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Things to Do in Knysna in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated July 2025) | Trip.com
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Things to do in Knysna
What to Do
Looking for things to do in Knysna? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Knysna River
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"Natural scenery"
Knysna Oyster Festival
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"Festivals"
MV John Benn Cruise
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Knysna Heads
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5.0
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"Natural scenery"
The Garden Route
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4.8
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24 Reviews
"Hiking"
"Mountain climbing"
Buffalo Bay Beach
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Knysna Lagoon
2.9
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"Natural scenery"
East Head View Point
2.8
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Goukamma Nature Reserve
2.8
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Pezula Championship Golf Club & Championship Course
2.8
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Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Knysna, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Protea Hotel Knysna Quays
4.1
/5
46 Reviews
Under Milkwood Resort
4.6
/5
44 Reviews
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
4.5
/5
53 Reviews
Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
4.5
/5
49 Reviews
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
4.0
/5
37 Reviews
The Mount Knysna
4.6
/5
16 Reviews
Aha the Rex Hotel
4.1
/5
40 Reviews
St. James of Knysna
4.7
/5
60 Reviews
Pezula Nature Retreat
4.4
/5
53 Reviews
One on Bollard
4.9
/5
44 Reviews
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
4.1
/5
19 Reviews
TwoAngels
4.7
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17 Reviews
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Knysna dishes and foodie spots.
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Bloo Bistro World cafe
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Bow Tie Asian Restaurant
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Chatters Bistro
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3 Reviews
Avg. AUD17/person
"Western-style"
Cruise Café
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Avg. AUD24/person
"Seafood"
34 Degrees South
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1 Reviews
Avg. AUD22/person
"Japanese"
Tapas & Oysters
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Avg. AUD10/person
"Bars/Bistros"
Sirocco
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Avg. AUD28/person
"Western-style"
East Head Café Knysna
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5 Reviews
Avg. AUD13/person
"African Cuisine"
Indigo Deli
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"Snacks"
Zachary's Restaurant
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Croft Courtyard Garden Cafe
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"Coffee Shops"
Freshline Fisheries
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"Seafood"
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Escape to the Beach
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40 Reviews
Rosenhof Boutique Hotel
9.5
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46 Reviews
Gondwana Game Reserve
9.1
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66 Reviews
Samara Karoo Reserve
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40 Reviews
De Kloof Heritage Estate Hotel and Wellness
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40 Reviews
Hitgeheim Country Lodge
9.2
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49 Reviews
Zwartberg View Mountain Lodge
9.7
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41 Reviews
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Sky Villa Boutique Hotel by Raw Africa Collection
9.2
/5
54 Reviews
The Plettenberg Hotel
9.4
/5
67 Reviews
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
9.2
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54 Reviews
Cinnamon Boutique Guest House
9.4
/5
43 Reviews
Fancourt Hotel
9.4
/5
48 Reviews
Sonas Boutique Guest House
8.4
/5
9 Reviews
Intle Boutique Hotel
9.5
/5
35 Reviews
Drostdy Hotel
9.1
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46 Reviews
Nova Boutique Hotel, Spa and Conference Venue
9.5
/5
19 Reviews
The Boardwalk Hotel
8.4
/5
42 Reviews
No5 Boutique Art Hotel by Mantis
9.0
/5
40 Reviews
Woodall Country House and Spa
9.7
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40 Reviews
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Lairds Lodge Country Estate
9.5
/5
41 Reviews
Mr & MRS Smith the Old Rectory
9.5
/5
45 Reviews
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
9.2
/5
22 Reviews
Misty Mountain Reserve
8.8
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41 Reviews
The Windermere by Mantis
8.4
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9 Reviews
Courtyard Hotel Gqeberha
8.2
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69 Reviews
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Natural scenery
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Cycling
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Popular Attractions in Knysna
Southern Yachting Academy
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Knysna Heads
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Garden Route Trail Park
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Pledge Nature Reserve
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Simply Feathers
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Beauty Crush
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Drupkelders Hiking Trail
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Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail
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Cola Beach
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Petrus-se-Brand Mountain Bike Trail
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Knysna Timber Route
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The Water Club Thesen Island
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Liquid Grace Adventures
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Cruise Café
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Chatters Bistro
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Bloo Bistro World cafe
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Sirocco
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34 Degrees South
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Zachary's Restaurant
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East Head Café Knysna
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Bow Tie Asian Restaurant
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Indigo Deli
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Croft Courtyard Garden Cafe
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Falcon Creek Spur Steak Ranch
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Blackwaters River Lodge
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DRYDOCK FOOD CO
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Freshline Fisheries
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Bodega Cafe
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The Bell Tavern
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MUSE Fusion Food
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Shepherds Tree Coffee Shop
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Lunar Cafe Knysna
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Lake Pleasant Garden Bistro
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trattoria da vinci
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The Red Barn
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Riverdeck
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Cafe Z
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Tuccatu Restaurant
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