Harkerville experienced less disruptive rain than other parts of the Garden Route so far this season, but we had our fair share. In the last four days we received more than 80mm and… Read more: WINTER RAIN 2024 HARKERVILLE

Hiking Trails from Plettenberg Bay to Knysna Hiking trails between Plettenberg Bay and Knysna on the Garden Route is part of one of the most captivating areas in South Africa. From tranquil forest… Read more: Hiking Trails from Plettenberg Bay to Knysna

Knysna Loerie, Harkerville’s logo The Knysna Loerie is the Harkerville Forest Lodge logo because this iconic bird is endemic to the Knysna Forest. South Africa, a land brimming with diverse ecosystems and unique… Read more: Knysna Loerie

Birds of Eden is the largest single-dome free-flight aviary in the world and a world-class free-flight bird sanctuary located on the Garden Route in South Africa. It spans 2 hectares (5 acres) and… Read more: What is Birds of Eden on the Garden Route?

Garden Route Destinations, Places of Interest and Activities. These activities are recommended and very popular. Plettenberg Bay and East of Plett: Harkerville and Knysna: George and Mossel Bay: Klein Karoo: Information on this… Read more: What to Do on the Garden Route

Knysna Elephant Park is the Garden Route elephant sanctuary. Knysna Elephant Sanctuary: A Refuge for Rescued Giants A Legacy of Conservation and Connection Nestled amidst the lush greenery of South Africa’s Garden Route,… Read more: Knysna Elephant Park

Perdekop Hiking Trail Garden Route   Perdekop Hiking Trail in the Garden Route starts and ends around the corner from Harkervile Forest Lodge. The route is a 9,5km average difficulty hiking trail with… Read more: Perdekop Hiking Trail