389 Things To Do in Garden Route

The beautiful and dramatic Garden Route, that stretches from around Mossel Bay to the Storms River Mouth, is an area dense with forests, beaches, lakes, rivers, kloofs and hardwood trees and is regarded as one of the most beautiful regions in the country. The area is jam-packed with things to do, and visitors are spoilt for choice. Simply driving the Garden Route is a joy, with countless picnic spots, viewpoints and attractions. From mountain biking through the Harkerville Forest, bird watching in the Wilderness National Park and abseiling into the Kaaimans River, to black water tubing down the Storms River, one is never at a loss for things to do.

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Dams & Vleis / Forests

Jubilee Creek

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
Jubilee Creek sits in the Knysna Forest and is most outstanding picnic spot you could imagine. The fresh green grass in the forest clearings sit on the edge of a ...

Hiking Trails

Kalander Kloof Hiking Trail

Overnight? Stay in Natures Valley
Nature's Valley is, undoubtedly, one of the natural gems of South Africa. Its peaceful ambience and breath-taking beauty is simultaneously humbling and ...

Beaches & Pools

Reebok Beach

Overnight? Stay in Reebok
The Reebok Beach is found along the magnificent Garden Route and like many of the beaches along this stretch of coastline you'll find that it is clean and ...

Beaches & Pools

Tergeniet Beach

Overnight? Stay in Hartenbos
Tergeniet Beach is a beloved holiday destination that attracts both locals and visitors from far and wide, with many South African families choosing this scenic ...

Beaches & Pools

The Island Beach

Overnight? Stay in Greak Brak
The calm waters of the Island Beach are ideal for kids who enjoy the water. Located at the south end of the Great Brak River estuary is this gorgeous beach that is ...

Hiking Trails

Terblans Hiking Trail

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
Terblans Hiking Trails is a circular day walk that is perfect for the whole family, due to its ease and relatively short length of 3 hours in all. The trail ...

Beaches & Pools

Myoli Beach

Overnight? Stay in Sedgefield
Myoli Beach, nestled in the charming coastal town of Sedgefield along the Garden Route, offers a tranquil escape for beach lovers, water sports enthusiasts, and ...

Beaches & Pools

Sparrebosch Beach

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
If you are up for the steep challenge of getting to Sparrebosch Beach, you wont be disappointed once you get there. This private and secluded beach has a relaxed ...

Beaches & Pools

Southern Cross Beach

Overnight? Stay in Great Brak
Southern Cross Beach is a fantastic beach for the whole family to enjoy and is an ideal place to take your picnic basket for an afternoon of fun in the sun ...

Fishing

Fishing in Robberg Nature Reserve

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
The Robberg Nature Reserve showcases the magnificence of the coast of South Africa, particularly along the world-renowned Garden Route. The entire peninsula is ...

Hiking Trails

St Blaize Hiking Trail

Overnight? Stay in Mossel Bay
The Garden Route, specifically the area around Mossel Bay, is home to the breath-taking vistas offered by the St. Blaize Hiking Trail. This trail begins at the cave ...

Bird Sanctuaries / Birding

Malachite Bird Hide

Overnight? Stay in Wilderness
Nature lovers and bird nuts flock to the Malachite Bird Hide, set in the Wilderness National Park along Langvlei Lake where you can see an outstanding array birds. ...

Picnic / Family Entertainment

Ysterhoutrug Picnic Site

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
The Ysterhoutrug picnic site should be firmly on your ‘things to do with the family' list! You'll find this site along the R339 where wooden tables and benches ...

Wheelchair Friendly / Picnic / Family Entertainment

Woodville Picnic Site

Overnight? Stay in Hoekwil
The Woodville picnic site looks like a living fairyland, with its lush green grassed areas and picnic spots under the trees. A cool stream offers a further element ...

Picnic / Family Entertainment

Velbroeksdraai Picnic Site

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
The Velbroeksdraai picnic site is a scenic location along the R339, perfect as a pit-stop along your journey up the East Coast. Enjoy viewing one of the ancient ...

Garden Route as a destination

If you are considering visiting Garden Route or have already booked your Garden Route accommodation, then you are probably keen to see what activities are available and what there is to do in the area. Explore our growing selection of Things to Do in Garden Route, or view the events that are taking place in the Garden Route during your stay, or suggest an activity if you come across something we've missed.

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