Garden Route

SCENIC SEASCAPES AND INDIGENOUS FORESTS

Garden Route Attractions

Explore the Garden Route and discover forests, beaches, wildlife sanctuaries and more.

Stretching between Mossel Bay in the Western Cape and theTsitsikamma National Park and Storms River in the Eastern Cape, the Garden Route is a popular and scenic stretch of the south-eastern coast of South Africa. This 300 km spellbinding stretch of memory-making shoreline is filled with tall indigenous forests, quaint villages, lakes and lagoons.

The Garden Route’s changing landscapes promise a wide range of leisure options, from treetop canopy tours in Tsitsikamma and bungee jumping in Plettenburg Bay to leisurely lagoon cruises in Knysna. The nearby Klein Karoo town of Oudtshoorn is set in a semi arid valley and is worth visiting to explore working ostrich farms and see the incredible geological formations of the Cango Caves.

A popular destination for families, couples, and foodies, the Garden Route guarantees an unforgettable holiday experience in South Africa.

Knysna is a quaint town and the most popular Garden Route destination. It hosts the famous Knysna Oyster Festival every winter . With the Knysna Heads standing sentinel over the peaceful lagoon, Knysna is a picturesque destination and an easy place to spend a few days.

Not to be missed is Plettenberg Bay, which is famous for its endless stretch of beaches and unique wildlife sanctuaries and the Tsitsikamma Forest (where, legend has it, rare forest elephants still roam). Head to Storms River Village for access to adventure activities, and St Francis Bay for watersports.

The Garden Route is also home to some of the best golf courses in South Africa, these being the three Gary Player designed courses of the Fancourt resort.

Top Experiences On The Garden Route

In Knysna, take a cruise around the Knysna Heads to the Featherbed Private Nature Reserve, walk with elephants at the Knysna Elephant Park, and dine on fresh oysters at the Knysna Waterfront.

Thrill seekers, jump the Bloukrans Bungee, hike the Otter trail from the Storm River mouth to Natures Valley, or go ziplining from platform to platform on a tree canopy tour in the Tsitsikamma forest.

The Cango Caves in Oudtshoorn is a series of caverns and chambers and is the most visited cave system in Africa. Marvel at the sights from the massive Botha’s Hall to the narrow Devil’s Chimney.

When To Travel To The Garden Route

With its temperate climate, the Garden Route is enjoyable any time of the year. Temperatures are highest between November and April, but as this is a coastal climate, it can rain at any time, especially during June and July.

Our Top Garden Route Tours

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