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Whale Watching Knysna - Close Encounter Experience Ocean Odyssey
Observing whales in their natural environment leaves a feel-good mark on the soul- Knysna the best places to do this! As Knysna’s only permitted close encounter operator, our team is passionate about showcasing our prolific marine life and our incredibly picturesque & scenic coastline. Every year, both the Southern Right and the Humpback whales leave their icy feeding grounds off Antarctica and migrate to mate and calve in the warmer waters of our Southern African coastline. Knysna is one of the best whale watching destinations in the country. Knysna is blessed with year-round sightings - large pods of Dolphins and regular sightings of Brydes whales. From June through to November/December Knysna’s you can sight our incredible migrating whales, as our waters teem with Southern right and humpback whales and they skirt our coastline while making their way to the tropics.
Knysna Oyster Tour
Our coastal town of Knysna and Oysters go together like champagne and caviar, sea and sky, summer breezes and cold beers ... if you're more than a little intrigued by oysters, then join us for the ultimate oyster experience on the spectacular Knysna Lagoon. Learn all there is to know about one of the world's most loved delicacy, taste the difference between wild and cultivated oysters, all whilst cruising the lagoon to the Heads and surrounds. Ask questions, take photo's, excite your taste buds - all on board our "Oyster Boat" with a small group of guests. The cruise includes complimentary local white wine and oysters for tasting. Extra oysters are available on pre-order to enjoy on the boat.
Knysna Day Sailing Cruise 1.5 hour
This is our shortest sailing cruise but you will still thrill at the wind in the sails and the beautiful scenery out through the Knysna Heads and along the spectacular coastline. If you love sailing, this experience offers you a little taste of everything. From the calm waters of the lagoon, through the magnificent Knysna Heads and out to the vast ocean, you and your family can enjoy many different aspects of a day at sea with our highly experienced crew. This rare opportunity to combine lagoon and sea sailing means you can feel the rush of the wind in the sails and perhaps even see dolphins and whales. All our trips are ocean going trips and are weather and sea conditions dependent. Only the skipper of the vessel can make a judgement call on these conditions which are determined on the day of the charter. Conditions are influenced by tide, wind direction & speed and sea swell, therefore going out through the Knysna Heads is never guaranteed.
The Original Knysna Township Tour
This is an experience that will chance your life and the way you think. It takes you inside the heart the township to experience the Life pf The Amaxhosa. Take a Tour and Touch a life. The original Knysna Township Tour that started 23 years ago to benefit the greater community and we support many foundations like the creche that do not get any support from the department and your participation is very needed and greatly appreciated.Together we make a change, promote education and provide support for our people in the Townships. Come Walk the streets, chat with the locals, visit the creche, cobbler, hairdresser and butcher with your local guide, see the Sangoma and visit inside a Real RDP house. ● Some venues may not be available on weekends or week ● You are welcome to support the school with supplies, clothes or food donations. 3 Tour options available. standard or lunch tour or homestay Adults 12 years + / Children 5 years -11years / Infant 0 - 4 Years Minimum 2 travellers per trip
Knysna Day Sail & Lunch Charter 2.5 Hour
If you enjoy sailing, this experience, followed by a delicious lunch, is the perfect way to bring a little luxury into your Knysna adventure. This activity also provides an ideal way to view the spectacular scenery and marine life of the world-renowned Garden Route coastline. The route takes you over the Knysna lagoon, through the impressive Knysna Heads and out into the true freedom of the open ocean. After a magnificent sail, we return to the calmer waters of the Knysna Estuary and serve a delicious feast of Mediterranean style cuisine. All our trips are ocean-going trips and are weather and sea conditions dependent. Only the skipper of the vessel can make a judgment call on these conditions which are determined on the day of the charter. Conditions are influenced by tide, wind direction & speed, and sea swell, therefore going out through the Knysna Heads is never guaranteed.
Stand Up Paddle Board Knysna Hire 1hr
Explore the waterways of Thesen Island and the Knysna Estuary with the world’s fastest growing watersport, Stand-Up Paddling. Stand-Up Paddling, or SUP for short, is easy, fun and guaranteed to keep you fit whilst enjoying the spectacular scenery of our waterways & lagoon. The calm waters of Thesen Island are ideal for beginners and the many inlets and coves are perfect for the more adventurous or experience paddlers. Eight top quality boards and paddles are available for rent by the hour.
Cruise & Sushi Combo on the Knysna Lagoon
We invite you to enjoy a whimsical and magical cruise on board our beautiful lagoon cruiser. Serendipity is a vintage & unique European Sloep boat. Enjoy a 1 hour charter towards the famous Knysna Heads and enjoy freshly made sushi
Knysna Private Cruise aboard Coquette
Your private cruise aboard Coquette is the perfect way to enjoy Knysna with up to 12 friends and family. The skipper is provided and drinks are available at The SandBar. Your private cruise embarks at our Quay on Thesen Harbour Town. The route takes you to the Knysna Heads on the Knysna Lagoon, the Knysna Waterfront and then back to Thesen Harbour Town. The cruise does not stop at these locations.
Knysna Private Day tour
Kynsna is one of the most beautiful, picturesque towns in South Africa. We will take a boat trip across the estuary where the tiny sea horses breed to the Heads. Lunch at any number of restaurants on the quayside. Meet and feed the Herd at the Elephant sanctuary. Having traveled South Africa extensively, I have followed my passion for this incredibly diverse country by offering personalized tours. I am a qualified tour guide with much experience and knowledge and love for my country. Let me take you on a tour to satisfy your curiosity for travel.
Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Knysna
Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here! We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Knysna, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well. We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back! So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!