Knysna Day Sailing Cruise 1.5 hour

4.8 (4 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

This is our shortest sailing cruise but you will still thrill at the wind in the sails and the beautiful scenery out through the Knysna Heads and along the spectacular coastline. If you love sailing, this experience offers you a little taste of everything. From the calm waters of the lagoon, through the magnificent Knysna Heads and out to the vast ocean, you and your family can enjoy many different aspects of a day at sea with our highly experienced crew. This rare opportunity to combine lagoon and sea sailing means you can feel the rush of the wind in the sails and perhaps even see dolphins and whales. All our trips are ocean going trips and are weather and sea conditions dependent. Only the skipper of the vessel can make a judgement call on these conditions which are determined on the day of the charter. Conditions are influenced by tide, wind direction & speed and sea swell, therefore going out through the Knysna Heads is never guaranteed.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching Knysna

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local taxes

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available on board at the cash bar. The crew will run a tab during the charter and payment will be taken at the end of the charter
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

The Waterfront Knysna Quays

Passing by

Meeting point for the tour
Knysna Heads

Passing by

The Knysna Heads is our only passage to sea, if sea and weather conditions allow we will proceed through the Knysna Heads and out into the Indian Ocean for some ultimate sailing
Knysna Lagoon

Passing by

Once we depart from the Knysna Waterfront we sail through the Knysna Lagoon and make our way towards the Knysna Heads. In the event of poor sea conditions at the Knysna Heads that prevents us from exiting the heads and going out to sea, we will carry on the charter with in the Knysna Lagoon. Typically on every charter the light dinner is served on our way back to the Knysna Waterfront on the Knysna lagoon.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Departure takes place adjacent to the Dry Dock restaurant at the Knysna Waterfront. Clients need to check-in at the Springtide kiosk (next to the ice cream kiosk) 30 minutes before departure time.

End point

Departure takes place adjacent to the Dry Dock restaurant at the Knysna Waterfront. Clients need to check-in at the Springtide kiosk (next to the ice cream kiosk) 30 minutes before departure time.

Using your ticket

All ocean going trips are always weather and sea conditions permitting. Only the skipper of the vessel can make a judgement call on these conditions which are determined on the day of the charter. Conditions are influenced by tide, wind direction, wind speed and sea swell, therefore going through the heads is never guaranteed. Standard terms and conditions apply
In the event that sea conditions are not ideal to proceed out to sea (this decision is made by the skipper at the Knysna Heads) the skipper will then proceed with the charter on the estuary
Charters will only be cancelled in the event of strong winds, heavy rains or not meeting the minimum passengers required for this charter. In this event we you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Minimum numbers apply. We require a minimum of 4 passengers to proceed with this cruise
A full cash bar is available on board to all guests. Drinks orders will be run on a tab and must be settled by yourselves at the end of the charter. Please note that the minimum drinking age in South Africa is 18 years old.
Dress comfortably and bring along a warm jacket. The crew will ask you to remove your shoes before boarding - no shoes are allowed on deck.
Guests will check-in 30 minutes prior to departure at our reception where they are required to sign an indemnity form

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bring along a warm top or jacket as its generally cooler out at sea then on land
We have a no show policy on the vessel. Shoes must be removed before boarding. Socks can be worn by those that will feel more comfortable.
The charter will be accompanied by other passengers