Breathtaking views; en-suite rooms with TV and large balconies; spa; pool. Tel +27 (0)44 3840949. eMail

Lux. Rooms; spectacular views of the Knysna-Lagoon; big 300m2 deck; pool; near golf course. Tel 0027 (0) 44 382 0414. eMail

Luxury timber log chalets on the lagoon; self-catering or B&B; TV; sundeck; private beach. Tel +27 (0)44 3840745. eMail

Old Drift Forest Lodges
Superb escape for a honeymoon or the nature loving family. Six superbly appointed self-catering lodges situated on 120 acres of bush and forest. A unique and secluded location overlooking the Knysna River, close to town, but off the beaten track. Pricing Details. Rates R150 to R275 per person per night sharing. Minimum stay two nights. Postal Address: PO Box 461, Knynsa 6570, South Africa, Tel/Fax ++27 (0)44 3821994, Email olddrift@mweb.co.za

Belvidere Manor
Cottage accommodation with breathtaking views and the gracious ambience of a historic Belvidere house. 30 rooms with TV and telephone. Big garden and pool. Address: Duthie Drive, Belvidere Estate, Knysna, 6570, South Africa, Tel: +27 44 387 1055, Fax: +27 44 387 1059, Email: manager@belvidere.co.za

Yellowwood Lodge
Exclusive Olde Worlde Victorian style accommodation in the heart of Knysna. A delicious English or full buffet breakfast is served in an atmosphere of original Yellowwood charm in the grand dining room with its breathtaking chandeliers. Sparkling swimming pool and lush, landscaped gardens. Address: Yellowwood Lodge, 18 Handel Street, P.O. Box 2020, Knysna 6570, South Africa, Tel 044-382 5906, Fax 044-382 4230,
email: yellwood@global.co.za

Cosy B&B with seaviews; en-suite rooms or self-catering units; lounge; bar; parking. Tel 0027 (0)44 3433183. eMail

Knysna
Garden Route

General
Knysna is a holiday paradise, with many attractions, good food, outdoor activities, accommodation offers and shopping opportunities. The Tourist Information office can be found in Main Street, right opposite of McDonalds. Tel (044) 3825510.

Attractions
Drive to the Knysna Heads first, a pair of prominent sandstone cliffs that flank the channel through which the sea pours into Knysna's lagoon. A walkway leads to the end of the head, offering breathtaking views of the stormy sea channel and the opposite shore. Several caves lie along this path. A restaurant and coffee shop are conveniently situated to provide good food and refreshments to visitors. A viewsite on top of the eastern Head offers spectacular views over Knysna, the lagoon, the sea and the channel between the Heads. The western Head is largely undeveloped and encompasses the 150 ha private Featherbed Nature Reserve. Ferry trips departing from Knysna Waterfront and guided trails to the reserve are available. Knysna Ferries also offer a round trip to the Heads and the waterfront, lasting 11 D2 hours, as well as sundowner cruises from 17h30 - 19h00 (summer). A full bar, fresh Knysna oysters and a light meal are also available. Ferries depart from Thesen's Jetty. For reservations and enquiries tel. (044) 3825520.

The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe is South Africa's last scheduled daily steam train service. It operates between George and Knysna twice daily, excepting Sundays and certain public holidays. Tel. (044) 3821361.

There's a lot of history entrenched in Knysna. The Old Goldmine at Millwood, tells of a time when the destruction of the Knysna forest started in earnest (Millwood Mine Walk, 5.6 km). Because the mine did not yield so much gold, the miners started killing elephants en masse. They sold the ivory and left the carcasses to rot in the forest. They also started felling indigenous trees to supplement their income.

If you want to see elephants in Knysna today, visit the Knysna Elephant Park. You will learn about the sad and mystical story of the Knysna Elephants - the world's Southernmost elephants. The park offers an exciting opportunity to get close to these gentle giants, who live in a controlled, free range environment Tel (044) 5327732.

Restaurant-Tip
One of the best restaurants in Knysna and surrounds is La Lourie, 57 Main Street. Tel (044) 3821616. The restaurant ist small, cosy and very popular. Excellent seafood, paellas but many other options. Book well in advance!

At freshwater lake; exquisite suites; aircon; best cuisine; wellness centre; pool. Tel +27 (0)44 3492400. eMail

Zauberberg Cottage
B+B with magnificent view onto the Knysna Lagoon. En-suite rooms; TV; health breakfast. Tel +27 (0)44 3825357. eMail

African style rondavels close to lagoon; tranquil garden; pool; bar; dinner on request. Tel +27 (0)44 382 2840. eMail

Breathtaking lagoon and mountain views; en-suite suites; aircon and TV; pool; tours. Tel +27 (0)44 3824767. eMail

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Knysna Garden Route

Knysna
Garden Route