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The beauty, elegance and activities of Knysna
Knysna is a historical town that is situated on the rugged coastlines of South Africa, on the shores of the Knysna Lagoon at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains. The town established in 1825 is alive with the buzz of friendliness and appreciation of natural beauty. Knysna being one of the most attractive destinations in South Africa and also one of the fastest growing towns explains why this town is such a popular destination. Knysna activities are in abundance and keep tourists and locals entertained and amused.
The numerous Knysna activities
The activities in Knysna cater for a wide range of tastes that the tourist might have from historical tours to wildlife and water adventures. All Knysna activities that are not situated in the immediate vicinity of Knysna are easily accessible.
- Sun and Sea Knysna activities
As Knysna is situated on the Knysna Lagoon it is a beautiful destination for visitors or tourists who have their own boat or who would like to hire a boat to explore the surrounding coastlines. Otherwise you could take a Ferry to the Knysna Heads, the most famed attraction in Knysna, or the Featherbed Nature Reserve. For those who are less faint-hearted there is shark cage diving at Mossel Bay or Blackwater Tubing at Stormsriver. - Adventure Knysna activities
Not for those who are afraid of heights; experience the beauty of Knysna from a bird's eye view as you para glide above the coast. If you prefer you could abseil down the Knysna Heads and surrounding cliffs and rock climb or go quad biking. The Tsitsikamma Forest offers the thrill of hanging from a cable and gliding over the wooded abundance. - Wildlife Knysna activities
If you love the mystery of wildlife and would like to experience it up close there are numerous Nature Reserves in and around Knysna to quench your wildlife thirst. Feeding of crocodiles and getting up close with leopards, ostriches and the inhabitants of Monkey Land. The Knysna Elephant Park and the Knysna seahorses in the Knysna Lagoon are also tourist 'hot spots'. - Tourist attractions
George offers you an opportunity to experience the history of the South African Railway at the Railway Museum and a trip from George to Knysna on the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe Train will result in a scenic route through the beautiful coastline. A visit to the Cango Caves in Outshoorn, the Post Office Tree or the Dias Caravel will give you an insight to the past. More over you could indulge in fresh oysters from the Lagoon and take a trip to the local brewery. - Outdoor Knysna activities
Knysna is home to numerous PGA registered golf-courses and is paradise for any golfer. If you are not a golfer there are biking, hiking and horse riding trails through the forest for you to indulge in.
Knysna festivals
Knysna is a diverse town that also hosts several festivals annually that forms part of the vast Knysna activities for tourists and locals alike.
- Oyster festival: Is held in early June and is one of the numerous outdoor Knysna activities for the whole family to enjoy.
- Forest Festivals: hosted during March/April and provides a light hearted way to be patriotic to the town, celebrating the past and future as well as a platform to fight for saving the forests surrounding Knysna.
- Whale watching: this is one of the most pleasant Knysna activities, from June to December the whales start to inhabit the Knysna coastline and start the birthing process of their calves.
- Flower Season: with the arrival of Spring Knysna comes alive with an abundance of Fynbos revealing the true beauty of the town.
- Nederburg Knysna Arts Experience: with the arrival of the Fynbos also comes the arrival from artists from all over South Africa and the world. Knysna activities in the month of September include theater performances, readings, music dance and art exhibitions.
If you are now convince that there is one of the Knysna activities you would like to participate in, contact Knysna Quays to get the best accommodation and piece of mind for the duration of your stay.
Email: info@knysna.ws
