu experience was just amazing, starting with the first discussions and the planning of our trip to Namibia. The Viatu team did a great job planning the trip according to our wishes and preferences.
Stefano
Verified TravellerWe had the most wonderful experience with Viatu and the trip of a lifetime. My sister and I travelled for 3,5 weeks through Namibia and South Africa, and everything was perfectly planned and just amazing.
Valerie
Verified TravellerOur South Africa vacation managed by Viatu based on our request turned out perfect. All logistics and transfers worked seamlessly with local professional personnel.
Svein
Verified TravellerI spent one of my most exciting and beautiful holidays with Viatu in Namibia. From unforgettable game drives, lodges with stunning locations, delicious food and an adventurous cycling trip through the desert, we got the full package.
Manuel
Verified TravellerWe booked our 3.5-week honeymoon with Viatu, and it was simply wonderful! We had the most amazing time in South Africa and will book holidays with Viatu again!
Linda
Verified TravellerWe had an incredible journey with Viatu and many unforgettable memories in South Africa. The journey was tailor-made to our wishes and the communication with Alex really easy, friendly and helpful. All the information was accessible online at any time, nicely presented and structured in an overview.
Michèle
Verified TravellerI had a once in a lifetime trip with Viatu. It was extremely exciting, adventurous and diverse! As my first trip, I found it to be very enjoyable. Everything was totally planned out from A to Z.
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