WILDERNESS ACTIVITIES

Attractions to delight!

The quaint and breathtaking Wilderness village provides all amenities you'll need, including great restaurants, groceries store, chemist, bars, brewery, fuel, ATM's etc.

Immerse yourself in wonderful local markets, crafts and art studios.

• Visit the nearby Timberlake farm village and organic food.
• Don't miss the widely acclaimed Sedgefield Farmer's Market on Saturday morning!

We are on the doorstep of the Garden Route National Park.

Birdwatching haven: Your villa, and the area, offer unique and abundant birdwatching opportunities.

Yoga: enjoy some of the best Yoga classes and lessons to be found anywhere.

Slow down to the slow, meditative, earthy pace that Wilderness seems to inspire!

Wilderness is centrally situated in the Garden Route for day trips to famous attractions like the Knysna Heads, Cango Caves, Pinnacle Point and more. Big 5 safari attractions like Plett Game Reserve are within reach of a day trip.

Get active in Wilderness

The immaculate, picturesque beach and lagoon offer all the water fun you can imagine. Sunbathe or body surf, or get active:

• Surfing: leap into the waves or attend the Victoria Bay surf school 10 minutes away.
• SUP: stand up paddle boarding and full face snorkelling are offered by Oarstruck
• Canoeing: great outings and rentals nearby.
• Fishing: rock and surf fishing in and around the area

Enjoy stunning forest walks and picnic areas. We highly recommend the Kingfisher trails ranging from 3.8-10km.

Golfing: the Garden Route is knows for its variety of beautiful Golf Courses. Nearby you'll find George Golf Club, Kingswood and Fancourt.

Mountainbiking: a range of trails to choose from, MTB hire nearby and about half an hour to the renowned Garden Route Trail Park!

Adrenaline Junkies: abseiling, kloofing, paragliding plus the wold's highest bridge bungy jump!

Wilderness Events

Popular events are offered throughout the year - don't miss out!

• Victoria Bay Surfing Competitions: April & August
• Walking Festival: March / April
• 7 passes MTB event: July
• Sedgefield Slow Festival: (charity)
• Pink Loerie Mardi Gras: April - May
• Knysna Speed Festival: Early May (charity)
• Oyster Festival: July, incl the Knysna Forest Marathon & Knysna Cycle Tour

Rainy Days

You'll be so cosy and comfy, you may even look forward to the odd rainy day!

Right here at the Wilderness Gem Luxury Villa you can lose yourself in a movie, some boardgames or an absorbing book.

Get some fresh, local, organic produce and cook a meal to feed your soul.

Spoil yourself and your loved ones with a professional massage.

When last did you curl up in the rain for a nap?

Meander through the local village shops and galleries

Explore the comprehensive George Mall with movie theatre and all major stores.