The Knysna metropolitan area has much to offer paradise seekers. Whether you want to swim with the dolphins at Brenton-on-sea beach, or take a walk down the beach to Buffalo Bay for breakfast, Knysna is the place to be this summer. Located around 70km from George Airport, the great Oyster City is known for its shellfish and oyster festival, Knysna Heads and the Magical Knysna Lagoon, not to mention the Goukamma Nature Reserve.

Escape the hectic work life and spend the weekend in Knysna Paradise and enjoy luxuries like hotels and spas, restaurants and cruises, or take a walk on the beach. Seahorse species found in the Knysna estuary are very rare worldwide, and Knysna is a place enriched with unforgettable memories and wonderful stories to tell.

For a beach getaway, head to Brenton-on-sea Beach – the beach sits behind the majestic Western Knysna Head. It is a stunning vacation spot and a nature lover’s paradise with its pristine beaches and peaceful surroundings. Brenton-on-sea is home to popular fishing spots including Jaapse Ba, The Blokke and Castle Rock. There are several caves to the east of Castle Rock that invite you to explore. Lake Brenton offers a jetty and slipway for boats and canoes.

Fisherman’s Walk is a romantic and scenic clifftop walk where dolphins and whales are often seen bathing in the bay. The very blue waters and the white sand will take away the stress of the week. It is a great opportunity to get up and get closer to nature. The beach is mainly surrounded by the Goukamma Nature Reserve. Brenton-on-Sea’s Blue Flag accredited beach allows visitors to walk safely for miles while enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

For a Lagoon Cruising getaway, head out on the Knysna Sunset Cruise. Sit back and enjoy the tranquility aboard the Oyster ship. Sip wine and enjoy fresh local oysters on this relaxing boat cruise as you slowly take in the splendor of the Knysna lagoon, especially the African sunset over the lagoon. Sit back and enjoy a glass of wine and fresh local oysters as the Oyster boat slowly makes its way across the lagoon towards Knysna Heads. The sunset cruise is a fully guided cruise and includes a glass of white wine and three fresh oysters per person. You are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks as they are not provided on board the sunset cruise. Remember your camera to capture the exotic memories, sunscreen, sun hat, and windbreaker, just in case it gets chilly as you approach Knysna Heads.

A luxurious and tranquil stay awaits you at The Protea Hotel Knysna Quay. It is situated on the Knysna Quays waterfront, overlooking the Knysna Heads and the Indian Ocean. The magnificent Knysna lagoon is on the doorstep of this elegant hotel, which offers 123 spacious rooms, comprising 70 lagoon view rooms, 20 standard double rooms, 30 standard double rooms, two rooms for disabled people and one executive suite. suitable for both leisure and business travelers. Protea hotel Quays offers travelers a home away from home with spacious rooms with stunning views any traveler would enjoy over the warm Indian Ocean. Recognized as the perfect holiday destination, equally relaxing and elegantly comfortable Protea Hotel Quays promises a luxurious and tranquil stay on the Knysna Quay waterfront. As well as the lagoon on your doorstep, Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is within walking distance of the city center and has a variety of activities and attractions for your stay. Relax and enjoy the splendor of Knysna through the wall to floor French windows in your room with a glass of wine while watching the magical African sunset.

You can take a troll to the pool and relax during the afternoon on the pool lounges or swim in the heated outdoor pool located on a uniquely designed terrace with panoramic views of the lagoon. With the elegant Protea Hotel Quays as your little paradise in this paradise, you are sure to have the most serene stay you will ever have in paradise.

Treat yourself to a spa break at Pezula Spa & Gym for absolute tranquility and total relaxation and be transported to another world. This magnificent spa has magnificent facilities such as a gym, indoor heated pool, sauna, tropical shower with hot or cold water, hairdressing and nail studio, natural juices, snack bar and cappuccinos, therapy and treatment rooms. Begin your spa journey among other treatments with a full body scrub using indigenous ingredients, followed by an African body massage combining oil and hot volcanic stones from the unforgettable Matombo experience, perfect for stress relief, detoxification and relaxation. Escape to a rejuvenating massage with the in-house wellness therapist, including a variety of treatments including reflexology and aromatherapy sessions for total relaxation during your spa visit.

For an out-of-this-world gourmet getaway, head to The Orchid Room restaurant. The Orchid Room restaurant at Simola Hotel offers a dining experience that is sure to please even the most demanding client. With views that stretch across the most beautiful vista of Knysna’s Magical Lagoon and the famous Knysna Heads, as well as the golf course and outdoor pool, one can be forgiven for spending more time than usual dining.

The à la carte menu is seasonal and uses the best local and imported fresh ingredients. A wide variety of tastes are catered for, with dishes designed to delight any palate. The Sunday lunch buffet is a local favorite with a wide variety of starters and salads, delicious mains and roasts, and delicious desserts. The restaurant features a wrap around counter sushi bar where customers can watch the sushi chef prepare this authentic

Japanese cuisine, while Teppanyaki is offered for guests with less adventurous tastes. Complementing this fine dining is a distinctive selection of wines from their award-winning wine list, a wide variety is available, sure to pair well with any meal chosen. There’s the opulent sophistication of Sir Roy’s Bar, where you can sit back and sip the finest whiskeys or experience the finest aged cognacs on offer.

Stress-free transportation is available at Europcar Rental: Located at Caltex Quay Service Station, 1 waterfront, Europcar is your efficient and convenient transportation solution in and around Knysna. For all your travel needs 24/7 with luxurious and affordable vehicles to move freely and efficiently around Knysna, offering chauffeured tour, pickup or delivery services. Europcar Caltex Docks has a wide range of vehicles in all budget options, you can book a car or book a chauffeur, the choice is yours.