379 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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Cafés & Eateries

The Med Seafood Bistro

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
Based in the heart of Plettenberg Bay, The Med is a charming bistro-style seafood restaurant, fun by a passionate family of foodies. The Med has proven that it has ...

Cafés & Eateries

Zinzi at Tsala Treetop Lodge

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
Zinzi is an African-inspired luxurious restaurant and sundowner spot, nestled in the forest between Plettenberg Bay and Knysna. With rolling gardens and forest ...

Cafés & Eateries

The Veg Table Private Dining Room

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
The Veg Table is a casually elegant private dining room that is situated just outside Knysna, in the Garden Route. This cabin-style home is nestled within the lush, ...

Hiking Trails

Cradock Peak Trail

Overnight? Stay in George
Feeling fit, energetic, enthusiastic and full of adventure? Great then get down to the Outeniqua Nature Reserve office which you will find at Witfontein near ...

Monuments / Sight Seeing / Walks & Hiking

Mossel Bay Historic Walk

Overnight? Stay in Mossel Bay
Put on your walking shoes and discover the historical buildings and facts in the Old Quarter of Mossel Bay. You can pick up a map at the Mossel Bay Tourism office ...

Family Entertainment / Sports & Leisure / Water Sports

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
Stand up paddle boarding is becoming and extremely popular sport that can be enjoyed by all. Start at any age and ride the waves in the sea or paddle in the calmer ...

Family Entertainment / Sports & Leisure

Tsitsikamma Segway Experience

Overnight? Stay in Storms River
The Tsitsikamma Forest is a wonderful place to explore with an abundance of plant and animal life around you and a varied terrain. Grab a guided tour with ...

Hiking Trails

Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail

Overnight? Stay in Tsitsikamma
The Green Flag Certified Tsitiskamma trail is the first officially accredited hiking trail and will take you through mountain fynbos and the green, flourishing ...

Birding / Walks & Hiking

Bird Watching Bird Walk

Overnight? Stay in Albertinia
If you are a bird lover and thrive on nature then here is something for you to tweet about. Get yourself to the Garden Route Game Lodge for an outstanding walk in ...

Animal Sanctuaries

Reptile Encounters

Overnight? Stay in Albertinia
If slithering snakes and all things cold blooded are your passion then you will thoroughly enjoy the Reptile encounters at the Garden Route Game Lodge. Chat to the ...

Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking

Brownhooded Kingfisher Trail

Overnight? Stay in Wilderness
Meander through the Wilderness on the Brownhooded / Half Collared Kingfisher Trail which runs along the Duiwe River. This 7.2km walk is easy going and suitable for ...

Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking

Buffalo Bay Trail

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
If you are feeling active and want a stunning location to burn that energy or simply take a gentle walk then why not get on the Buffalo Bay Trail in the Goukamma ...

Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking

Drupkelders Hiking Trail

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
Get your family together, pack a picnic, bring along your swimming costumes and get on the Drupkelders Trail. This fantastic forest trail is about 40 minutes long ...

Beaches & Pools

Keurbooms Beach

Overnight? Stay in Keurboomstrand
Keurbooms Beach, located along the renowned Garden Route in the Western Cape, is a pristine haven where the natural beauty of South Africa’s coastline unfolds in ...

Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking

Cape Clawless Otter Trail

Overnight? Stay in Sedgefield
The Cape Clawless Otter Trail is a 6.5km walk in the Goukamma Nature Reserve, along the edge of the Groenvlei Lake. The out-and-return route takes hikers ...

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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