Experience the beauty of South Africa’s Garden Route by boat during this short and sweet sailboat tour from Knysna!
Knysna is a beautiful seaside town located along South Africa’s world famous Garden Route, surrounded by pristine beaches and lush forest. Nestled between the larger towns of George and Plettenberg Bay, Knysna stands out due to its stunning estuary, where the Knysna river empties out into the sea. There really is no better way to discover this seaside jewel than by sailboat tour!
Onboard the Outeniqua, Springtide Charters’ sleek 50-ft sailing yacht, you can relax with a drink in hand while you take in the exquisite Garden Route scenery around you of mountain and sea! Unlike other types of boats, sailboats use no motor but simply the skill of the captain and crewto tack in and out of the wind. The resulting experience is both peaceful and thrilling depending on the wind and weather conditions and is sure to provide you with an unforgettable memory in Knysna.
If you are looking for a quick and relaxing adventure along South Africa’s Garden Route near Plettenberg Bay, this 1.5 hour sailboat tour in Knysna is the thing for you! You will get to discover the serene setting of the Knysna estuary and coastline, and if you are lucky, you might even get to spot some dolphins and whales while you are at it!
Book your sailboat tour from Knysna now and create life-long memories near Plettenberg Bay, South Africa!
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Practical information
-Meet the boat in front of the Dry Dock restaurant along the quay
-Welcome
-Safety and activity briefing
-Set sail
-Return to harbour
-Disembark
-End of tour
1.5 hour sailboat tour of the Knysna estuary and coastline.
A minimum of 4 people are required for this activity to take place. If the tour doesn't have 4 passengers, the activity will be cancelled and you will be fully refunded.
We have a no-shoe policy on-board, so feel free to bring a pair of socks during the colder months.
Journeys to sea are highly weather-dependent. You will be notified on the day of the activity if the conditions aren't good for sailing.
Meeting point instructions: park in the dock's car park and make your way through the Knysna Quays promenade. Walk across bridge and you will find Springtide Charters' lighthouse-inspired ticket office on the right hand side. The sailboat is moored in front of Dry Dock restaurant.
- Safety equipment (life jacket)
- Full-service cash bar
- Drinks and refreshments (tab payable at the end of the cruise)
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Cap
- Socks
- Camera
- Warm jacket