ACTIVITIES IN KNYSNA
What is life but one great adventure?
Knysna and the surrounding areas offer a variety of activities and adventures to suit explorers of all ages and abilities. From mountain biking and trail running to kayaking and leisurely sunset cruises, Knysna is waiting to be explored and enjoyed. While it is possible to tailor your own outings, many professional operators make exploring the area easy and enjoyable. Please visit the following sites for more information, or ask Kevin or Betsie about their favourite adventures and outings.
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ACTION
- Skydive in Plettenberg Bay - Click to read more
- Paraglide in Sedgefield - Click to read more
- Kloofing, canyoning and abseiling in the Crags - Click to read more
- The highest bridge-bungee jump in the world at Bloukrans - Click to read more
- Treetop canopy tours at Tsitsikamma - Click to read more
- Blackwater tubing down the Storms River - Click to read more
- Meet great white sharks in Mossell Bay - Click to read more
- Charter a sailing boat or meet the whales in Knysna - Click to read more
ADVENTURE
- Ride horses - Click to read more
- Exercise your mind at the Plett Puzzle Park - Click to read more
- Explore the lagoon with Knysna Rib Adventures - Click to read more
- Explore Storms River on kayaks and lilos - Click to read more
- Get wet in Plett with Offshore Adventures - Click to read more
ANIMALS
- Birds of Eden - Click to read more
- Knysna Elephant Park - Click to read more
- Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary - Click to read more
- Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary - Click to read more
- Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary - Click to read more
- Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Centre - Click to read more
- Radical Raptors - Click to read more
BIKING/CYCLING
- The Motorcycle Room - Click to read more
- Garden Route Trail Park - Click to read more
- Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival Cycle Tour - Click to read more
- Knysna Bull 3Day MTB Trail - Click to read more
- Karoo to Coast MTB Race - Click to read more
- Dr Evil Classic MTB Stage Race - Click to read more
CULTURE
- Emzini Tours - Click to read more
- Wandu Tours - Click to read more
- Peggy’s African Art and Tours - Click to read more
HIKING
- Featherbed Nature Reserve - Click to read more
- Garden Route Walks - Click to read more
- Knysna Hike and Bike - Click to read more
- Robberg Peninsula Nature Reserve Plettenberg Bay - Click to read more
- Tsitsikamma National Park - Click to read more
- Storms River - Click to read more
LEISURE/LIFESTYLE
- Plett Wine Tours - Click to read more
- Simola Spa & Gym - Click to read more
- Wild Oats Community Farmers’ Market - Click to read more
- Harkerville Market - Click to read more
- Knysna Friday Market - Click to read more
- Boat cruises with The Featherbed Co - Click to read more
GOLF
- Pezula Championship Course - Click to read more
- Knysna Golf Club - Click to read more
- Simola’s Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course - Click to read more
- Fancourt’s The Links, Montague and Outeniqua courses - Click to read more
- George Golf Club - Click to read more
- Oubaai Golf Club - Click to read more
- Pinnacle Point Estate Golf Club - Click to read more
FESTIVALS
- Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival - Click to read more
- Sedgefield’s Slow Festival - Click to read more
- Pink Loerie Mardi Gras & Arts Festival - Click to read more
- Knysna Literary Festival - Click to read more
- Jaguar Simola Hill Climb - Click to read more
- The Knysna Arts Festival - Click to read more
- Knysna Timber Festival - Click to read more
- Leisure Isle Festival - Click to read more
- Garden Route Motor Club Classic & Sports Car Show - Click to read more