A natural paradise of
lush indigenous forests, tranquil lakes and golden beaches adorns South Africa’s
unspoilt southern coast. Nestling on the banks of a shimmering lagoon in the heart of this
‘Garden Route’ is the picturesque town of Knysna.
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Beaches, lakes, mountains and rivers provide
endless opportunity for leisure and outdoor adventure. Within the town, craft shops,
flea-markets and cozy cafe’s beckon with small-town charm and hospitality.
Knysna is synonymous with fine indigenous
timbers, and famed for the craftsmanship of its furniture and timber products.
The area is a veritable Garden of Eden: home
to the only forest elephant in South Africa, the unique Knysna seahorse and the Pansy
shell, the brilliantly colored Knysna Loerie, a plethora of waterfowl and forest birds,
dolphins and visiting whales.
The indigenous forests
constitute the largest complex of closed-canopy forest in southern Africa, whilst the
remarkable richness of the Fynbos vegetation contributes over 8000 plant species to the
Cape floral kingdom.
Knysna enjoys a pleasant Mediterranean type climate with Summer from September to end of
April, warm sunny days prevail at an average temperature of 25°C . Winter is from May to
August with an avarage temperature of 18°C . Knysna has far less rainfall during winter
than Cape Town and the surrounding coastal area, with most of the rain falling at night
leaving the daylight hours warm and sunny. A temperate climate and a fine
selection of accommodation, restaurants and enjoyable activities make Knysna the perfect
holiday destination.
[ Click
here for a map of Knysna ]
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