Visit Knysna

22/10/2026

Fresh from the Sea into your mouth and some onto to the Braai! 🦪🔥

Nothing says South African road trip quite like freshly picked wild oysters on the shores of beautiful Knysna! 🌊🇿🇦 From the pristine waters of Brenton on Sea straight into the mouth and then onto the fire, this is a true local delicacy and unforgettable coastal experience.

Follow Nigh Braai Facebook/Instagram Nigh Braai .braai or subscribe to their Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ as they explore South Africa one adventure at a time, discovering hidden gems, incredible flavours, and authentic local stories along the way. 🚐✨

Have you ever tasted a wild Knysna oyster fresh from the sea? Let us know in the comments! 👇

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Our Oyster Picking day has arrived. We have no idea what is install...

14/10/2026

Celebrating Swartvlei Beach’s Green Coast Award 🌊💚

We are delighted to celebrate the official renewal of the 2026/2027 WESSA Green Coast Award for Swartvlei Beach in Sedgefield! 🎉

This achievement recognises the importance of protecting our beautiful coastal environment and celebrating the natural treasures that make the Greater Knysna area so special. From pristine shores to rich coastal biodiversity, Swartvlei Beach is a wonderful reminder of why caring for our environment matters.

A heartfelt congratulations to everyone involved in maintaining and protecting this special stretch of coastline. Together, we can continue to preserve our natural heritage for generations to come. 🌱🐚

Come and experience the beauty of Sedgefield, where nature, community and coastal living come together! 💙

📍 Swartvlei Beach, Sedgefield – Greater Knysna



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30/09/2026

28/09/2026

🌍 WORLD TOURISM DAY | 27 SEPTEMBER

Today, we join the global tourism community in celebrating the value of tourism and its contribution to people, communities and destinations.

The Garden Route & Klein Karoo continues to showcase the richness of our region , from our natural landscapes and coastal beauty, to our diverse cultures, experiences and tourism offerings.

🫵Tourism connects us.
🫵Tourism creates opportunities.
🫵Tourism drives local economies.
🫵Tourism tells our stories to the world.

Happy World Tourism Day! 🌿

24/09/2026

🌿 CELEBRATING OUR HERITAGE | HAPPY HERITAGE DAY 🇿🇦

Today, we celebrate the stories, people, traditions and places that make Greater Knysna so wonderfully unique.

From the rich cultural heritage of the communities who have called this place home for generations, to the forests, lagoon and coastline that have shaped life here, our heritage lives all around us. 🌊🌳

It can be found in the stories passed from one generation to the next, the flavours shared around a table, local craftsmanship, music and creativity, our connection to the land and sea, and the historic places that tell the story of where we come from.

Knysna’s heritage stretches from ancient human history and Indigenous knowledge to its timber, boat-building and gold-rush past — a story that continues to evolve through the people who live, work and create here today.

This Heritage Day, let’s celebrate what connects us, honour the stories that came before us, and keep our living heritage alive for generations to come. ❤️

Herewith a couple of links to events, stories and videos that will give you Knysna's perspective:
Artisan Culture Knysna 24 - 27 September 2026: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592450396677

Indibano Yamadoda Heritage Celebration (Ekhaya African Cuisine): https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19Vt2BxpzJ/

Waterside W**e Weekend: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593297626593

Rooted in Timber, forged in Gold: https://www.visitknysna.co.za/experiences/history-heritage/

Knysna's Living Hertage: https://youtu.be/K4Dv7uwoQlQ?si=iIgLmPp13DgAekFo

Knysna Museums; https://www.knysnamuseums.co.za/

✨ Our heritage. Our stories. Our people. Our Greater Knysna.

Happy Heritage Day! 🇿🇦



Knysna Municipality The Greater Knysna Business Chamber Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism

23/09/2026

Breathtaking views.
Blue waters.
Good food.
Wild adventures.
Slow moments.
And a whole lot of reasons to stay a little longer.

This is Knysna
Find Yours. 💚

📍Featherbed Nature Reserve


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Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism

21/09/2026

📍 HIDDEN GEM | JUDAH SQUARE

What if one of Knysna’s most unique cultural experiences is tucked away in Kayalethu South? 🌿✨

Judah Square is home to South Africa’s largest Rastafari community, established in 1993. Visitors can experience the community through guided tours, learning about Rastafari culture, history, music, art, spirituality and everyday life.

🎨 Look out for the vibrant murals, community spaces, local food and the famous Rastafari-inspired sculpture welcoming visitors to the square.

A place where culture, community and heritage come together. 🇿🇦

👉 Would you add Judah Square to your Knysna travel list?

21/09/2026

🌿✨ Happy Monday, 📅 Heritage & Tourism Week is here!

There’s plenty to look forward to this week! Get ready for an incredible lineup of events happening this Heritage & Tourism Week in Greater Knysna. 🎉

From celebrating our rich heritage and local stories to discovering the people, places, culture and experiences that make our destination so special — there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 💚

23 – 28 September: Yoga & Mindfulness Retreat in Sedgefield (In Toto Retreat)
23 September: Albert Frost Live (Knysna Gin Distillery)
24 September: Indibano Yamadoda Heritage Celebration (Ekhaya African Cuisine)
24 – 27 September: Artisan Culture Knysna
24 September: National Braai Day at Pili Pili Sedgefield
24 September: Albert Frost Live at Pili Pili Sedgefield
25 September: String on Fire Live at Knysna Gin Distillery
25 September: Waterside W**e Weekend - Thesen Island
25 September: KAWS 75th Anniversary Party at Blend Country Restaurant
25 - 27 September: October B**r Festival at Bar69 Sedgefield
26 September: Knysna Bowling Club PBA Qualifier
26 September: Braai Broodjies & Wyn Samesyn at Blackwaters River Lodge
26 September: Surfboertjie Live Pili Pili Sedgefield
26 September: Steve Grahams Live a Tribute to Pink Floyd at Simola Hotel
27 September: Lions Karoo to Coast MTB
27 September: Knysna Makers Market
27 September: Fraaisig Primary Golf Day (Knysna Golf Club)
27 September: Raggedy Mellow Live at Pili Pili Sedgefield

🌊🌳 This is Knysna. Gather your family and friends, explore, experience and celebrate what makes Knysna truly unique.✨🌿

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The Greater Knysna Business Chamber Knysna Municipality Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism GardenRoute South Africa

17/09/2026

Cocktail hour with a view..
Why not pick a spot that makes your cocktail hour taste like summer...

Look no further..
📌 Issaquena Falls Restaurant

14/09/2026

📍Hidden Gems | Knysna Heads

Some places are known. Others are truly discovered.

Standing between the forest and the ocean, the Knysna Heads offer more than a spectacular view, they form part of the natural and cultural story that makes the Garden Route & Klein Karoo so distinctive.

Fun fact😊: The Knysna Heads mark the dramatic entrance where the Knysna Lagoon meets the Indian Ocean, creating one of the region’s most recognisable coastal landscapes.

But beyond the view lies a story worth experiencing…

🌿Have you discovered the Knysna Heads from this perspective?