South Africa · Wildlife

3-Day Baviaanskloof Tour from Knysna with Bergplaas Stay

3 Days Round trip from Knysna Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Baviaanskloof, a World Heritage Site of outstanding natural beauty
  • 02 Travel through the picturesque Prince Alfred's Pass to Uniondale
  • 03 Learn about the geology, early settlers, and indigenous people of the region
  • 04 See concentrations of early bushman rock art and recently discovered burial sites

Depart from Knysna for a 3-day journey into Baviaanskloof, a World Heritage Site known for its spectacular landforms, diverse flora and fauna, and outstanding natural beauty. This remarkable wilderness area also preserves important evidence of human history spanning millions of years. Travel through the picturesque Prince Alfred's Pass, explore the geology of the region, learn about its early settlers and indigenous people, and discover wildlife, rock art, and recently discovered burial sites along the way.

Depart from Knysna for a 3-day journey into Baviaanskloof, a World Heritage Site known for its spectacular landforms, diverse flora and fauna, and outstanding natural beauty.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Knysna, Uniondale
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Knysna to Baviaanskloof via Prince Alfred's Pass

  • Depart from Knysna early in the morning.

  • Make your way up the picturesque Prince Alfred's Pass to the small town of Uniondale.

  • Enter the Baviaanskloof from the west.

  • Explore the geology of the Baviaanskloof.

  • Learn about the early settlers and the indigenous people of this area.

2
Day 02

Bergplaas Plateau, Wildlife, and Rock Art

  • Make your way to the eastern plateau to spend a night at Bergplaas.

  • Exit the reserve at the eastern boundary near the farming community of Patensie.

  • See citrus, tobacco, and vegetable crops grown alongside other agricultural products.

  • Witness buffalo, leopard, bush pig, baboon, monkey, a variety of antelope, and a myriad of birdlife in the reserve.

  • Explore the concentrations of early bushman rock art.

  • View burial sites that have been recently discovered.

3
Day 03

Scenic Morning and Return to Knysna

  • Rise early to witness a scenic view and depart for Knysna.

Prince Alfred's Pass, Uniondale, Baviaanskloof wilderness, Bergplaas Plateau

Where this trip takes you

Prince Alfred's Pass, Uniondale, Baviaanskloof wilderness, Bergplaas Plateau

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Knysna 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation.

  • Meals and transport from the point of departure.

  • Minimum charge applies.

  • English-speaking tour guide.

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities.

  • Personal expenses.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Knysna, South Africa
Tour start
Knysna, South Africa
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Knysna.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $81.62 — $326.50
Double Sharing $81.62 — $163.25

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