Knysna Charters

Boat Cruises on the Knysna Lagoon, Interactive Oyster Tours, Sunset Cruise

Knysna Activity on the Knysna Lagoon

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Knysna - Garden Route

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Knysna is a coastal little town in the heart of South Africa's Garden Route. The Garden Route lies east of Cape Town and encompasses some of South Africa's most beautiful beaches, mountains, and rivers. The climate is mild all year round and there are countless of activities to enjoy including whale-watching, hiking, ostrich riding, golfing, swimming, bungee jumping and more.

Useful Knysna Links

SA Tourism:
www.southafrica.net

Knysna Tourism:
www.visitknysna.co.za

Knysna Accommodation:
www.wheretostay.co.za
www.sa-venues.com

Garden Route Activities:
www.activegardenroute.co.za

Knysna Charters Lagoon and Oyster Farm Tours

OYSTER SPECIALS: We offer OYSTERS R50 for 6 ..!!

Oyster Tour: is an ideal cruise for anyone who not only loves oysters but is also interested in learning about the Knysna Oyster, the wild oysters that grow along this stretch of our coastline and the oyster trade. The tour starts off towards the Knysna Heads where a guide will tell you, in an interactive experience, all you need to know about the oyster beds. Catering of drinks, light snacks and oysters can be arranged, you will get to taste both wild and farmed oysters.

Sunset Cruise: delicious snack platters can be arranged as well as drinks and oysters. What an absolutely perfect way to spend a few hours - sipping wine, supping oysters and enjoying the magnificent Knysna sunset. There is no better way to end off the day. Also thrown in is a history lesson on the Knysna Heads

Knysna Lagoon Cruise: takes off to the famous Knysna Heads, where you will learn a bit about Knysna current events and history from the water! Drinks, Platters & Oysters available on order.

RIVER CRUISE: A unique three hour cruise that takes you all the way up the Knysna River.  Relax and enjoy the beautiful setting, surrounded by nature, far away from the hussle and bussle of everyday life.  Drinks, snack platters and oyster tasting can be arranged.

All tours depart daily from Thesen Island, Knysna Charters are next to the Turbine Hotel...see you on board!!

   

Lagoon & Oyster Tours - Helpful Tips!

  • Flat shoes, sunhats, sunscreen and warm jackets are recommended and don’t forget your camera!
  • All trips are weather dependant.
  • We depart daily at 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 5pm from our jetty on Thesen Island.
  • Remember to book! If we are not expecting you, we could leave you behind!
  • You can book by calling +27 82 892 0469 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
  • Light snacks and drinks are complimentary on all our cruises.
  • Oysters are for sale at rock bottom prices, 6 oysters for R50
  • Need a venue for a celebration? Our vessel is the perfect party venue for up to 12 people.
  • We welcome children of all ages and encourage their participation in our unique educational programs. 
  • We have a onboard toilet.
  • Exclusive venue for private parties, corporate functions, and team building cruises
  • The Oyster Boat is stable and safe for a comfortable cruise - no sea sickness worries!
  • We are legally registered and fully insured
  • We have ample life jackets for all on board
  • Easy access for the elderly and disabled guests
   

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Things to do in Knysna

Top 10 Things to do in Knysna!

1. Relax and catch a tan on the Knysna Beach (Leisure Isle)
2. Go mountain biking or hiking in the Knysna or Harkerville Forests
3. Learn to open oysters on the Knysna Lagoon, with Knysna Charters
4. Grab your binoculars and go bird-watching in the Forests
5. Discover the Paquita Wreck submerged deep within the Knysna Lagoon
6. Play a round at one of 2 top internationally recognised golf courses
7. Enjoy the view of the Indian Ocean from the Western Knysna Head
8. Meamble through the Harkerville Forest to see the Big Tree
9. Take a Knysna Township Tour and interact with the local communities
10. Enjoy a sundowner cruise on the Lagoon with Knysna Charters

Guest Comments

"Absolutely Fabulous!" - Nathan (Pezula Concierge), 11 April 2011

"What a phenomenal tour! Angie and James were exceptional!" - Neesha (SA Tourism), 28 February 2011

"A wonderful trip, James & Warren were wonderful hosts" - Colin (New Zealand), 11 September 2010

"Will definitely recommend to our guests" - Colleen (Hideaway Guest House, Knysna), 2 April 2011

"Well organised and very entertaining, Please keep it up!" Aminu (UK), 6 November 2010

"James, Warren and Angie were fantastic, oysters were #1!" David (Australia), 15 September 2010

"Knysna Charters was great, excellent organisation and great oysters!" Susan (Canada) 18 September 2010

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