Knysna

A beautiful spot along the Garden Route

Information about Knysna

A beautiful spot along the Garden Route! Knysna stands out thanks to the sandstone cliffs that dramatically separate the lagoon from the Indian Ocean. Above the town lies the country's largest indigenous forest. Be sure to have some oysters because that is what this tranquil town is best known for!

Interesting facts about Knysna

The name Knysna may have come from a Khoikhoi word meaning “fern”.

The Knysna Forest is the largest indigenous, or native, forest in South Africa.

Many elephants once lived in the Knysna Forest.

The Knysna seahorse is an endangered species and lives in the lagoon.

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Highlights in Knysna

Sunset Cruise

The town of Knynsa is best known for its oysters, so you must have a taste (or two). The best way to do is, is by going on a sundowner boat cruise on the Knynsa estuary. Relax, sit back and enjoy the surrounding scenery, the local skippers got you covered!