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| 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. |
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| 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. From Millwood, it was later moved to Knysna. |
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Knysna has many attractions in the surrounding area as well, one of the most spectacular being the Knysna Forest, which is still evident in many places within the town as well. It is the largest indigenous forest in South Africa comprising of tall and ancient trees of local and exotic species, including stinkwood, yellowwood, blackwood, ironwood, white alders and Cape chestnut. Not forgetting the ferns, creepers and wild flowers which add colour to this endless green collage. The forest is vast and extremely dense in places making it impenetrable. Animal life is limited to a few small antelope and a large variety of birds, such as the famous Knysna Loerie. Home to the once great herds of Knysna Elephants, it is believed that only one lonely cow remains today. |
| 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. |  |
Travel Info
Knysna is situated close to various airports which makes it easily accessible. |
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Knysna Tourism Bureau
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Last Update: 01/10/03
