The Garden Route is considered to be one of the most beautiful coastal sceneries in the world.

The Garden Route is a stretch of coastal land about three hundred km from Cape Town roughly starting at Mossel Bay and ending near Storms River. It is an area with hiking trails, valleys, lakes, protected parks, bays, mountainous scenery, historical sites and pristine beaches. Flower fanatics have a great time in South African early spring when all the wildflowers are blooming. You will pass pitoresque areas and towns such as Knysna, George, Nature's Valley and Tsitsikamma Forest and Coastal National Park. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Africa. It is easy to book tours and there are many hotels, bars and restaurants. During high season, July to November, it can be crowded at times, so book in advance.

The best known locations for diving are Mossel Bay, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and inside the Tsitsikamma Marine Park. Whale viewing can be done in almost all bays, but Still Bay and halfway the St Blaize's hiking trail are some of the best spots to see them. There are also many touristic whale viewing tours that put you on a boat and search for whales out in the open ocean.

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Tonquani Lodge & Spa

Tonquani Lodge & Spa www.tonquani.co.za 0443824355 0443841269

1 Cherry lane, Welbedacht Lane... 6570 Knysna

Knysna's multi award winning lodge offers luxurious individually decorated log chalets and family suites with every conceivable comfort including minibar, complimentary port and chocolates, tea, coffee and biscuits, TV, hair dryer, heater and airconditioner. Three units have a Jacuzzi bath, fireplace and the executive chalet has a private spa for the ultimate in pampering. All units have private patios, airconditioner and barbecues and are serviced daily. For our guests' convenience we offer an affordable on-site laundry service. Sun loungers invite you to enjoy the welcoming coolness of the main swimming pool which is set in tranquil gardens where you can also enjoy a light lunch on the decked lapa. Three units have private splash pools and there is secure on–site undercover parking. Play a game of croquet on the manicured lawns or laze beside the swimming pool.

Knysna's multi award winning lodge offers luxurious individually decorated log chalets and family suites with every conceivable comfort including minibar, complimentary port and chocolates, tea, coffee and biscuits, TV, hair dryer, heater and airconditioner. Three units have a Jacuzzi bath, fireplace and the executive chalet has a private spa for the ultimate in pampering. All units have private patios, airconditioner and barbecues and are serviced daily. For our guests' convenience we offer an affordable on-site laundry service. Sun loungers invite you to enjoy the welcoming coolness of the main swimming pool which is set in tranquil gardens where you can also enjoy a light lunch on the decked lapa. Three units have private splash pools and there is secure on–site undercover parking. Play a game of croquet on the manicured lawns or laze beside the swimming pool. The Spa has been designed to ensure total relaxation and privacy and clients enjoy the exclusive use of the Spa facilities during their treatment. There are all kinds of treatments and therapies to relax, replenish and invigorate. Guests can look forward to enjoying a full and varied breakfast with freshly baked scones, muffins and pancakes. On request all meals can be served in your unit. A light lunch menu is offered and complimentary tea and cake is served every afternoon. South Africa has been listed amongst the top ten most desirable destinations in the world with the Garden Route as one of the top three. In a countrywide poll, Knysna was twice voted “Most popular town in South Africa”. This quaint town in the heart of the Garden Route has been built around the Knysna lagoon and still projects a village atmosphere with its art and craft shops and beautiful waterfront. Knysna Tonquani Lodge is situated just 1.3km from Knysna town and 700 meters from the Knysna Lagoon. There are more than eight golf courses, all easily accessible from Knysna. Our Reception has an on-site Information Centre with brochures & maps. We will gladly make all necessary bookings on your behalf. The log Chalets are a honeymooners delight with complimentary champagne, chocolates, fruit bowl and flowers, white percale cotton linen & bathrobes. On-site undercover parking.

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The best dive sites and top diving locations in Garden Route rated by divers since last year.

1. Rated 4.0, 1 ratingsPaquita Wreck
2. Rated 3.0, 3 ratingsMossel Bay
3. Rated 2.0, 1 ratingsBruce Se Bank