DescriptionFish Eagle Lodge in Knysna: affordable Knysna accommodation, beautifully positioned with a view of the Knysna Lagoon and mountains. A perfect base to explore surrounding indigenous forests, trails, lakes and beaches. Nestling on the banks of a turquoise blue lagoon in the heart of the Garden Route is the picturesque town of Knysna. Pristine beaches, lakes, mountains, forests, and rivers provide endless opportunity for leisure and outdoor activities. Within the town, craft shops and cafés beckon with small-town charm and hospitality. The area is a veritable garden of Eden: home to the only forest elephant in South Africa, the unique Knysna seahorse, the Brenton-blue butterfly, the Pansy shell, Knysna Turaco and a variety of water fowl, forest birds, dolphins, visiting whales and a fine team of associated Knysna jewellers. A temperate climate and a fine selection of restaurants, golf estates, health spas, boat cruises, nature reserves, and outdoor activities make Knysna the perfect holiday destination. Even in winter the warm Indian Ocean attracts many a swimmer. The indigenous forests are dotted with well marked walks and cycling/horse riding paths, whilst the 8000 plant species of the Cape fynbos attract many birds (some endemic to the area).With an average January temperature of 26ºC and the winter averageof 18ºC, it is a happy climate all year round. Accommodation
Rates1 Sept. 2010 until 31 August 2011 From R435.00 to R545.00 pp, per night, sharing (Bed & Breakfast)
DirectionsComing from Port Elizabeth on the N2 drive straight through the town of Knysna. Almost at the end of Knysna see a Total Petrol Station on your right. Travel further West on the N2. Once one has past the 1st traffic light the N2 becomes a dual highway (the lagoon will be on your left). Then turn right into Welbedacht Lane at the 3rd traffic light. Drive Welbedacht Lane straight up until the tarred road ends, turn left and you will see our signs directing you to our Guesthouse. Coming from the George side , travel East on the N2 toward Knysna. Eventuelly one crosses a bridge which takes the N2 over the Knysna lagoon /river, once over ,travel exactly for 3,5km until you see the 1st traffic light. Turn left into Welbedacht Lane. Drive on Welbedacht straight up until the tarred road ends, turn left and you will see our signs directing you to our Guesthouse. |