Knysna Charters

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

Activities in Knysna, Things to do in Knysna, Knysna Charters

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

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!!