Attractions IN/AROUND Rheenendal
Nature Reserves / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Birds of Eden Bird Sanctuary
The world's largest single span aviary, just a few kilometres east of Plettenberg Bay in the Garden Route, where birds are free to fly free provides an incredible experience for those who visit, and a wonderful way of life for over 2000 previously caged ...
Beaches
Garden Route Beaches
Your Garden Route accommodation will likely be close to some of the gorgeous beaches that dot this stretch of the South African coastline. The Garden Route connects the two provinces of the Eastern Cape and the Western Cape; and its shores are sprinkled ...
National Parks
Garden Route National Park
The Garden Route National Park, established by SANParks and also known as GRNP, spans an impressive 121 000 hectares and includes the existing Wilderness and Tsitsikamma national parks, the Knysna Lakes area and roughly 52 000 hectares of newly ...
Nature Reserves
Goukamma Nature Reserve
The glorious Goukamma Nature Reserve is one of those unrivalled hideaways that, despite being on the popular Garden Route, manages to remain relatively obscure and unknown - a treasure trove near the mouth of the Goukamma River. Goukamma Nature and ...
Landmarks / Mountain Passes
Homtini Pass
The Homtini Pass is one of several passes on the famous 7 Passes route. Back when it was constructed in the 1880s this route involving seven passes was the only route between George and Knysna. It was to remain so for almost 70 years before the N2 ...
Beaches / Lakes / Dams / Landmarks
Knysna Lagoon
The breath-taking blue of the Knysna Lagoon imbues the coastal town of Knysna with an allure that is quite irresistible. This lagoon opens between two massive cliffs, known as The Heads. These stand tall, acting as ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Map-of-Africa Viewpoint
The Map-of-Africa is situated at Wilderness Heights, which is between the Garden Route towns of Knysna and George. From the N2 motorway (heading from Knysna and towards George), turn left into Wilderness. Then, follow the road to the T-junction before ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Nature Reserves
Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
Monkeyland is the worlds first free roaming multi-specie primate sanctuary. Monkeyland, is unique in that the sanctuary caters for several species of primate, and they are not caged, they are free to move about the forest, and do so in harmony ...
Landmarks / Mountain Passes / Popular Tourist Routes
Spitzkop Viewpoint
The Spitzkop viewpoint is the highest point above Knysna. Drive, or hike up there and you will find one of the best panoramic views of the town and outlying areas. Some have described it as the best view in the country. Spitzkop lies on the Prince Alfred ...
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Mountain Passes
Attakwaskloof Pass
The Attakwaskloof Pass lies in the heart of the Outeniqua Mountains, a gravel off-road between Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn. Most of it runs through the Attakwaskloof Nature Reserve, which forms part of the Outeniqua Nature Reserve and is closed to day ...
Mountain Passes
Ballots Bay Pass
Ballots Bay Pass is a beautiful drive. If it weren't private, every man with a bike would use this over weekends, at least for the scenery, but also for the continuous descent that makes it rather exciting to drive. For those intent on a visit to Ballots ...
Nature Reserves
Ballots Heights Nature Reserve
Ballots Heights Nature Reserve is nestled in the rich foliage of the Western Cape, between Wilderness and George. This is part of the breath-taking Garden Route, famed around the world for its exquisite mountains, ...
Landmarks / Museums / National Monuments
Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex
The Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex is dedicated to celebrating the rich history of this region, and the contributions that it has made to the culture of modern Mossel Bay. It was originally established in the 1960's, but was officially opened under ...
Mountain Passes
Bloukrans Pass
Bloukrans River Bridge, just beyond Nature's Valley in the Western Cape, is famous for its bungi jump, reputed to be the highest commercial bungi in the world at 216 metres. But the Bloukrans Pass is one of several passes found in the Tsitsikamma. These ...
Activities
Bloukrans River Bridge
Bungi jump the highest commercial bungi jump in the world! The Bloukrans Bungi Jump surpasses the position previously held by the Victoria Falls as the 'highest bungi in the world". The Bloukrans bridge is 216 m high, the jump is approximately 160 ...
Nature Reserves
Boosmansbos Wilderness Area
Boosmansbos Wilderness Area lies in the beautiful Langeberg Mountains, over 14 000 hectares that is, in turn, part of the Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve. It is regarded as a hiker's domain, a great space in which to scale peaks to reach views that are ...
Game Reserves
Botlierskop Game Reserve
Botlierskop is named after one of the spectacular rock formations on the reserve. Botlierskop is a well stocked, free roaming private game reserve, which gives visitors the opportunity to view South African wildlife from the safety of 4x4 vehicles, in ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Landmarks / Popular Tourist Routes / Uniquely South African / World Heritage Sites
Cape Floral Region
Cape Floristic Region is a South African UNESCO World Heritage Site: Cape Floral Region Protected Areas in the Western Cape Province, South Africa also known as The Cape Floral ...
Mountain Passes
Cradock Pass
The Cradock Pass, a route over the Outeniquas north of George, has been described by some as 'trecherous'. The adjective more than aptly describes the steep and often dangerous path that rose quickly to a saddle in the mountains and left visible evidence ...
Rheenendal as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Albertinia, Ballots Bay, Belvidere, Boggomsbaai, Brenton On Sea, Dana Bay, De Vlugt, George, Glentana, Goose Valley Golf Estate, Gouritsmond, Great Brak, Harkerville, Hartenbos, Herolds Bay, Hoekwil, Keurboomstrand, Kingswood Golf Estate, Knysna, Lake Brenton, Little Brak, Mossel Bay, Noetzie, Pezula, Pinnacle Point, Plettenberg Bay, Reebok, Riversdale, Sedgefield, Still Bay, Tergniet, The Crags, Thesen Island, Victoria Bay, Vleesbaai, Wilderness
Staying Overnight
Woodlands Self Catering
Woodlands Self Catering is situated in Rheenendal and is able to accommodate up to 14 guests in five apartments. Here guests are near to attracti...
Forest Valley Cottages
Beaming with casual luxury.. Forest Valley embraces the dramatic beauty of the coastline town of Knysna with mountain and forest views. The offer...
Fernhill Tented Treehouses
Fernhill Tented Treehouses offers unique and comfortable accommodation in safari-style tents with private decks and outdoor seating. Each unit ha...
Elephant Rest Forest Cottage
Located on a farm in Rheenendal outside Knysna, Elephant Rest Forest Cottage offers self catering accommodation for six people. The timber cottag...
Fern Gully
Fern Gully is 18kms outside Knysna on the Rheenendal Road to the historical Millwood Goldmine and Jubilee Creek in a rural, forested area. The un...
The Woodlands Nest
The Nest is a Holiday Cottage that sleeps two guests. The room is upstairs on a mezzanine level and is furnished with a Queen-size bed. There is ...
Portland Manor
Portland Manor is nestled in the foothills of the Outeniqua Mountain range and just 20km from Knysna, offering accommodation in the perfect setti...
Charlesford View
Charlesford View offers four stylish and thoughtfully designed cottages which complement the surrounding landscape and seamlessly integrate luxur...
Cliffhanger Cottages
Cliffhanger Cottages are situated along the Rheenendal road and enjoy the peace of the unspoilt country, yet only a 15 minute scenic drive to the...
The School
The School is located in Rheenedal and offers comfortable guest accommodation. It is on an old school farm approximately 17km from central Knysna...
Woodcutters Forest Cottages
Situated on the edge of the Knysna Indigenous Forest these two charming self catering cottages are fully equipped for self catering complete with...
Fernhill Guest Farm
Fernhill Guest Farm is situated in the Rheenendal area just outside Knysna. Enshrouded in lush indigenous forest and surrounding a scenic lagoon ...
Forest Edge
Experience tranquillity, romance and privacy in Nature at award winning self catering cottages. Nature-lovers' retreat: birds, game, secluded roc...
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