Venture through the Knysna Heads and beyond for a marine experience of a lifetime. Marvel at the magnificent caves, cliffs, beaches, and vast array of marine life on a Garden Route Coastline cruise.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Afrikaans

Highlights

Let your worries slip away as you experience the Garden Route in all its glory
Cruise through the iconic Knysna Heads, snapping some amazing photos on the way
Discover the diverse Knysna estuary and coastline from a unique vantage point
Glide across the Indian Ocean, taking in its unparalleled grandeur and beauty
Experience the abundant marine life off the coast of Knysna and spot dolphins

Full description

Experience the three most iconic sites of Knysna on a 1.5-hour eco cruise of the Knysna estuary. Cruise along the rugged headlands and encounter the abundant marine life of the coastal waters. Navigate the amazing estuary and pass the picturesque Knysna Heads. Venture further out into the expansive Indian Ocean to look for dolphins, seals, penguins, and Bryde's whales in their natural environment. Learn more about the geological features and wildlife you encounter for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Includes

Life Jackets
Water

Not suitable for

People with back problems

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Meeting point

Meet at Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching office at TH22 Long Street, Thesen Harbour Town, Knysna.

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Important information

What to bring

Warm clothing
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Jacket

Not allowed

Pets
Baby strollers
Smoking
Food and drinks
Baby carriages

Know before you go

This activity is sea and weather conditions permitting; passengers will be contacted on the day of the activity if conditions are not ideal
Sightings are not guaranteed
A minimum of 4 passengers is required to proceed with the activity; if the minimum is not reached, you will be notified before the activity
Life jackets are compulsory and will be supplied
Those prone to motion sickness are at risk for seasickness on board; those individuals are recommended to take motion sickness medicine (available at any pharmacy)

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 21 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.8/5
Transportation
4.7/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Safety
5/5

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The tour was really nice, we got to see the lagoon, went along the coast and on the open ocean. Unfortunately we didn’t see any dolphins but our guide tried his best to find some. But that’s just how nature works sometimes. We did see a lot of seals though. All in all a great tour and a great guide. Thanks for having us.

April 5, 2022

It was an amazing experience, the guide was absolutely fantastic and went out of his way to make sure we saw whales and dolphins. The ride was epic with absolutely breathtaking experiences and landscapes. It's the first time we've had a skipper that was exceptional and did not feel pressured by the time frame as our skipper. Definitely will come back next year to do it again!

October 18, 2020

May 3, 2022

Knysna: Dolphin Watching and Garden Route Coastline Cruise

Knysna: Dolphin Watching and Garden Route Coastline Cruise

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