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Knysna Heads

Coney Glen Road, Knysna 6570, South Africa
Ranked #1 of 28 attractions in Knysna
4.5 of 5 stars 121 Reviews
Type: Geologic Formations
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

If you are staying in Knysna or passing Knysna go see it. Beuatiful views and won't take too much of your time

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Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

It's a great view, and something first time travellers should see in Knysna.

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

just a view of the mouth of the lagoon ,the open sea and inland ,and crashing surf and waves

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

We went with footpath up the hill to see where the lagoon meets the sea and had something to eat at restaurant. The only problem is parking, because there are about 25 parking bays for all the attractions there. In season it is a huge drawback.

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JHB
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

knysna was overwhelming and the overall experience was great, and will definitely return next year.

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Scottburgh, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Don't remember the restaurants name but had a lovely meal right on the shore line with a brilliant view of the Knysna Heads. Magnificient scenery.

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Derbyshire
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Wonderful coffee at East Heads and a great little walk around the East Head. Worth doing.

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CO
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Beautiful and easy to see with or without hiking. Driving around Knysna, a lovely area, interesting port on the Garden Route.

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Rockville Centre, New York
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77 reviews 77 reviews
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Easy to drive to. Be sure that you walk all of the paths to see the different views. Breathtaking.

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Hull, England
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

What agreat place to have lunch either inside or outside with fabulous views of The Heads with good food at reasonable prices

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