Knysna Boat Tours at a glance
- Our pick: Knysna Boat Cruise: Classic Wooden Boats, Calm Lagoon, US$ 33 per person (1h 15m, 4.92★ · 203).
- Best value: Knysna Lagoon Cruise: Vintage Sloep to the Heads, US$ 30 per person (1h 15m, 4.72★ · 25).
- Private option: Knysna Heads & Lagoon Boat Cruise: 75 min scenic tour, US$ 33 per person (1h 15m, 4.80★ · 51).
Price per person across the 10 options priced per person: US$ 30–US$ 140 (median US$ 49). With 100+ reviews: 1 of 10.
Of the 10 options: 10 with live guides in English, 10 with free cancellation, 10 with instant confirmation, 7 kid-friendly, 1 private and 10 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
Knysna Boat Tours
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10 options
Knysna Boat Cruise: Classic Wooden Boats, Calm Lagoon Cruise the Knysna Lagoon aboard a restored wooden boat with a small group on sheltered, calm water: no swell, no crowds. Every day · 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.92 (203 reviews) Duration: 1h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 33 per person
Knysna: Whale Watching Boat Tour & Close Encounters Feel the ocean spray on a Knysna whale watching tour, with close encounters of migrating whales, dolphins, and local marine life. Includes local guide and safety briefing. Every day · 09:30, 12:00 and 15:00 · Season until 30 Nov ★ 4.62 (93 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 111 per person
Knysna Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner & Sparkling Wine Sail from Knysna Waterfront through the estuary to the Heads and Indian Ocean, with a Mediterranean platter and two glasses of South African Cap Classique. Every day · 16:00 and 17:00 ★ 4.81 (47 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 122 per person
Knysna Heads & Lagoon Boat Cruise: 75 min scenic tour Cruise the Knysna Lagoon for 75 minutes aboard the Oyster Boat, passing through turquoise Featherbed Bay and out to the famous Knysna Heads with a local. Every day · 7 start times, 09:00 to 17:00 · All ages ★ 4.80 (51 reviews) Duration: 1h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 33 per person
Knysna Lagoon Cruise: Vintage Sloep to the Heads Cruise the Knysna Lagoon aboard a vintage European Sloep boat from Thesen Island, rounding the famous Knysna Heads with safety gear provided for a scenic coastal journey. Every day · 6 start times, 10:00 to 18:00 · Up to age 75 ★ 4.72 (25 reviews) Duration: 1h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 30 per person
Knysna Heads & Lagoon cruise: 1.5-hour sightseeing tour Cruise the Knysna Lagoon and through the Knysna Heads to sea caves and coves on a 1.5-hour sightseeing tour with a local guide and groups capped at 25 people. Every day · 09:30, 12:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.50 (32 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 95 per person
Knysna Sunset Cruise: Wine & Oysters on the Lagoon Enjoy a 90-minute sunset cruise on Knysna Lagoon with wine and oyster tastings while viewing the Knysna Heads as day fades to dusk. Every day · 17:30 and 18:15 · All ages ★ 4.67 (21 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 49 per person
Knysna Oyster Tour: Taste wild and cultivated on the lagoon Ninety-minute guided boat cruise on Knysna Lagoon to the Heads with live oyster tasting, white wine and soft drinks included. Small group, English-speaking guide. Every day · 12:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.33 (12 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 49 per person
Knysna Day Sailing Cruise: Lagoon to Heads in 1.5 hours Sail from Knysna Waterfront through the lagoon and out the Knysna Heads into the Indian Ocean on a 1.5-hour cruise with an experienced crew. Every day · 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 ★ 4.75 (4 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 94 per person
Knysna Day Sail & Lunch: 2.5 Hour Charter Through the Heads Sail the Knysna Lagoon and Heads for 2.5 hours with a live English-speaking guide, then return to calmer waters for Mediterranean-style lunch on board. Every day · 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00 ★ 4.75 (4 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 140 per person
All 10 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knysna Boat Cruise: Classic Wooden Boats, Calm LagoonOur pickGroup of up to 14 | US$ 33 per person | 1h 15m | 4.92★ · 203 | Every day · 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 | English |
| Knysna Lagoon Cruise: Vintage Sloep to the HeadsBest valueGroup of up to 10 | US$ 30 per person | 1h 15m | 4.72★ · 25 | Every day · 6 start times, 10:00 to 18:00 | English |
| Knysna Heads & Lagoon Boat Cruise: 75 min scenic tourPrivate optionPrivate | US$ 33 per person | 1h 15m | 4.80★ · 51 | Every day · 7 start times, 09:00 to 17:00 | English |
| Knysna: Whale Watching Boat Tour & Close Encounters | US$ 111 per person | 2h | 4.62★ · 93 | Every day · 09:30, 12:00 and 15:00 · Season until 30 Nov | English |
| Knysna Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner & Sparkling WineGroup of up to 12 | US$ 122 per person | 2h 30m | 4.81★ · 47 | Every day · 16:00 and 17:00 | English |
| Knysna Heads & Lagoon cruise: 1.5-hour sightseeing tour | US$ 95 per person | 1h 30m | 4.50★ · 32 | Every day · 09:30, 12:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Knysna Sunset Cruise: Wine & Oysters on the LagoonGroup of up to 12 | US$ 49 per person | 1h 30m | 4.67★ · 21 | Every day · 17:30 and 18:15 | English |
| Knysna Oyster Tour: Taste wild and cultivated on the lagoonGroup of up to 12 | US$ 49 per person | 1h 30m | 4.33★ · 12 | Every day · 12:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Knysna Day Sailing Cruise: Lagoon to Heads in 1.5 hoursGroup of up to 12 | US$ 94 per person | 1h 30m | 4.75★ only 4 reviews | Every day · 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Knysna Day Sail & Lunch: 2.5 Hour Charter Through the HeadsGroup of up to 12 | US$ 140 per person | 2h 30m | 4.75★ only 4 reviews | Every day · 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00 | English |
By what you need
- Private (1): Knysna Heads & Lagoon Boat Cruise: 75 min scenic tour (US$ 33 per person)