Springtide Charters
We offer Close Encounter Whale Watching & Eco Marine Tours and a variety of sublime sailing charters in Knysna, the beautiful coastal town of the Garden Route.
Sailing across Knysna’s expansive liquid landscape on board Springtide Charter’s sleek 50ft mono hull yacht is a truly memorable experience. A definite must do activity when visiting the Garden Route. Departing daily from the popular Knysna Waterfront, Springtide Charters offers a variety of different sailing charter options. Our highly experienced crew will take to the helm so you can relax and take in the splendour of our rugged coastline; sailing, salt air and scenery all an exhilarating combination.
Knysna is one of South Africa’s premier whale watching destinations, its indigo depths teeming with hundreds of migrating whales. Ocean Odyssey is the only Close Encounter Whale Watching permit holder for the Greater Knysna area. Throughout the year we also offer Marine Eco-Tours. We are passionate about showcasing both the whales that frequent our local waters as well as the many other fascinating species that exist within the complex web of marine life. Trips departing daily from Thesen Harbour Town.
We had a very happy and successful time on the tour, seeing humpback whales and being constantly inf... - Marlene Gretzler.
Marlene Gretzler
We had a very happy and successful time on the tour, seeing humpback whales and being constantly informed about the whales and seals by our guide. Everyone on the boat was really friendly and helpful, would definitely recommend!
Marlene Gretzler experienced the Knysna Whale Watching
Manayer Algharib
We saw whales ? which was amazing and the guides were very friendly and helpful
Manayer Algharib experienced the Knysna Whale Watching
Juan Diego Beitranena
Amazing service by Captain Stephan and his aid.
Juan Diego Beitranena experienced the Sailing Yacht Knysna
Beate Niendorf
We had an amazing time with this tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and pointed out interessting landmarks as well as all the marine lifeforms. Seeing dolphins up close was just one of the many highlights of this tour.
Beate Niendorf experienced the Eco Boat Trip