Knysna’s natural beauty stealing the limelight once again

Tourism Month celebrations started earlier this year as the town won the KFM Best of the Cape Award for “Best Dorpie” for the third year consecutively. Knysna Municipal Local Economic Development Manager, Lungiswa Goya, said this feeds into the national theme of Tourism Month, “Peace and Optimism”.

“Tourism is one of Knysna’s main economic indicators and the livelihood of many of our residents depends on the industry. The award confirms once again Knysna’s popularity as a sought-after tourism destination. We certainly feel the “Optimism” the national theme refers to. The tourism economy showed considerable growth last year and the attendance to annual events like the Simola Hill Climb and Knysna Oyster Festival was close to pre-Covid numbers.”

International Adventure Tourism conference
Goya said they are excited to host the 11th International Adventure Tourism Conference (9 to 11 September) in Knysna. “It is the first of its kind in the area and a collaboration between ATRA (Adventure Tourism Research Association), Tshwane University of Technology, Wesgro, SATSA, We are Events, and Visit Knysna. David Frost, the CEO of Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) is one of the keynote speakers. The programme will also include panel discussions hosted by, amongst others, Jacques Stolz, the Director of the Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism.”

“Historically tourism is a seasonal driver of our economy, and we believe adventure tourism can increase visitor numbers throughout the year. Knysna is blessed with incredible natural beauty and the Greater Knysna area boasts forests, lakes and beaches – a perfect backdrop for numerous and varied activities.”

“The Visit Knysna team will also be attending the ‘Focus Knysna Breakfast | Inbound Tour Operators activation’ in Cape Town. They will meet with more than 60 tour operators to promote the area and create lasting contacts.”

“The ‘Top things to do in the greater Knysna area’ leaflet is being updated to include events happening in September. The public is welcome to pick up copies at the office in Main Street, Knysna, or contact the office for the electronic version.

Knysna’s natural beauty certainly continues to shine. Whether it’s an adventure, culinary, family or wellness break you are looking for, the area will not disappoint. We look forward to seeing you in Knysna to celebrate Tourism Month with us!”

Enquiries:
Email: info@visitknysna.co.za
Tel: +27 (0) 44 382 5510