The idyllic district of Rheenenal lies merely 10km west of Knysna town and incorporates all the best that our naturally beautiful countryside has to offer.
Sprawling pastures, fields of Cape fynbos and acres of indigenous forests are to be discovered. This is hiking, mountain biking and horse riding country with trails and tracks to suit the most avid sportsman to those who opt for a leisurely outing.
Rheenendal is also home to an intriguing community of artists and home industries where you can learn how to make your own cheese, cure your own meats, make your own ice cream, grow your own mushrooms or farm your own honey.
The area also boasts an intriguing gold rush history and visitors are encouraged to explore the Millwood gold mines before enjoying ‘n picnic at Jubilee Creek. Here, surrounded by the mysterious Knysna forest, you might just catch a glimpse of the beautiful Knysna Loerie, a shy leopard, or even one of our gentle giants – a Knysna forest elephant…
While there is perfectly suitable accommodation available in Rheenendal, many people take the circular route from Knysna, through the Phantom Pass to Rheenendal, across Barrington to Karatara, down to Sedgefield and back to Knysna along the N2, making Knysna the ideal base from which to explore. Visit www.exploreknysna.com to find your ideal self catering accommodation, B&B, guesthouse or boutique hotel.