Albert & Charlene’s guidebook to a stress free stay at Kloof Gardens
Sightseeing
Knysna Elephant Park
Once in a life time opportunity to interact with elaphants.
Birds of Eden is the world's largest free flight aviary and bird sanctuary, located in Kurland village near Plettenberg Bay in the Western Cape, South Africa. The mesh dome of the sanctuary was built over 2.3 hectares of indigenous forest, and is up to 55 metres above ground level. 1.2 kilometres of walkways, about 75% of which are elevated, let visitors see the birds at all levels of the aviary.
131 locals recommend
Birds of Eden
Birds of Eden is the world's largest free flight aviary and bird sanctuary, located in Kurland village near Plettenberg Bay in the Western Cape, South Africa. The mesh dome of the sanctuary was built over 2.3 hectares of indigenous forest, and is up to 55 metres above ground level. 1.2 kilometres of walkways, about 75% of which are elevated, let visitors see the birds at all levels of the aviary.
Monkeyland is a roaming multi species primate sanctuary, located in The Crags near Plettenberg Bay in Western Cape, South Africa. The sanctuary comprises over 12 hectares of indigenous forest, with a protected greenbelt of 4 hectares.
176 locals recommend
Monkeyland and Birds of Eden
Monkeyland is a roaming multi species primate sanctuary, located in The Crags near Plettenberg Bay in Western Cape, South Africa. The sanctuary comprises over 12 hectares of indigenous forest, with a protected greenbelt of 4 hectares.
The Highgate Ostrich Show Farm is an ostrich farm located 10 kilometres south of Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape, South Africa. This large farm specializes in the breeding of ostriches and is open to visitors providing specialized information about the various stages of the birds development, provided with the opportunity to visit young offspring and an ostrich pen. Whilst it mainly focuses on the development of the ostrich, tourism is an important source of income and keeps the farm running
18 locals recommend
Highgate Ostrich Show Farm
R328The Highgate Ostrich Show Farm is an ostrich farm located 10 kilometres south of Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape, South Africa. This large farm specializes in the breeding of ostriches and is open to visitors providing specialized information about the various stages of the birds development, provided with the opportunity to visit young offspring and an ostrich pen. Whilst it mainly focuses on the development of the ostrich, tourism is an important source of income and keeps the farm running
Hiking routes for enthusiastic hikers, within a stunning nature reserve.
327 locals recommend
Robberg Nature Reserve
Hiking routes for enthusiastic hikers, within a stunning nature reserve.
Petrol head's would love this event, the beauty of the golf estate it self, racing cars and the stunts performed on this event are crazy. Everything is available and easily accessible, toilets and food stalls, I would advise people to arrive a little bit early to get best parking spot and to seat. https://www.speedfestival.co.za
Knysna Simola Hillclimb
Petrol head's would love this event, the beauty of the golf estate it self, racing cars and the stunts performed on this event are crazy. Everything is available and easily accessible, toilets and food stalls, I would advise people to arrive a little bit early to get best parking spot and to seat. https://www.speedfestival.co.za
Shark Cage Diving
THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIMEIf you would like to come just that little bit closer, to experience the Great White Shark in its natural environment above or under water or perhaps just learn a bit more about them. You have come to the right place.
42 locals recommend
White Shark Africa
7 Church StShark Cage Diving
THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIMEIf you would like to come just that little bit closer, to experience the Great White Shark in its natural environment above or under water or perhaps just learn a bit more about them. You have come to the right place.
YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
KNYSNA ZIPLINES
MULTIPLE ZIPLINES WITH AMAZING VIEWS
https://knysnaziplines.co.za
15 locals recommend
Knysna Ziplines
YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
KNYSNA ZIPLINES
MULTIPLE ZIPLINES WITH AMAZING VIEWS
https://knysnaziplines.co.za
Enjoy an exhilarating downhill descent on the Monster Mountain® Scooters. Scootours® is not an extreme activity but a unique and family friendly way to experience nature and the surroundings of your holiday destination. Scootours make use of non motorised Monster Mountain® Scooters, making this an eco friendly adventure. These Swiss designed scooters are used in the Alps during their summer season on the ski slopes when the snow has melted.
11 locals recommend
Scootours Knysna
23 Sawtooth LaneEnjoy an exhilarating downhill descent on the Monster Mountain® Scooters. Scootours® is not an extreme activity but a unique and family friendly way to experience nature and the surroundings of your holiday destination. Scootours make use of non motorised Monster Mountain® Scooters, making this an eco friendly adventure. These Swiss designed scooters are used in the Alps during their summer season on the ski slopes when the snow has melted.
Food scene
Unique wine blends. Great food and wine combination.
15 locals recommend
Karusa Premium Wines & Craft Brewery
Unique wine blends. Great food and wine combination.
An exciting and sugnificant landmark in the heart in the heart of South Africa's Garden Route. This this multiple award-winning WILD OATS Community Farmers' Market is located on the outskirts of the tiny coastal town of Sedgefield, adjacent to the beautiful Swartvlei lake-lagoon.
Opens every Saturday morning throughout the year (from 7:30-12 noon summer; 8:00-12 noon winter) COME RAIN OR SHINE!
185 locals recommend
Wild Oats Community Farmers Market
N2An exciting and sugnificant landmark in the heart in the heart of South Africa's Garden Route. This this multiple award-winning WILD OATS Community Farmers' Market is located on the outskirts of the tiny coastal town of Sedgefield, adjacent to the beautiful Swartvlei lake-lagoon.
Opens every Saturday morning throughout the year (from 7:30-12 noon summer; 8:00-12 noon winter) COME RAIN OR SHINE!
A local favorite, the Knysna Friday Market is a weekly supper market held in Knysna. The market focuses on food and drinks, with local chefs whipping up a variety of culinary masterpieces for an evening meal, from pizzas and pancakes, to Thai food! Look forward to live entertainment, bonfires, kids’ activities, a jumping castle, bar, arts and crafts, and body paint artists.
Come grab a bench, a bottle of something to cool the thirst and enjoy the local vibe.
27 locals recommend
The Friday Market
Welbedacht LaneA local favorite, the Knysna Friday Market is a weekly supper market held in Knysna. The market focuses on food and drinks, with local chefs whipping up a variety of culinary masterpieces for an evening meal, from pizzas and pancakes, to Thai food! Look forward to live entertainment, bonfires, kids’ activities, a jumping castle, bar, arts and crafts, and body paint artists.
Come grab a bench, a bottle of something to cool the thirst and enjoy the local vibe.
Kid and adult friendly. Beer tasting, delicious food, the freshest strawberries, with an incredible maze - makes for an enjoyable outing.
117 locals recommend
Redberry Farm
Kid and adult friendly. Beer tasting, delicious food, the freshest strawberries, with an incredible maze - makes for an enjoyable outing.
Great family , or even solo, outing where great food, arts and crafts can be enjoyed.
86 locals recommend
Harkerville Saturday Market
Great family , or even solo, outing where great food, arts and crafts can be enjoyed.
Tapas & Oysters
31 Safron LaneFlo & Co. Knysna
Sawtooth LaneGreat laid back dining
Neighborhoods
The Heads
1 View PointThesen Island
Leisure Island
Scenic beach day outing venue
Simola Golf & Country Estate
Oldcate RoadGolfers and spa paradise.
City/town information
Sedgefield is a lovely seaside village that is entirely surrounded by lakes and sand dunes covered in fynbos. It lies in the heart of what is known as South Africa’s Lakes District and is well known for its pristine beaches, water sports and paragliding. Sedgefield is located between Knysna and George along the beautiful Garden Route.
48 locals recommend
Sedgefield
Sedgefield is a lovely seaside village that is entirely surrounded by lakes and sand dunes covered in fynbos. It lies in the heart of what is known as South Africa’s Lakes District and is well known for its pristine beaches, water sports and paragliding. Sedgefield is located between Knysna and George along the beautiful Garden Route.
Plettenberg Bay is a seaside town on the Garden Route in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. The sandy Central Beach and Lookout Beach both have surf breaks. To the south, Robberg Nature Reserve is a rocky peninsula with trails and the Stone Age Nelson Bay Caves. Northeast are Birds of Eden, a free-flight bird sanctuary in indigenous forest, and an elephant sanctuary. Whales come near the coast in migration season.
107 locals recommend
Plettenberg Bay
1 Crescent StreetPlettenberg Bay is a seaside town on the Garden Route in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. The sandy Central Beach and Lookout Beach both have surf breaks. To the south, Robberg Nature Reserve is a rocky peninsula with trails and the Stone Age Nelson Bay Caves. Northeast are Birds of Eden, a free-flight bird sanctuary in indigenous forest, and an elephant sanctuary. Whales come near the coast in migration season.
Wilderness is a town in South Africa’s Western Cape Province, on a coastal stretch known as the Garden Route. It’s home to wide beaches and trails. The Map of Africa, a hilltop lookout point, has views of the Indian Ocean, the Outeniqua Mountains and the Kaaimans River. Nearby Wilderness Natural Park, part of the sprawling Garden Route National Park, is a habitat for wildlife including leopards, monkeys and eagles.
86 locals recommend
Wilderness
Wilderness is a town in South Africa’s Western Cape Province, on a coastal stretch known as the Garden Route. It’s home to wide beaches and trails. The Map of Africa, a hilltop lookout point, has views of the Indian Ocean, the Outeniqua Mountains and the Kaaimans River. Nearby Wilderness Natural Park, part of the sprawling Garden Route National Park, is a habitat for wildlife including leopards, monkeys and eagles.
George is a city in South Africa’s Western Cape, on a coastal stretch known as the Garden Route. It’s known for its golf courses and the George Museum, which has exhibits on the local timber industry. The Outeniqua Transport Museum has steam trains and vintage cars. The Garden Route Botanical Garden features trails and local fynbos plants. The Seven Passes road to Knysna town winds through the Outeniqua Mountains.
40 locals recommend
George
George is a city in South Africa’s Western Cape, on a coastal stretch known as the Garden Route. It’s known for its golf courses and the George Museum, which has exhibits on the local timber industry. The Outeniqua Transport Museum has steam trains and vintage cars. The Garden Route Botanical Garden features trails and local fynbos plants. The Seven Passes road to Knysna town winds through the Outeniqua Mountains.
Mossel Bay is a harbour town on the Garden Route in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. It’s known for the wide Santos Beach and the 19th-century Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse, which offers bay views. The Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex includes the Maritime Museum, the Shell Museum and botanical gardens. The Post Office Tree, a milkwood tree in the complex, has been used as a mail collection point since the 1500s
58 locals recommend
Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay is a harbour town on the Garden Route in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. It’s known for the wide Santos Beach and the 19th-century Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse, which offers bay views. The Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex includes the Maritime Museum, the Shell Museum and botanical gardens. The Post Office Tree, a milkwood tree in the complex, has been used as a mail collection point since the 1500s
Oudtshoorn is a town in the Klein Karoo area of South Africa’s Western Cape. It’s known for its ostrich farms and rests along the Route 62 wine route. The central C.P. Nel Museum traces the ostrich-feather boom era and houses a working synagogue. The nearby Cango Wildlife Ranch is a conservation park offering animal petting. To the north, the Cango Caves are a 20-million-year-old network of limestone chambers.
35 locals recommend
Oudtshoorn
Oudtshoorn is a town in the Klein Karoo area of South Africa’s Western Cape. It’s known for its ostrich farms and rests along the Route 62 wine route. The central C.P. Nel Museum traces the ostrich-feather boom era and houses a working synagogue. The nearby Cango Wildlife Ranch is a conservation park offering animal petting. To the north, the Cango Caves are a 20-million-year-old network of limestone chambers.