Knysna is at the heart of the exquisite Garden Route coast, a cosmopolitan lagoon-side town surrounded by beautiful beaches and lakes, indigenous forests and the Outeniqua Mountains. Known as nature's playground, many sporting enthusiasts visit Knysna for cycling, trail running, canoeing, sailing, fishing, surfing and kite surfing.

Twice named South Africa' Favourite Holiday Destination, the town was recently voted one of the Top 100 Destinations in the World and one of the Top 25 in Africa by the Trip Advisor, 2008 Travellers' Choice Destinations Awards