National Park Western Cape
Garden Route National Park
The long park that stitches Wilderness, Knysna, and the Tsitsikamma — lagoon, forest, and coast in one reserve.
Trip Anchor
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Trip Role
Trip Anchor
Ideal stay
3 days
Best for
Hiking and coastal adventure.
Our take
A lush, multi-faceted coastal playground.
A lush, multi-faceted coastal playground.
- Trip Role
- Trip Anchor
- Ideal Stay
- 3 days
- Time Needed
- 3-4 days
- Best For
- Hiking and coastal adventure.
- Go If
- You enjoy a mix of forest hiking, coastal scenery, and water-based activities.
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Why it's worth your time
This expansive park encompasses the forests, lagoons, and coastline of the Garden Route, including the famous Tsitsikamma section. It is a diverse landscape of indigenous forest, river estuaries, and dramatic cliffs.
What we love
The suspension bridge at Storms River Mouth.
What to know
The park is spread across several distinct areas; plan your travel time between them accordingly.
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