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Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna

South Africa Western Cape Knysna

Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna
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A private nature reserve on the Western Head of Knysna, reached only by ferry across the lagoon. The tour includes the ferry, a 4x4 drive up to the top of the head for the view, a guided 2.2 km walk down through coastal forest to the sea caves and cliffs, and an optional buffet lunch.


It's the best way to see the Heads from the side the public can't reach. Ferries leave from the Featherbed jetty on the Knysna waterfront several times a day; book in advance in the holidays.

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