Oudtshoorn | Mosselbay | George | Wilderness | Sedgefield | Knysna | Plettenberg Bay | Tsitsikamma 

Dawn to Dusk Safaris

Dawn to Dusk Safaris brings adrenaline, nature and unforgettable coastal discovery to the Garden Route. Based in the Garden Route (and White River for Kruger safaris), Dawn to Dusk offers family friendly and couples’ experiences that suit honeymooners, bucket‑list travellers, and anyone who loves wildlife, beaches, water sport and all‑weather adventure. Expect exciting, fun day tours, scenic road trip transfers, guided hikes on local trails, lagoon kayaking, quad‑bike forest runs and coastal safaris that combine wildlife, nature and dramatic ocean views. dawntodusk.co.za

What they offer

• Safaris (Kruger half‑ and full‑day game drives, night drives). dawntodusk.co.za

• Day Tours & Guided hikes: Panorama Route, coastal/forest explorations and “things to do on the Garden Route.” dawntodusk.co.za

• Transfers & Road Trips: private transfers across the Garden Route & Lowveld (Knysna, Tsitsikamma, Hazyview). dawntodusk.co.za

• Multi‑day Expeditions / overland trips with camping and 4×4 vehicles. dawntodusk.co.za
  Other products include private barge/sundowner boat excursions, lodge pick‑ups, customized family and romantic packages (perfect for honeymoon itineraries), and nature/photography guided tours. dawntodusk.co.za

Opening / operation times

• Monday–Friday: 06:00 – 18:00

• Saturday & Sunday: 07:00 – 17:00. dawntodusk.co.za

Company contact

• Dawn to Dusk Safaris -  https://dawntodusk.co.za. 

• Garden Route phone: +27 67 592 4403 - gardenroute@dawntodusk.co.za. 

• White River phone: +27 76 056 4781 - info@dawntodusk.co.za. 

Activities in Knysna / Things to do on the Garden Route

If you base yourself in Knysna, Dawn to Dusk’s Garden Route transfers and day tours link perfectly with local operators for lagoon cruises, scooter forest runs, quad biking, deep‑sea fishing and kayak hire. Combine a sunrise wildlife drive with a Knysna Heads boat trip, or pair a forest hike and downhill scootour with an evening lagoon sunset cruise—adventure for rainy days or all‑weather plans. dawntodusk.co.za

Approximate distances 

• Distance to Knysna Charters (Thesen Harbour / Thesen Island): ~2–3 km. knysnacharters.com

• Distance to Knysna Scootours (Thesen Island / Sawtooth Ln): ~2–3 km. scootours.co.za

• Distance to Knysna Quad Bike Tours (meet at Knysna Charters / Thesen Island): ~2–3 km. viator.com

• Distance to Knysna Deep Sea Fishing Adventures (Knysna slipway / Remembrance St): ~0–0.5 km (waterfront slipway). tripadvisor.co.za

• Distance to Knysna Kayak Hire (activity desk at Knysna Charters / Thesen Island): ~2–3 km. knysnacharters.activitar.com

Five nearby restaurants

1. 34 South - Waterfront (0.1 km). Deli/seafood favourite on the Quays serving fresh oysters, sushi, bakery items and local wines in a lively waterfront setting. 34south.biz

2. East Head Café - The Heads (≈ 2.5 km). Morning and lunch spot with panoramic views over the Knysna Heads; famed for breakfast, fresh coffee and lagoon vistas. eastheadcafe.co.za

3. The Island Café (The Turbine Hotel) - Thesen Island (≈ 2.0–2.5 km). Bright, historic setting within The Turbine Hotel; breakfasts, lunches and relaxed dinners overlooking Thesen canals. turbinehotel.co.za

4. Butterfly Blu - Brenton‑on‑Sea (≈ 10 km). Dramatic ocean views, Mediterranean menu and a romantic setting perched above the cliffs at Brenton. milehacker.com

5. Sirocco - Waterfront / central Knysna (≈ 0.2–0.5 km). Contemporary seafood and sushi option near the Quays with refined dishes and a polished vibe. restaurantguru.com

Two nearby farm stalls / markets (each 160 characters)

• Wild Oats Community Farmers’ Market (Sedgefield, ~24 km). Saturday market bursting with local produce, cheeses, breads and fresh breakfasts; come rain or shine. sedgefieldinfo.com

• Scarab Village Craft & Food Market (Sedgefield, ~24–28 km). Craft market next to Wild Oats with handmade goods, live music, kids’ play area and local artisan food. scarabvillage.co.za