6 Cape Town Sunset Cruises in Garden Route Worth Booking

1.Wine & Oyster Luxury Lounger Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 133 reviews · 1h 30m · from $46Our pick

Set out from Thesen Island on a small luxury cruiser with an English-speaking guide such as Justin, Miguel, or Ryan. You will cruise toward the Knysna Heads, hear local stories, and enjoy three oysters, South African white wine, and soft drinks as the sun sets.

“We really enjoyed the tour and the tour guide was very knowledgeable regarding the area and history of Knysna. Will definitely recommend this tour to friends.”

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2.Luxury Sunset Cruise with Captain’s Barbeque

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 114 reviews · 2 hours · from $111

Meet the crew at Sirocco Restaurant Jetty on Thesen Island for a two-hour sunset sail. A skipper and host guide the 12-passenger catamaran past Leisure Isle, Featherbed Nature Reserve, and the Knysna Heads, with bubbly, snacks, and a Captain’s barbeque if selected.

“Fantastic hospitality from start to finish. We had a great experience. Wonderful bbq to finish. Highly recommend.”

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3.Knysna Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $46

Set out from Thesen Island on a 90-minute, fully guided oyster-boat cruise toward Knysna Heads. Enjoy complimentary local oysters and white wine while guides such as Justin, Bjorn, or Benjamin share information about Knysna and South Africa. The boat returns to the meeting point.

“We had the best time. I would do it again given the chance. Thank you Justin for being a great host, it was a nice experience.”

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4.Sunset Boat Cruise on Bella Vita Champagne Lounger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $26Best value

Spend about 90 minutes aboard Bella Vita with Ocean Sailing Charters, cruising from Thesen Island across Knysna Lagoon toward the Knysna Heads. Expect a small group of up to 12, a welcoming skipper such as Leandi or Janré, sunset views, and optional drinks from the onboard cooler.

“We had a wonderful time on our cruise! The crew was so nice and went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable. Highly recommended!”

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5.Private Sunset Cruise on Knysna Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $124

You will cruise Knysna Lagoon for 1.5 hours aboard Bella Vita, a private lagoon cruiser departing from Thesen Harbour Town. A skipper and guide take you toward the Knysna Heads while you enjoy sunset views, bubbles, and optional pre-ordered oysters, snacks, or drinks.

“Beautiful boat, fantastic skipper. We had a great time.”

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6.Knysna Lagoon: Pontoon Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $52

Set out from The Water Club on Thesen Island for a guided pontoon cruise across Knysna Lagoon. You’ll pass canals, watch for birdlife and marine life, head toward the Knysna Heads, and finish with complimentary wine as the sun goes down.

“Very nice tour with a very friendly guide who explained a lot. There were delicious snacks and good wine.”

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