395 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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Picnic

Wilderness Picnics

Overnight? Stay in Wilderness
Wilderness is a holiday hotspot along the Garden Route, famous for its pristine beaches, beautiful lakes, and surrounding mountains. Visitors that have booked ...

Extreme Sports

Abseiling in the Kaaimans Gorge

Overnight? Stay in Wilderness
The serene Kaaimans Gorge in Wilderness holds one of the most beautiful abseil sights you will find. You abseil 45m right next to a magnificent waterfall and land ...

Water Sports

Sea Kayaking in Plettenberg Bay

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
When on holiday in the Garden Route and you are staying in Plettenberg Bay, try kayaking with an experienced guide from Central Beach to Robberg Nature Reserve ...

Family Entertainment / Wheelchair Friendly

Sedgefield Classic Cars

Overnight? Stay in Sedgefield
Sedgefield Classic Cars is a Major Tourist Attraction in the Cape Garden Route and is situated on the N2 between Knysna and the Wilderness. Sedgefield Classic ...

Animal Sanctuaries / Family Entertainment

Monkey around at Monkeyland

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
Swing yourself into a tree thick primate sanctuary and explore un-caged monkeys and pre-monkey species that take your affection captive. A free walking foot safari ...

Farm Stalls & Markets

Silver Lily Cheese Farm

Overnight? Stay in George
Situated on the Geelhoutboom Road on the rural outskirts of George, easily accessible from all main roads, Silver Lily Cheese Farm invites you on an aromatic cheese ...

Cafés & Eateries

Pembreys Bistro

Overnight? Stay in Knysna
Pembreys is one of those fantastic restaurants where the menu is created by a passionate trained chef / owner, with overtones of European influences, with the ...

Family Entertainment / Sports & Leisure

Acrobranch Tree Top Adventure

Overnight? Stay in Wilderness
Acrobranch Tree Top Adventures located at the Timberlake Organic Village between Wilderness and Sedgefield along the pictureques and scenic Garden Route is well ...

Water Sports / Sports & Leisure / Extreme Sports

Swim with Seals

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
Snorkel with friendly inquisitive Cape Fur Seals! No experience required. Wetsuits, mask, snorkel and fins supplied. Swim with friendly inquisitive fur seals. No ...

Bird Sanctuaries

Raptor Rescue

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
Visit the Bird of Prey Rehabilitation and Awareness Centre. This outstanding rehabilitation centre strives to raise community awareness of raptors and the impact of ...

Wine Tours & Tasting

Cool Bay Wines

Overnight? Stay in Mossel Bay
Cool Bay is found in a non traditional wine area. You'll find them on the Robinson Pass above Mossel Bay. Carel Nel is the owner and cellamaster of these vineyards ...

Arts & Crafts / Malls & Shopping

Langa Lapu Fabric, Art and Craft

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
Langalapu is a small art and craft shop on the N2, just outside Plettenberg bay in the Garden Route (on the Port Elizabeth side). Bright fabrics and dresses ...

Cafés & Eateries / Farm Stalls & Markets

Thyme & Again Farm Stall

Overnight? Stay in Keurboomstrand
While cruising through the Garden Route, along the N2, Thyme & Again may quite easily slip by unmissed. But, what a sadness that would be. Thyme & Again is ...

Extreme Sports

Quad Biking at Southern Comfort Ranch

Overnight? Stay in Plettenberg Bay
Beginners as well as experienced quad bike riders are welcome at Southern Comfort Western Horse Ranch. All Quad bike trails start on the man-made obstacle course ...

Cafés & Eateries

De Vette Mossel

Overnight? Stay in Great Brak
The De Vette Mossel is a seafood feasting experience - on the beach, sipping on wine, gazing over the sea... Take off your shoes and walk along the sand to find ...

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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