Popular places to visit
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.
Brenton Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Knysna Lagoon
Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.
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.
Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve
See some of the Western Cape’s wonderful wildlife in a coastal nature reserve that combines the flora and fauna of both the ocean and the land.
Things to do
Scenic Lagoon cruise with the Bella Vita Champagne Lounger
Knysna Lagoon: Boat Cruise with Oyster & White Wine Tasting
Paradise Hotel Deals
Roseroc Boutique Guest House
Kevin and Cornell were the perfect hosts. Room was great as was the bed. Each evening we came back to a glass of port and some fruit…lovely touch.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025
Hide Away Guest House
Staff were super nice place has great views very clean.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
THEBLOEM
Cannot rate this high enough, lovely staff, great rooms and awesome breakfast.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden
Room as well as the bathroom were spotless and smelled fresh. Small details made us feel welcome. Staff were well trained and very friendly. Breakfast on our balcony was priceless!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites
Best welcoming team ever. Champagne and strawberries, afternoon tea with cake and cookies, breakfast served in the room. Balcony with a wonderful view of the bay....
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025
Overmeer Guest House
Super friendly hosts. Great facilities. All round top notch.
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025
Other neighborhoods around 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
If you're spending some time in Knysna Central, Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.
Thesen Island
While visiting Thesen Island, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.
Belvidere
Travelers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Rexford
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rexford and surrounding area, you can visit Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle.
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