General Information about Knysna:

Knysna is a vibrant town in the heart of the Gardenroute and Gardenroute Nationalpark situated at the banks of the Knysna Lagoon and 18 square kilometer estuary between the Indian Ocean and the Outeniqua Mountains.
Due to this ideal location it ranks within the top 100 holiday destinations and one of the most beautiful coastal towns in the world. It has its own Waterfront with Marina and Yacht Club and many nice restaurants and shops.
The area offers beautiful unspoiled surroundings, wild pristine sand beaches, world class golf courses, hiking trails in the indigenous forest, coastal trails, nature reserves, mountain biking, water sports, boat trips, canoe tours, wildlife parks and much more.

Data and Facts about Knysna:

The Mediterranean climate makes Knysna an ideal holiday destination throughout the year.
The temperatures during the days are about:

• 27 degree Celsius in summer (December till February) and
• 15 degree Celsius in winter (June till August)

Getting to Knysna:

By Air:

George - 65km; domestic airport, daily scheduled and non-scheduled flights
Port Elizabeth - 280 km; domestic airport, daily scheduled and non-scheduled flights
Cape Town - 500 km; international and domestic airport, daily scheduled and non-scheduled flights

By Road:

Knysna is on the N2 between Cape Town (500 km) and Port Elizabeth (280 km)

By Bus:

Intercity Coach Companies offer daily services to the Garden Route and Knysna from all major cities in South Africa.
Group and Individual tours can be booked through private tour operators.