Alkira Lodge Weddings – Reviews
Are you looking for a luxurious, intimate location to celebrate your wedding in the Garden Route? Look no further than Alkira Lodge. Spectacularly situated, the Alkira conservancy and the lodge itself offer breathtaking views and various spaces in which you can tailor your special day. This incredibly private space is also secluded on a vast […]
Understanding the towns surrounding Knysna
Knysna is the beloved ‘Best Dorpie’ of South Africans (KFM’s Best of the Cape Awards 2021), and is listed by international travelers as the 19th Most Loved Destination Around the World (2021 Tourism Sentiment Index)! It is easy to see why Knysna has won the hearts of South Africans and international travellers: “With its incredible […]
Knysna Oyster Festival – the week that was
This year’s Knysna Oyster Festival was a bumper event, taking place over ten days with a rich and varied programme appealing to wine lovers, foodies, holidaymakers, sports lovers, and adventure seekers. Join us as we take a look back at the event that was and start dreaming about the next one: Activities for the entire […]
Tips for a self-catering holiday to the Garden Route
Here at Beautiful Knysna Villas, we have a selection of gorgeous lagoon-facing villas, beautiful modern apartments, and quaint rustic cottages, ideal for a private getaway with friends or family to Knysna. While of course, it’s always possible to tailor-make your stay and include housekeeping, catering, babysitting, a private chef, and planned activities in your stay, […]
What to look for in a honeymoon hotel
A romantic honeymoon after your wedding is something every newly married looks forward to. There is no better way to start your marriage together than by going away with your spouse and spending time together in an amazing location far from “normal life”. In addition, most of us would be willing to pay a little […]
What to do on a wellness retreat
If you are looking for a tranquil setting, restful endless views, space for exercise or relaxation, delicious nourishing food, and endless comfort then, Knysna, and Alkira Lodge, in particular, offers the ideal location for a wellness retreat. You can rest and rejuvenate in a beautiful setting while gathering new life tools, reinforcing positive practices, and […]
Where to stay in Knysna for your honeymoon
The Garden Route and Knysna is a favourite honeymoon destination for locals and international newlyweds alike. Enjoy long beaches perfect for sunset walks and choose from many romantic experiences including lagoon sailing cruises, gentle hikes, quiet picnics, stand-up paddleboarding, or kayaking, to recuperate following an often demanding and busy wedding schedule. With so many accommodation […]
Planning a winter wedding in South Africa
While most people opt to have their wedding in summer when they can spend time outdoors, enjoying the African sun, there is something uniquely special about a winter wedding in South Africa. Winter weddings can be oh-so-glamorous, hopelessly romantic, and surprisingly affordable. Here are some of our top tips for planning a winter wedding: Look […]
Why plan your wedding in the Garden Route
Your wedding day is one of the best days of your life and the experience of planning this special day should be just as magical. Having a small wedding in the Garden Route is one of the best ways to celebrate your marriage, with stunning views, intimate spaces, and special memories. Here are some of […]
Why Alkira is the perfect venue for your next function
Views, privacy, exceptional architecture, and thoughtful design, Alkira Lodge on South Africa’s Garden Route is the ideal venue for your next function. Whether that’s a big birthday bash, an intimate getaway with the girls, or your dream wedding, Alkira Lodge will make any event one to remember. Accommodation for all Exclusive use of Alkira Lodge […]