Wilderness

Wilderness, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in the world, is unique in the sense that it is a conservation area around a place where people actually live.

This fascinating tapestry of land between

• picturesque lakes and
• glittering white beaches is an all-year destination that enjoys over 200 days of sunshine a year.
• The whale season is between June and November.

Nature lovers are spoilt for choice at Wilderness.
The unique wetland ecosystem - a continuous web of river, vlei and marsh - is sanctuary to thousands of birds, from coots and herons to fish eagles and kingfishers. A walk along the many trails to the lake and the indigenous forest may reward one with a glimpse of rare bird species such the famous Knysna Loerie. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean, the sandy beaches and the lakes provide many opportunities for water sports.

The variety of restaurants and the calm lazy air about Wilderness makes it the perfect place to relax and recharge your batteries.

Attractions

• Go surfing or swimming in the sea
• Sail or ski on the lake
• Go canoeing up the winding Kaaiman's river
• Go fishing at flat rock
• Whale and Dolphin watching
• Ride the Outeniqua Choo-Choo train
• Visit local craft markets
• Bunjy jumping
• Learn to paraglide in Wilderness
• Visit the (very) Big Tree
• Go for long walks on the beach or just soak up some rays (tan)
• Bird watching
• Very good restaurants
• Famous golf course (Fancourt)
• Bowling, tennis and mini-golf

Access

• Wilderness is situated in the heart of the Garden Route in the Southern Cape region of South Africa on the Indian Ocean.
• It is approximately 450 km from Cape Town and
• 17 km from George in the direction of Knysna.

The nearest national airport is at George where cars can be rented. A 20 minutes drive from George airport on the N2 towards Knysna will bring you in the vicinity of the dunes in Wilderness- East.

Cars can also be rented at Cape Town International Airport (National road N2: Cape Town - George - Wilderness)