Island Vibe Knysna  Verified Listing

Set in an indigenous forested valley and bordered on the East by a deep blue lagoon, Knysna is the pearl of the Garden Route. The town’s central location on the Garden Route makes it an ideal base to thoroughly explore the many renowned attractions in the area. Knysna itself has so much to offer that staying a day or two extra in this peaceful town is a welcome to many.

Island Vibe Knysna is in the thick of things, ideally located in the centre of town – shops, bars, restaurants and the vibrant night clubs are all within easy walking distance. The atmosphere at Island Vibe is tranquil and relaxed. From the moment you enter the front gate you will feel at home and once you spot the sunny wooden decks overlooking the Heads, you’ll know you found the right place.

Our accommodation here is small and personal; choose between comfy en-suite doubles or small cosy dorms.

Rooms are all comfortably made up with crisp clean linen, towels and soap.

Knysna is a necessary destination on any traveller’s agenda. Set in an indigenous forested valley and bordered on the East by a deep blue lagoon, Knysna is the pearl of the Garden Route.

The large wooden deck to the front of the rooms is a great sunny place to enjoy breakfast and has excellent views of the lagoon and the Heads. The best way to end your day is to join in our “social BBQ” – fires are lit every evening and coals ready for you to personally cook the authentic SA way.

Grab you drinks from our bar, play a game or two of pool.

There’s no better way to feel like you are travelling than to be recounting your tales around a braai fire, sipping a cold one and feeling the African aftermath of an awesome day.

Guided Forest Hike:
Knysna is surrounded by many forest areas offering you all degrees of hiking excellence. Lose yourself to nature, look out for the rare Knysna Loerie, feel the freshness of ferns and overhanging greenery or simply enjoy the peace and quiet. This guided trip reveals the secrets and joys of plants, birds and other smaller animals.

Canoe trip:
Once again nature beckons you to explore her beauty. No better way than to paddle in one of the many water ways in the area. Knysna Lagoon particularly offers a host of viewing pleasures as well as a chance to flip overboard and cool off.

Knysna 2Township Tour:
Knysna’s township is set on the hill above the town giving residents a bird’s eye view to the coastline. A visit to this area is not only breath taking but also gives you an intrinsic insight into the lives of South Africa’s previously disadvantaged population. On the way you will visit the school, a sangoma (African doctor) and the Rastafarian community.