Events in Garden Route in September 2025

Soar 30 meters above the forest floor on a thrilling zipline. Glide between platforms and dive into the stunning beauty of the Tsitsikamma indigenous forest in Africa’s first adventure of its kind.

Look out for rhinos, lions, elephants, wildebeests, and more on a 3-hour guided game drive at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Enjoy a tour to spot over 26 different species of animals, and more than 200 species of birds that inhabit the reserve.

Try your hand at canyoning and learn to scramble, float, swim, walk, and abseil. Choose from a short or standard trip, take in stunning scenery, and get into the adventure.

Sit back and relax on a scenic boat trip around the tranquil Knysna Lagoon. Watch the sky change color as the sun sets, and enjoy your preordered oysters, snacks, and drinks on board.

Celebrate a special occasion aboard a luxury cruiser as you sail around Knysna Lagoon. Marvel at the beautiful surroundings, birds and other wildlife as you relax with your family or friends.

Discover the Knysna Forests riding down massive slopes. Experience the thrill as you carve down winding trails. Keep your eyes peeled for local fauna.

Get an adrenaline rush from the world’s highest bung jump. Enjoy spectacular views from Bloukrans Bridge, which connects some of South Africa’s most beautiful national parks.

Enjoy a fun, family friendly guided boat cruise around the stunning Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Heads. Relax on board the boat, soak up the glorious South African sunshine, and admire breathtaking views as you glide along the glistening waters of Knysna.

Go by boat to Robberg Marine Protected Area, where over 8000 Cape fur seals are located. Join a guided swim and spend up to 30 minutes with these amazing animals in the water.

Enjoy a half-day guided tour of the Swartberg Pass from Oudtshoorn. See the 300-million-year-old Sandstone formations, the Fauna and Flora, and the Swartberg Mountains in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.