Paradise Travel Guide
Knysna
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Popular places to visit
Knysna Waterfront
You can enjoy retail therapy at Knysna Waterfront during your trip to Knysna. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Knysna Quays
Shop for hours in sleek malls, dine with spectacular views and take a boat charter out onto a lagoon from one of the most scenic harbors on the Garden Route.
Knysna Lagoon
Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.
Brenton Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Buffalo Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Buffalo Bay Beach during your trip to Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Eastern Head View Point
Enjoy spectacular views over the brilliantly blue Knysna Lagoon and the sheltering sandstone bluffs, and watch waves crash into the rocks at this cliff-top lookout.
Things to do
Knysna: Downhill Forest Scootour Adventure
Tandem Paragliding Wilderness South Africa
Touw River Boat Cruise - Wilderness National Park
Top hotels in Paradise
Roseroc Boutique Guest House
"Beautiful spacious room with fabulous balcony view. Breakfasts were fabulous. Our host Kevin, was wonderfully gracious and attentive. He prooved to be a wonderful source of information with superb recommendations of things to do in the area. We had a glorious stay!"
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hide Away Guest House
"Gorgeous property! Great views of the lagoon. Beautiful room. The most comfortable bed in all of our 3 weeks of travel! Nice breakfast options. Walkable to restaurants."
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation
"Incredible views. Easy to find & wonderful stay"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden
"Fabulously friendly and helpful hosts. The room was comfortable and clean and the bed was very comfy too. A lovely balcony to sit at in the evening afforded us a great view out to the sea. Breakfast was well executed and staff were all friendly. The property is well located - just a short drive into ..."
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Lagoon Lodge
"The place is Okay for people on transit. The price was reasonable, especially that they do serve breakfast."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
"Everything about this place is excellent. Great location, fantastic views, staff that could not be more helpful. It really is paradise in Knysna"
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Where to stay in Paradise
Waterfront
Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.
Knysna Central
While visiting Knysna Central, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.
Rexford
While Rexford isn't home to many top sights, Knysna Golf Club and Eastern Head View Point are some notable places to visit nearby.
Thesen Island
If you're spending some time in Thesen Island, Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Belvidere
Travellers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
