Knysna

The Garden Route has a Mediterranean Maritime climate, with moderately hot summers, and mild to chilly winters. It is one of the richest rainfall areas, most of which occurs in the winter months, brought by the humid sea-winds from the Indian ocean. Any time of the year is good for visiting the area, depending if you enjoy a peaceful retreat during the winter months, or a bustling holiday destination during the summer. The name Knysna is a Khoi word but it's uncertain as to its exact meaning. It could mean 'place of wood', or it could mean 'fern leaves', but its most probable meaning is straight down' - an obvious reference to the Heads. Knysna Heads must be the most striking geological features along the entire southern African coastline.

They flank a deep but potentially treacherous channel through which the sea pours in to flood the wide and breathtakingly pretty lagoon at the mouth of the Knysna River. Knysna is one of the Southern Cape coast's best known holiday destinations, situated between lush forests and the shores of the peaceful lagoon - it offers many activities and attractions of a wide variety. The most well known attraction being the heads - two great sandstone cliffs guarding the mouth of the lagoon which connects the estuary with the sea. A lookout has been erected on the Eastern Head, commanding spectacular views of the lagoon, Leisure Isle and Knysna. The Western Head is a privately owned nature Reserve - Featherbed Bay. The Knysna Lagoon is one of the few places along the coast and in the world that supports a oyster hatchery. And the Knysna oysters are reputedly among the tastiest in the world. Millwood House Museum in Queen Street houses material relating to the history of the town, and includes artifacts once owned by George Rex. It was built from yellowwood at the end of the previous century during the gold rush. Another historical attraction are the Millwood Gold Mines. Alluvial gold was found here in 1885, which caused a rush to the area. At Jubilee Creek, the exact spot where gold was found, provides a tranquil and beautiful picnic area, with many enjoyable forest walks in the area. Buffalo Bay is the closest beach to knysna, one of the safest for swimming along the coast and enjoyed by many holiday makers every year. It is very rocky in places, making it a great angling spot, there is also a small slipway available for small boats.

23 °C


Clouds, broken clouds


Wind3.45 m/s
Cloudiness66 %
Temperature (min/max)23/23 °C
Pressure1015 hpa
Humidity80 %
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  • The Lofts Conference Centre2012-12-13

    Located in Knysna, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

    The Lofts Conference CentreThe Lofts Conference Centre on Thesen Islands, Knysna, is the perfect location for your next conference or function, right on the edge of the lagoon, and offers the ideal breakaway for small corporate meetings. Our modern, state of the art venue is air-conditioned and provides a unique and dynamic setting for successful meetings, with the option of two layouts, and catering for up to 45 delegates. We have three different conference packages available to suit your requirements, and our highly competent staff are trained to deal with the arranging and management of your function, down to the smallest detail. Whatever you might require for your conference or function, you can rest assured that we will do our very best to ensure your conference is a success. The conference venue hire includes the use of 2 flip charts, a large non-electronic screen and refreshments. The Lofts Conference Centre is perfect for small or medium conferences, seminars and corporate workshops. READ MORE

  • Conrad Pezula2013-12-11

    Located in Knysna, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

    Conrad PezulaDiscover a haven of privacy and indulgence on the coastline of the Western Cape at Conrad Pezula. World class amenities and personalized service create experiences never to be forgotten in this great accommodation option in Knysna.READ MORE

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