Sailing on the Knysna Lagoon to the Heads and beyond to the Indian Ocean is an unforgettable experience. Charter a yacht or do a sailing course to become skipper of your own vessel - Knysna offers it all. Stay at Stannards Guest Lodge while experiencing these amazing adventures.
Knysna is the perfect location for sailing and boating experiences.
Coaching by professional skippers to facilitate unforgettable sailing experiences. Either test the waters, log some day/coastal sailing or become a qualified skipper through our SA Sailing accredited courses in Knysna. SAMSA accredited for Marine Radio Telephony Courses and Examinations. We facilitate visits to various reputable Knysna Catamaran Boat Builders to review their luxury yachts. Then get qualified through Southern Yachting Academy to sail them. Live out your dream. Read more
Unique sailing tours and charters in Knysna - on the Garden Route Coast of South Africa. Departing daily from the popular Knysna Waterfront, Springtide Sailing Charters offers different sailing charter options. Our highly experienced crew will take to the helm so you can relax and take in the splendour of our rugged coastline.
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Ocean Rhythm is a luxury 44 foot sailing catamaran. Ocean Rhythm, our luxury 44 foot sailing catamaran, built by local world leaders in boutique yacht building, Knysna Yacht Company. We can accommodate 12 guests on a cruise, 8 guests overnight or 30 for an event while anchored. Read more
Boat-based whale watching, marine tours & SUP hire in Knysna. Ocean Odyssey offers unforgettable marine adventures. Our close encounter, boat-based whale watching tours and marine eco-tours are perfect activities to add to any itinerary in Knysna. We offer three daily departures and a fleet of ocean going vessels. This is the ideal experience for local visitors and international tourists.
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The Knysna Yacht Club is internationally renowned for its hospitality and facilities. The club offers two dingy sail training schools, a keelboat club, canoe club, restaurant,2 bars, a small play area for children and yacht berths. KYC is an accredited SA Sailing (ISAF - International Sailing Federation) training establishment. The training offered is open to all and largely driven by demand, with the majority of coaching being directed to junior sailors. Read more
Part of the Featherbed experience. The catamaran yacht, 'Heads Explorer', is for the adventurous and romantic, creating another unforgettable experience, sailing on the Knysna Lagoon to the Heads and beyond (ocean conditions permitting). This yacht can carry up to 30 passengers for a lagoon sail, and 12 out to sea. Read more
Knysna Charters - Hire a kayak or a SUP (Stand Up Paddle board) in Knysna and head off to explore our pristine channels of Thesen Island. Knysna Kayaking is great fun for the whole family, provided you can swim! Read more
Eden Adventures - Hiring a canoe and cruising the waterways of the area is a very popular all year round activity. From our base at the Fairy Knowe Hotel, one can easily set off on the Touw River and explore the placid waters of the Garden Route National Park but there are other waterways in the area as well. Read more
Garden Route Fishing Adventures - Garden Route Fishing Adventures offers deep sea fishing adventures from Knysna, South Africa. For the past 30 years, this activity remains highly recommended for fun family outings and for angling enthusiasts visiting the Garden Route in South Africa. Read more
Deep Sea Fishing Charters - Experience the thrill of hooking, fighting and holding your own big fish! Our vessel is a registered passenger charter vessel, has full SAMSA safety certificates and always has a qualified skipper aboard. Read more