Known for lush vegetation and spectacular scenery, the Garden Route stretches along the coast with mountains running parallel to the beautiful beaches and bays. The picture perfect coastline features many calm in-land lakes, dense green forests, meandering rivers and sun-drenched beaches. From July to December the Garden Route creates a beautiful spectacle of colour with Proteas, Ericas, Aloes and other various species of fynbos coming into bloom.
A coastal road links the charming towns including George, Wilderness, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, each offering visitors a variety of activities including horse riding, scuba diving, abseiling, golf and plentiful beaches to name a few. The natural beauty of the Garden Route creates the perfect backdrop for great hikes including three of South Africa's top hikes: the Otter, Tsitsikama, and Dolphin trails.
The Garden Route is a great year round destination with its Mediterranean climate attracting holiday-makers and sun seekers in summer, and those looking for quiet, solitude in the winter months.
Articles about Garden Route
- Fishing Guide to Knysna
- Top 10 things to do on Route 62
- Explore the Crags near Plettenberg Bay
- The Dias Museum
- Canoe Trail Near Plettenberg Bay
- Family Fun at Garden Route Game Lodge
- Quiet Camping in Nature's Valley
- Sleeping in a Tree House - Tenqiua Treetops
- Sleeping in a Khoi-San Hut
- Unique Places to Stay Along the Garden Route
- Country Luxury at Kurland Estate
- Knysna's Best Kept Secret
- Garden Route
- Family Fun at Gondwana
- 4 Must-Dos in Plettenberg Bay
- Old fashioned family fun at Eight Bells Mountain Inn
- 17 Fireplace Stays Perfect for Winter
- 9 Country stays along the Garden Route
- Affordable Backpackers along the Garden Route
- Six off-the-track stays in the Garden Route
- 5 Trendy Boutique Hotels along the Garden Route
- 4 Romantic stays along the Garden Route
- Cosy Stays in Cottages and Cabins along the Garden Route
- Amazing Glamping and Camping Spots along the Garden Route
