Knysna Heads
Knysna Heads
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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- Bea V2 contributionsKnysna Self Catering AccommodationWe stayed at the Knysna Self Catering Accommodation venue of Tercia. What an amazing host and stay. It was a weekend to remember. We had our own firewood bath, braai and beautiful views. We will definitely go back there with our friends next time.Visited February 2024Written 3 March 2024
- Tita ElvieCanada102 contributionsDon't miss the views!A beautiful walk to see the serene beauty of Knysna. There's great security at the parking lot too. Video cameras and parking attendant. Make sure to give the parking attendant a tip :)Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 March 2024
- Nadine BellJohannesburg, South Africa39 contributionsA Must See when in KnysnaThe views are truly magnificent. We've been going for years to Knysna and go up to the viewpoint every time. The wild ocean on the one side and the calm waters on the other side. It's a must see when you're visiting Knysna.Visited March 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 25 July 2024
- D DSamarate, Italy8,582 contributionsRemarkable panoramaFrom the highway, turn onto George Rex drive and follow it all the way. From here, a short walk will take you to the two panoramic pitches that look one towards the bay and the village, the other towards the sea entrance and the ocean. Beautiful both and very suggestive at sunrise and sunset.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 14 September 2024
- Hans-Jürgen SGotha, Germany35 contributionsAn exciting view into the dangerous lagoon entranceVisiting Knysna and the Heads at the entrance of the lagoon was part of our Gardenrout tour. We drove to the "Rocks" and from the viewing platform shapes on the EAST HEAD we looked into the abyss of the about 200 m wide lagoon entrance. When we were there it was just low tide. Some skippers claim that this is one of the most dangerous harbour entrances in the world. Many ships sank before the heads, as the current here is very unpredictable. When you look into the depths like this and see the surf, this is quite conceivable. It is a very impressive place and worth seeing. The path between the individual viewpoints is well developed but only partially suitable for wheelchair users due to the many steps.Visited November 2024Travelled with familyWritten 22 December 2024
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Christie E
Bloemfontein, South Africa150 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Situated at the end of GeorgeRex Avenue this is a must do. You don’t have to lay anything it’s always open, I am sure you will see amazing sunsets, or might even spot a whale or dolphin. Walk around all the viewpoints at the top and take a plunge in the cold refreshing water at the bottom - nice jetty to enter water at the NSRI building.
Written 11 November 2022
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Roland S
Graz, Austria101 contributions
Feb 2022
It's amazing, stop at first below the heads and walk around the walkways to the rocks, where the Indian Ocean breaks in. Enjoy the power of the ocean. Than drive up to the heads and have a bright view via the ocean, the lagoon and the surrounding area.
Written 24 March 2022
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Marlene S
247 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
A great few hours can be spent exploring and enjoying the views of the Knysna heads. Several spots to have coffee/tea and a great lunch location near the ice cream shop too. And if you are looking to buy a hat, there are vendors in this area too. Impressive that there are parking attendants on site to ensure the safety of your parked vehicle too.
Written 11 February 2024
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GiovannaOlivia
58 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
The Heads are a natural mystic in Knysna. The Atlantic Ocean shows it power pushing through. On top you have a amazing view over the ocean and the lagoon. This view is a must see! The heads also have beaches where you can listen to the waves and enjoy being there by yourself because not very often people go there.
Written 8 March 2020
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Sarah C
Ashtead, UK1 321 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Gosh the views are stunning. And you also gain an appreciation of the power of nature with the waves crashing in and around the rocks. We drove up East Head and parked, wandering down part way, then drove back to take in the stunning scenery from sea level. The walks along the coastal edge are great too... especially in the beautiful sunshine
Written 31 October 2023
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tanya d
Johannesburg, South Africa63 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
We loved Knysna . I particularly loved the harbor town as it has good restaurants and lovely to walk around in the evenings as well. Knysna heads views are awesome couldn’t stop taking pics . The waterfront was also nice . Knysna is a great place to stay to see alll of the garden route
Written 16 November 2021
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Johanna
Port Elizabeth, South Africa21 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Best view a must to visit when you are in Knysna. Walk around and enjoy the view.
We drove up and enjoy the view from the top and then went down and walk around on the beach and read about the ship wreck from Germany. So beautifull
We drove up and enjoy the view from the top and then went down and walk around on the beach and read about the ship wreck from Germany. So beautifull
Written 26 April 2022
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Muhammed777
Johannesburg, South Africa318 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
The drive up to the view point is awesome in itself. There is a short walk to the viewing deck but once you there it's eye candy.
The views are really stunning and make for awesome pictures.
It gets very windy at times, not very suitable for rainy weather.
The views are really stunning and make for awesome pictures.
It gets very windy at times, not very suitable for rainy weather.
Written 11 January 2020
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Karen G
5 contributions
Nov 2019
Absolutely the most breathe taking stunning views on the Garden Route. Make sure to have a beer or glass of Chardonnay to toast the beautiful setting. The Feather Bed resort is an awesome trip to take to enjoy this view.
Written 6 March 2020
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Amy Laura
Cape Town Central, South Africa94 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
GOSH! Breathtaking views of Knysna, crystal blue waters and and and. There really are no words to describe how stunning the view is from atop. We stumbled across The Viewpoint as it wasn't part of our itinerary, but I'm so glad we did!
Traveling tip: Always have your swimwear on hand when you're on the coast 😂. If you look down from the top, you'll see Leisure Island - take a dip here for me, please? (because we didn't get to 🥲)
Traveling tip: Always have your swimwear on hand when you're on the coast 😂. If you look down from the top, you'll see Leisure Island - take a dip here for me, please? (because we didn't get to 🥲)
Written 7 April 2023
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The Heads can be visited either by land or by sea. Park at the East Head Cafe and experience The Heads by land along the various rocky paths and lookout points. One can also drive up to the Coney lookout point for a magnificent 360 degree view of the sea, Heads and Lagoon. Then visit East Head for a coffee, drink and meal. Seeing The Heads from the sea is even more spectacular. We have the privilege of owning a boat so visit The Heads by sea often. However, there are many charter companies that offer Heads excursions from the harbour or Cruise Cafe.
Written 26 January 2020
Estarei em Knysna em dezembro e terei pouco tempo. Chegarei no fim da tarde, depois retornarei para dormir no Knysna Elephant Park. Então, para Knysna Heads, sobra somente o fim da tarde. É melhor ir de carro? Há opção de passeio de barco privado, já que o horário é especial? De carro, como proceder?
Obrigado.
Written 8 October 2017
SALVE,
io sarò tre giorni a cape town, secondo voi è troppo lontana questa meta da fare A/R?
GRAZIE MILLE
IVAN
Written 30 August 2017
Any recommendations for a lunch venue - will be in Knysa for a day - end November . Thanks
Written 27 August 2016
We had lunch at the Waterfront at The Dry Dock. The oysters were fantastic and so was the steak.
Written 6 September 2016
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