About Karatara Pass
Karatara is the fifth of the seven passes on what is known as the 7 Passes Road. 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 through Wilderness replaced it with a faster option.
Did you know? Today the route of seven passes is one of numerous back roads that make driving this part of the country so delightful.
Karatara Pass is close to the Knysna end of the route, after the Phantom and Homtini passes (if driving from Knysna). The pass starts close to the little village of Karatara. Both it and the pass are named after the Karatara River up in the mountains, almost directly north of Sedgefield's Groenvlei Lake.
At Karatara is Tsiba College, Africa's first rural enterprise campus, where every student (from marginalised communities) receives two full scholarships – one for board and lodging and another for education, which focuses on both personal development and environmental sustainability.
At least three alternative routes lead from the 7 Passes Road down to Sedgefield.
This portion of the route was designed and implemented by Thomas Bain. The George end of the route was built by his brother-in-law Adam de Smidt. The experience was to evidently cause a rift between the two.
Karatara Pass is a short pass of under 3 km, but it drops 90 metres in altitude to the Karatara River valley, crossing the river at a concrete bridge similar to that on the Hoogekraal pass allowing two lanes of traffic.
Once over the bridge, the climb out of the valley is of the steepest of all the passes on the route and includes a notable sharp hairpin bend. The short pass comes to an end at the village of Barrington, where the road is tarred for a couple of kilometres.
Before driving the pass be aware that because it is gravel it can be pot-holed, corrugated and water-logged, depending on the weather.
Need to Know
WhereKaratara Pass, Between George and Knysna, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa
WhenBest during daylight hours.
OvernightStay in Knysna Accommodation, Garden Route
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Knysnaviews Guest House is located on the hill above the centre of Knysna with breathtaking 180 degree panoramic views of the Lagoon, the famous ...

Head over Hills
Head over Hills is a luxury guest house situated on the edge of the famous Knysna Heads from where guests have a view that is both unique and cap...

Saltwoods Guest House
Saltwoods Guest House is an affordable Bed & Breakfast in Hunters Home, Knysna. We are conveniently situated between 2 Golf courses - Knysna Golf...

Villa Mulligan
Villa Mulligan is located on the Kanonkop hill, 2 kilometres from the town centre of idyllic Knysna. The spectacular view of the Lagoon, Knysna a...

The Lofts Boutique Hotel
The Lofts Boutique Hotel is housed in the old Boatshed on Thesen Islands, Knysna. The refurbished building with its architectural design gives Th...

Isola Bella Guest House
This luxury villa is located on the water’s edge of Leisure Isle with a commanding view of Knysna’s spectacular lagoon. Step out of your front do...

The Gallery 107
The Gallery 107 offers accommodation in a modern apartment in Knysna that enjoys views of the Knysna Quays. Knysna offers various cafés and resta...

Woodlands Self Catering
Woodlands Self Catering is situated in Rheenendal and is able to accommodate up to six guests in two 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...

La Maison Du Bonheur
Situated in Leisure Isle, Knysna, La Maison Du Bonheur is a self catering holiday cottage that accommodates up to four guests. La Maison Du Bonh...

Milkwood Bay Self Catering Villa
The villa sleeps up to ten guests in five bedrooms, each with a King-size bed and an en-suite bathroom The rooms all have air conditioning and un...

La Cascade
Offering self catering accommodation for eight guests, La Cascade is a modern holiday house located in the Pezula Golf Estate. The property boast...

Waterside House
Waterside House offers accommodation on the canals of the Thesen Island marina on the scenic Knysna estuary. From here you are just 10 minutes wa...

Palm Lodge
Palm Lodge is situated on a hill overlooking the Knysna Lagoon but only three minutes from Knysna town centre. Situated on a secluded property th...

Prospect Cottage
Spacious, comfortable, furnished accommodation suitable for up to six persons. Sip drinks on the elevated wooden deck with panoramic views of the...

Greenhole Cottage
Greenhole Cottage is a three bedroom cottage found in Leisure Isle in Knysna. Greenhole Cottage sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms. The ma...

Knysna Country House
Knysna Country House is situated in the wooded suburb of Hunters Home, only minutes away from the Knysna and Pezula Golf Courses. The spacious an...

Hammock Island Loft Apartment
Hammock Island Loft sleeps 2 adults and is situated on Thesen Islands, the region's first blue flag marina, that used to be the site of the These...

Carpe Diem House
This historic house is over 150 years old and offers a character filled one-bedroom apartment. The apartment is furnished with a large private lo...

Perlekuil Castle
Perlekuil Castle offers accommodation in a large stone building built on rock at Noetzie, Knysna on the Garden Route. The property offers accommo...

Pezula Heavenly Sunset
Pezula Heavenly Sunset boasts Knysna self catering in a holiday home offering absolute luxury and comfort for a family vacation or group of golfe...

Pezula Birds Eye Views
Pezula Birds Eye Views offers Knysna self catering in a modern three bedroom home.This sunny property boasts 360 degree views overlooking the sl...

Knysna Log-Inn
This unique four star hotel offers fifty seven tastefully decorated rooms with all modern appointments. All rooms are air-conditioned, have flat ...

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 ...

B My Guest Knysna Lodge
B My Guest is conveniently situated 2km from the town center and is walking distance to the lagoon walkway. This is the perfect spot from which t...

Forest Glen Guesthouse
Situated in Knysna, Forest Glen Guesthouse provides accommodation in five luxury rooms, each with a private entrance. The house has a communal ki...

Sabrage Guesthouse
Sabrage Guesthouse offers lovely self catering accommodation on a farm at the edge of the Knysna forest. Choose from our pet friendly family unit...

Knysna Pocket Breaks Unit 14
Knysna Pocket Breaks Unit 14 is perfect for a weekend getaway or a family vacation, thanks to their great facilities and close proximity to all o...

Knysna Rose Cottage
Rose Cottage is situated in a secure, beautiful and tranquil garden where guests may enjoy observing the abundant bird-life or laze around the se...

Corner Studio
Corner Studio is a Garden Route self catering apartment in Knysna, on the same property as the main house. Perfect for a couple or business perso...

aha The Rex Hotel
Located on South Africa’s picturesque Garden Route, aha The Rex Hotel is a celebration of urban style and impeccable service. This elegantly desi...

Blackwaters River Lodge
A Getaway that offers abundant bird life, forest walks, canoeing on-site and time to relax and reflect either at the rivers edge or in the tranqu...

The Greens Guest House
Offering Bed and Breakfast accommodation, The Greens Guest House has a swimming pool and views of the Knysna Heads and Knysna Golf Course. There ...

Azure House
Set in the tranquil suburb of Paradise, 2km from the centre of town, Azure House reflects elements of Cape Cod and the Caribbean, with breathtaki...


Serendipity Knysna
Serendipity Knysna offers comfortable accommodation in Knysna. The accommodation is perfect for couples or families and larger groups vacationing...

Monks Holiday Park
Monks Holiday Park is situated on the edge of the lovely Knysna Lagoon and is within walking distance of town. Self Catering accommodation is off...

Thesen Island Villa Q9
This double storey, north facing house is located in the heart of the Thesen Island security estate in Knysna, on the quiet Quill Island. Featuri...

Amanzi Island Lodge
On the shores of the Knysna Lagoon you'll find Amanzi Island Lodge, a tranquil beach house on Leisure Isle, with spectacular views of the Knysna ...

Blue Fern of Knysna
Blue Fern Knysna offers comfortable bed & breakfast and self catering accommodation near the Knysna Lagoon. All rooms have a TV, Free Wi-Fi, tea...

The Russel Hotel
The Russel Hotel is centrally situated within walking distance of all Knysna’s popular attractions. The hotel staff is friendly and always ready ...

Elalini Backpackers
Elalini Backpackers, also referred to as "The Village" is situated at Goukamma Station, close to Goukamma Nature Reserve and Buffalo Bay and offe...

Pumula Lodge
In the heart of the Garden Route, nestled between the quaint town of Knysna and the famous Knysna Heads, lies Pumula Lodge - “the place of rest”....

Brenton Beach House
Brenton Beach House is a very pretty white Cape Cod style guest house in a quiet road overlooking the Indian Ocean, only a few minutes walk from ...

Bergsig B&B
Bergsig B&B is situated near Pezula, Knysna and Simola Golf Courses. It is situated in a quiet area and has views over the lagoon and Outeniqua M...

Knysna Chalets
Knysna Chalets is found close to the town of Knysna, which is a great place for shopping and dining with a brewery, top-class restaurants and lot...

The Big Tree House Lodge
The Big Tree House Lodge offers unique self catering accommodation in Knysna. Our three timber framed units boast magnificent views over the Knys...

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...

Pezula Heaven On Earth
Pezula Heaven On Earth is located in Knysna and is able to accommodate up to 10 guests on a self catering basis. There is a variety of attraction...

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...

Rexford Manor
Situated it the aptly named suburb of Rexford in Knysna, Rexford Manor is a sumptuously appointed guesthouse, with spectacular, high level views ...

Khoi Island House
Khoi Island House is a north facing home in Thesen Island with lovely views over the canal. The house sleeps four guests in two bedrooms. The fir...

P108 Plantation Manor
P108 Plantation Manor is a self catering holiday home in Thesen Island, Knysna. The house sleeps eight guests in four en-suite bedrooms. Two of t...

Knysna Penthouses
Knysna Penthouses offers self catering accommodation in Knysna. There are five penthouses to choose from, all of which are tastefully decorated. ...

Paradise on Ridge
Paradise on Ridge is a holiday home in Knysna offering accommodation for six guests. The house has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Two of the b...

Pearl View Guest House
Accommodation at Pearl View is provided in six rooms, all of which are tastefully decorated and furnished with either a Queen-size or a King-size...

Knysna Pocket Breaks Unit 4
Knysna is one of the popular holiday towns along the Garden Route, and home to the Knysna Pocket Breaks Unit 4. The Knysna Pocket Breaks apartmen...

Stannards Lodge
Discover a unique warmth and hospitality at this guest lodge, close to Golf courses and Lagoon in peaceful tranquil setting. Large manicured gard...

Beacon House
Beacon House is a contemporary luxury self-catering property located on the southern most property on the lower section of the Eastern Head. Thes...
Things to do in the area

Knysna Scootours
Knysna is, undoubtedly, one of the most treasured gems of the Garden Route in the Western Cape. It is a seaside resort town that offers stunning ...

Cruise Cafe
Cruise Café is a modern bistro that combines a cool vibrancy with an elegantly chic look and feel, always making patrons feel relaxed and at home...

Die Gieter Deli
Die Gieter is a South African deli situated in the heart of the Garden Route, on the Phantom Pass Road in Knysna. The locally sourced ingredients...

Day Sailing Charter with Springtide
Springtide Sailing Charters gives you the opportunity to take a turn at the helm of the 50 foot yacht, Outeniqua. You will be able to sail throug...

Dine aboard the Paddle Cruiser
The Paddle Cruiser is South Africa's only paddle-driven vessel, offering a unique and unforgettable experience on the Knysna Lagoon. For a unique...

Drumming Experience - Find Your Rhythm
Find your rhythm to the beat of your own drum. Stomp your feet in 'rain boots' like a traditional African dancer and learn the Gumboot Dance. Cre...

Knysna Heads Oyster Experience
Learn a bit about Knysna from the water! The Knysna Heads Oyster Experience involves a cruise from Thesen Island Harbour and out over the main l...

Knysna Friday Market
Booking Knysna accommodation promises all sorts of exciting finds and gorgeous views. This is a Garden Route town full of promise and natural bea...

Visit Feathers Gallery
A wonderful and unusual shopping experience awaits you, with a combination of our full range of over 380 products on display, interspersed with a...
Accommodation convenient to Karatara Pass
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