Tag: Knysna
Facts About Knysna You Probably Didn’t Know
As far as old towns go, Knysna is most certainly not the oldest, but there are a few facts about the history of our town that we are sure you don’t know. After doing some digging and reading up about how the jewel of the Garden Route came to be, we’ve uncovered some interesting facts […]
Where To Eat In Knysna
Where To Eat In Knysna Knysna is a true feast for the eyes in every sense, and we all know that a wonderful holiday focuses heavily on delicious dishes that leave you wanting more. So If you are making your way to our seaside town with the intention of treating your tastebuds to the best […]
Festive season events in Knysna
The festive season is officially here which means it’s time to turn on your ‘out-of-office’, gather your family and friends and enjoy some time relaxing, and reconnecting under the South African sun. From food and gift markets, to instrumental concerts on river banks, summer festivals, sunrise dance sessions, concerts, and even a rubber ducky race, […]
Best takeaway spots in Knysna
Located in the heart of the Garden Route, with a sizable local population that swells severalfold in the summer holiday season, Knysna is awash with great dining options. From freshly caught seafood to lagoonside restaurants, quaint coffee shops with views, and even options to dine onboard a boat on the water, foodies and families are […]
Boating on the Knysna lagoon
One of Knysna’s biggest attractions is its beautiful lagoon, so called by the locals even though the correct word for a body of water open to the ocean and rivers is an estuary. The lagoon draws tourists to the area to enjoy a range of leisure activities and exceptional boating opportunities. Whether you visit the […]
Your summer holiday on Knysna’s Leisure Isle
Beautiful Knysna Villas is excited to offer families a Summer Holiday on beautiful Leisure Island – sunshine, beaches, watersports, fishing, boating, cyclepaths, walking routes, lawn bowls, tennis, picnics, local coffee shops! This is the island home for Sam and her family (owners of Beautiful Knysna Villas) and their various friends who own these homes and […]
Flowers of the fynbos in the Garden Route
Spring has arrived in South Africa with a bang and the flowers are out in abundance. While South Africa’s West Coast is no doubt the place to go for magnificent flower sightings at this time of the year, the Garden Route also has many a floral wonder to share. Just the drive up to Knysna […]
Museums in Knysna
The coastal town of Knysna on South Africa’s Garden Route has a fascinating past, with woodcutters, mariners, fishermen, adventurers, and even ancient nomads, making their home amongst the forests and fynbos and alongside the magnificent lagoon. Some of this rich history can be explored in the many museums available to visitors. Here are just a […]
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 […]