The most spectacular Garden Route is known as 'the Eden of South Africa'. The lush vegetation of the Garden Route gave the area its name. A rugged coastline, indigenous forests, waterfalls and long beaches of white sand are found all along the route. The world's highest bungy jump (216 metres) is situated at the Bloukrans Bridge near the Tsitsikamma Forest and Coastal National Park.
The scenic “Garden” from George or Oudtshoorn through Knysna is probably the best known route because of its lush vegetation, bird-life, lakes and lagoons, coastline and many leisure activities. The towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay are ideal places to stay and Capetonians and foreign visitors often make an annual pilgrimage to these beauty spots.
KNYSNA, the capital of the Garden Route, is a quaint seaside village on a protected lagoon. The town is known for the yellowwood forest and fresh-water oysters and is a favourite holiday destination. From Knysna one can experience a nostalgic ride in the world-famous Outeniqua Choo-Choo steam train, a cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, or just a leisurely amble amongst the many arts and craft shops for which this area is known.
PLETTENBERG BAY further along the coast with long stretches of pristine white beaches is then home of the Dolphin Studies and Research Center.
TSITSIKAMMA National Park is a pristene coastal area with endless beaches and bays. The area is very popular with nature lovers, hikers and fishermen. Oyster Bay is a beautiful private coastal reserve set on 235 hectares and incorporates magnificent dunes, woods, river deltas, beaches, wetlands and lagoons and is conveniently situated between Knysna and Port Elizabeth.
ST FRANCIS BAY, the Eastern Gateway to the Garden Route lies only 100km west of Port Elizabeth and is known for its endless stretches of pristine beaches and a surfers paradise.
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