Knysna Heads: Address, Phone Number, Knysna Heads Reviews: 4.5/5
Knysna Heads
Knysna Heads
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Restaurants
38 within 5 kms
East Head Cafe
2,543
0.5 km££ - £££ • Healthy • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
2 Stories Restaurant
20
0.3 km££££ • Steakhouse • Seafood • Grill
Salmon Restaurant & Bar
8
0.7 km££ - £££
Nonna's Mediterranean Kitchen
51
1.5 km£ • Italian • International • Mediterranean
Leisure Island Coffee Shop
115
1.5 km££ - £££ • Cafe
Nadine's Corner
19
1.5 km££ - £££ • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly
Daniela`s at Leisure Isle Lodge
147
1.8 km££££ • European • Vegetarian Friendly
Blend Country Restaurant & Pub
149
2.2 km££ - £££ • Bar • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe Z
144
2.6 km££ - £££ • International • Vegetarian Friendly
Zachary's Bistro
132
3.2 km££££ • International • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
23 within 10 kms
Knysna African Arts and Craft Market
27
0.7 kmFlea & Street Markets
Brenton on Sea
569
4.1 kmBeaches
Bollard Bay
70
1.5 kmBeaches
Knysna Lagoon
648
4.4 kmBodies of Water
Featherbed Nature Reserve
1,107
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Jandreart Studio
66
4 kmArt Galleries
Garden of Eden
295
3.3 kmHiking Trails
Buffalo Bay
479
Beaches
Margaret's Viewpoint
104
3.9 kmLookouts
Knysna Gin Distillery
45
4.1 kmDistilleries
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4.5
2,560 reviews
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1,770
Very good
663
Average
111
Poor
12
Terrible
4
Olugbode_16
Lagos State, Nigeria8 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
You must absolutely visit the viewing point to experience the breath taking Knysna Heads with it's unique entrance to the lagoon and if you have the opportunity take a bicycle ride or walk across the Island..
Written 26 June 2022
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Johanna
Port Elizabeth, South Africa10 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Best view a must to visit when you are in Knysna. Walk around and enjoy the view.
We drove up and enjoy the view from the top and then went down and walk around on the beach and read about the ship wreck from Germany. So beautifull
We drove up and enjoy the view from the top and then went down and walk around on the beach and read about the ship wreck from Germany. So beautifull
Written 26 April 2022
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Roland S
Graz, Austria106 contributions
Feb 2022
It's amazing, stop at first below the heads and walk around the walkways to the rocks, where the Indian Ocean breaks in. Enjoy the power of the ocean. Than drive up to the heads and have a bright view via the ocean, the lagoon and the surrounding area.
Written 24 March 2022
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rschwarzbraun
7 contributions
Feb 2022
An absolut must do! The view is amazing and unforgettable. Take a walk as well on bottom of The heads and relaxe there. Finally have a coffee on the top.
Written 15 February 2022
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52Shelley52
Cape Town Central, South Africa133 contributions
Dec 2021
if you are a local or international traveller to Knysna this is a must ! besides spending time on Leisure isle close by soaking up the sun you can wade across to the heads in low tide and relax at their restaurant there , take a swim amongst the boats, walk around or just sit and enjoy the fabulous scenery .
Written 2 February 2022
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Martin Vdp
Soest, The Netherlands41 contributions
Dec 2021
Difficult to find words to describe this impressively beautiful area!
Chrystal clear water, great for water sports such as water skiing, fishing, sailing, rowing, surfing and so forth. Beautifully situated self catering accommodation at the 'Under Milkwood Resort'. Very nice city center with all shops according to your needs. From clothing and souvenir shops at The Waterfront to mouth watering restaurants on Thesen island. All within easy reach!
Chrystal clear water, great for water sports such as water skiing, fishing, sailing, rowing, surfing and so forth. Beautifully situated self catering accommodation at the 'Under Milkwood Resort'. Very nice city center with all shops according to your needs. From clothing and souvenir shops at The Waterfront to mouth watering restaurants on Thesen island. All within easy reach!
Written 6 January 2022
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tanya d
Johannesburg, South Africa65 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
We loved Knysna . I particularly loved the harbor town as it has good restaurants and lovely to walk around in the evenings as well. Knysna heads views are awesome couldn’t stop taking pics . The waterfront was also nice . Knysna is a great place to stay to see alll of the garden route
Written 16 November 2021
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Manya B
Cape Town Central, South Africa439 contributions
Nov 2021
We wanted to get to the view site but had to drive up and down the hill 4 times before we took a chance and eventually found the parking area. One last, clear sign board at the parking lot will save strangers to you town a lot of frustration.
Written 11 November 2021
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DAVID
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa167 contributions
Oct 2021
Notwithstanding the fact that we visited on a rainy day and had some magnificent views. The Heads are amazing. Especially when you think of how hundreds of years ago that sailing vessels made it through. And that was without the modern navigational equipment.
Written 25 October 2021
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Hein K
Knysna, South Africa18 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
As a Knysna resident and having grown up here, I regularly visit and bring friends here to, in my opinion, experience the most beautiful place on earth! What more can I say. Well worth it.
Written 23 August 2021
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zubair w
Cape Town
how do i get to Knysna head??
kaloussa
Arachova, Greece277 contributions
The Heads can be visited either by land or by sea. Park at the East Head Cafe and experience The Heads by land along the various rocky paths and lookout points. One can also drive up to the Coney lookout point for a magnificent 360 degree view of the sea, Heads and Lagoon. Then visit East Head for a coffee, drink and meal. Seeing The Heads from the sea is even more spectacular. We have the privilege of owning a boat so visit The Heads by sea often. However, there are many charter companies that offer Heads excursions from the harbour or Cruise Cafe.
leanbr
Marau, RS182 contributions
Estarei em Knysna em dezembro e terei pouco tempo. Chegarei no fim da tarde, depois retornarei para dormir no Knysna Elephant Park. Então, para Knysna Heads, sobra somente o fim da tarde. É melhor ir de carro? Há opção de passeio de barco privado, já que o horário é especial? De carro, como proceder?
Obrigado.
fornaretto88
Florence, Italy20 contributions
SALVE,
io sarò tre giorni a cape town, secondo voi è troppo lontana questa meta da fare A/R?
GRAZIE MILLE
IVAN
Vik
Montescudaio, Italy109 contributions
troppo lontano
Kate S
Canterbury, UK3 contributions
Any recommendations for a lunch venue - will be in Knysa for a day - end November . Thanks
Just_a_normal_mom
Richmond, VA444 contributions
We had lunch at the Waterfront at The Dry Dock. The oysters were fantastic and so was the steak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Knysna Heads
- We recommend booking Knysna Heads tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 40 Knysna Heads tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Knysna Heads:
- Knysna Heads & Lagoon Adventure Tour (From £29.65)
- 90 Minute Eco Adventure (From £45.90)
- 5 Day Best of Garden Route and Addo: South African Safari Small Group Tour (From £443.57)
- From Cape Town: 2-Nights, 3-Days Garden Route private tour (From £805.91)
- Knysna Dolphin Watching & Garden Route Coastline Experience (From £53.64)
- Hotels near Knysna Heads:
- (0.09 km) Head Over Hills
- (0.18 km) The Alexander Boutique Suites
- (0.28 km) Headlands House
- (0.16 km) Glenview Heads Apartments
- (0.22 km) Knysna Pearl View Guest House
- Restaurants near Knysna Heads:
- (0.52 km) East Head Cafe
- (0.32 km) 2 Stories Restaurant
- (0.70 km) Salmon Restaurant & Bar
- (4.64 km) The Drydock Food Co
- (5.22 km) African Bean
- Attractions near Knysna Heads:
- (3.52 km) Knysna Ziplines SA Forest Adventures
- (0.70 km) Knysna African Arts and Craft Market
- (4.72 km) Magic Lagoon Charters
- (4.66 km) Knysna RIB Adventures
- (4.06 km) Brenton on Sea