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This beautiful scenery is complimented by proud friendly locals, as well as superb shopping - whether you're looking for hippy chic or top international designs. Knysna is also full of restaurants serving everything from famous Knysna oysters to South African cuisine, sushi and fusion. Sidewalk coffee shops allow you to watch the bustling while enjoying your favourite refreshments, while several outdoor markets in and around the town provide an ideal opportunity to spend time with the locals. There are also numerous art galleries to visit, and one can even visit the Millwood House Museum, which houses material relating to the history of the town.
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| GOLFING |
Knysna boasts some of the most premier golf courses in the world, including Pezula Championship Course (www.pezula.com) and Simola Golf Estate (www.simolaestate.co.za). Knysna Golf Course is also situated just on the outskirts of the town (www.knysnagolfclub.com). George, Heralds Bay and Plett also provide numerous opportunities to bring out the clubs. |
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| KNYSNA FOREST WALKS |
Knysna has many attractions in the surrounding area as well, one of the most spectacular being the Knysna Forest. It is the largest indigenous forest in South Africa comprising of tall and ancient trees of local and exotic species. Knysna and it's surrounding areas boast forest walks and beach walks aplenty and it's a wonderful way to spend healthy time with family.
Knysna is well known for being an excellent mountain biking destination and there are many trails and tour operators that can assist in finding you the right one.
Visit www.visitknysna.co.za for more info on walking and biking trails |
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| ON THE WATER |
There are many beaches and swimming spots in Knysna, including Leisure Isle in the lagoon itself or, a little further afield, Buffalo Bay and Brenton. For those wanting a nice leisurely drive Sedgefield, Wilderness and Plett have their own beautiful beaches to conquer.
On the lagoon itself there are numerous opportunities to spend time in the water, whether it be swimming, kitesurfing or skiing. There are also many opportunities to spend time on top of the water, on either a paddle cruiser, a pleasure cruiser, a ferry or even a catamaran. These will take you on a cruise up to, and, sometimes even through, the Knysna Heads.
Go to www.featherbed.co.za for more information about the various cruise options or call them on +27 (0)44 382-1693
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| WILDLIFE |
If it's wildlife you're after there are many places to visit in the area
Monkeys
Monkeyland lies about 50km east of Knysna and is a free-roaming sanctuary with species ranging from Gibbons, Lemurs and Brown Howlers to smaller specimens like the intelligent Capuchin. Experience these monkeys as you would in the wild while walking on winding wooden walkways under a dense forest canopy.
Get more info at www.monkeyland.co.za or call 044 534 8906.
Elephants
The elephant park offers a rare and exciting opportunity to get close to these free range gentle giants. Go on elephant walks, scheduled tours, take an elephant-back safari or stay overnight. Visit www.knysnaelephantpark.co.za or phone 044 532 7732. Alternatively, try the Elephant Sanctuary where 6 resident elephants live in a natural indigenous forest setting. The Elephant Sanctuary offers guided walks, elephant rides and a brush-down programme. Visit www.elephantsanctuary.co.za or call 044 534 8145.
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