What to do and see in Knysna, Western Cape: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

Based in the town of Knysna, the renowned Metelerkamps, is truly one of the most beautiful browsing shops in South Africa. You will get lost amongst our vast collection of the beautiful and the branded. Many "made in South Africa" products available as well as the best brands available. Find the perfect gift here and be treated with excellent service from staff who love being here and are very knowledgeable and friendly!

I am Jonas Gidwa, a qualified Tour Guide for the Western Cape, living in a Knysna Township. Visiting the Knysna Township is a mixture of emotions I would like to share with you. Poverty, joy and happiness are a few of the ingredients that you will experience on this special trip.

Our showroom is situated in the popular commercial hub of the luxurious Thesen Island marina development in Knysna. On display in our showroom is a selection of diamonds, tanzanite, morganite and precious gemstones set in yellow, white and rose gold. Our workshop is onsite, and our craftsmen are always ready to design and manufacture a special item of jewellery.​ ​For those wishing to have custom jewellery made, we have a selection of rare and beautiful diamonds and collectible gemstones available to view by appointment. Rare gemstones available include colour D Flawless diamonds, unheated Kashmir sapphires, unheated Burmese rubies, Tsavorite and Alexandrite. ​As a leading manufacturing jeweller on the Garden Route, our focus is on creating one-of-a-kind jewellery, tailor-made to order. Our team of craftsmen combine both traditional goldsmithing techniques and cutting-edge technology to create bespoke handcrafted platinum and gold jewellery. Please contact us for more information.

At the studio & gallery at 66 Main Street you can hear the stories behind my paintings and get a glimpse of my own life and work as an African artist. Visiting me is of course free but as an accredited Tour Guide I also offer township tours: Expect a fascinating experience of African culture, food, lifestyle and empowerment far beyond the usual Garden Route "routine". Optional: visit local artists.

Located in the heart of the slow town of Sedgefield, Lake Spa is an oasis of serenity. Lake Spa is perfect escape for a day of pampered rejuvenation. The spa is located on the banks of the Swartvlei Lagoon and offers a vast range of tailored experiences, ranging from pure relaxation to unique wellness journeys. Treatment packages are available for couples along with a diverse spa menu.

Garden route shuttle service at your service. For private shutteling - airport , day trips, PE and Cape Town .

A working art studio where the resident artist engages with visitors , provides demonstrations and gives advice to artists and collectors

Knysna Gin Distillery creates traditional small batch Spirits. Our first gin recently scored 91 points at the IWSC in London. Visit any day for tastings and an informal tour. Try the new Blueberry Gin. Enjoy the creative cocktail menu. The Buffels baai is our best seller: an unusual combination of gin, elderflower syrup and litchi juice.

Le Spa Tranquille is unique due to its professional approach & the beautiful setting right on the edge of the Knysna Lagoon.Le Spa Tranquille opened its doors on the 15th of December 2005, offering the Garden Route a world class facility to both residents & tourists. Well renowned for our Guinot Hydradermie Double Ionisation Facial. Also been awarded the Clarins Gold Spa acreditation. With over 20 years experience in the beauty industry our secret to success in today's chaotic world, was mastering our intuition and understanding the intangible factors that give rise to results. The combination of the tranquility of Thesen Islands and our specialized treatments backed by our team of world class Beauty Therapists, will ensure that you feel completely relaxed & rejuvenated.