Luxury Sunset Cruise on the Estuary

Duration1h - 1h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Watch Knysna come alive in a glow of gold, pink and amber as you cruise the tranquil lagoon towards the iconic Knysna Heads aboard Bella Vita, our stylish 24-foot luxury lagoon cruiser.

Settle into comfortable lounge seating and soak up the changing colours of the sky, forested hills and Garden Route coastline. Keep an eye out for the lagoon’s birdlife and playful seals along the way.

Enhance your experience with pre-ordered oysters, sparkling wine or a charcuterie board to enjoy as the sun sets. A relaxed and scenic way to end the day on the sheltered waters of the Knysna Lagoon.

Options

Sep - November 2027

Dec 2026 - Feb 2027

Sep - November 2026 17:30

May - August 2027

March - April 2027

What's included

Comfortable lounge-style seating
Wildlife and birdlife viewing opportunities
Scenic views of Knysna Estuary and the Heads
Bella Vita sunset lagoon cruise
Professional skipper

Enjoy a selection of refreshing beverages from our onboard cash bar while you cruise the lagoon and take in the sunset.
Enjoy a selection of refreshing beverages from our onboard cash bar while you cruise the lagoon and take in the sunset.
Shoes are not permitted onboard. Kick back, go barefoot and enjoy the cruise!
Enjoy a selection of snacks available to purchase onboard, including crisps, nuts, biltong and dry wors. Charcuterie boards and oysters are available by pre-order only.

What to expect

Knysna Lagoon
Pass by

Our experienced crew will welcome you at the jetty and take you on a scenic trip of the beautiful Knysna Lagoon where a myriad of marine life can be found. Thereafter you will be brought back to the meeting point.
Knysna Heads
Pass by

Cruise towards the iconic Knysna Heads, where the tranquil estuary meets the Indian Ocean. Take in dramatic cliffs, sweeping coastal views and the ever-changing colours of the evening sky as the sun sets over Knysna. Relax aboard Bella Vita, soak up the scenery and capture stunning photographs from the water.
Featherbed Nature Reserve
Pass by

Discover the untouched beauty of Featherbed Nature Reserve on Knysna’s Western Head. From the water, take in sweeping views of the lagoon, rugged coastline and dramatic headlands, with the reserve’s lush fynbos and coastal landscape rising above the shoreline. A peaceful escape into one of Knysna’s most scenic natural settings.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Ocean Sailing Charters is situated on the Sirocco Jetty on Thesen Island next to Tapas Restaurant. When facing Tapas Restaurant, you will see the sign for Ocean Sailing Charters when you look to your right.

End point

Ocean Sailing Charters is situated on the Sirocco Jetty on Thesen Island next to Tapas Restaurant. When facing Tapas Restaurant, you will see the sign for Ocean Sailing Charters when you look to your right.

Additional information

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9 (17)