Leisure Isle
A small lagoon island beside the headland, where a loop path, calm shallow beaches and shorebirds make it ideal for walking, paddleboarding and birdwatching.
Leisure Isle lies on the inside of the Knysna lagoon mouth, north of the eastern headland. It is connected to the mainland by bridges, and most of the island is quiet homes and guesthouses. The loop road around the island is about 3 km and can be walked or cycled. Along the way are several calm little lagoon beaches with gentle, shallow water, suitable for children to splash in, paddleboarding or kayaking. At low tide, visitors can observe crabs and wading birds, and there are views of the eastern and western headlands. It is often combined with the eastern headland viewpoint, and it is free to visit.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Knysna Lagoon & The Heads
- Thesen Island
- Knysna Waterfront (Waterfront Quays)
- Holy Trinity Church, Belvidere
- Brenton-on-Sea
- Noetzie Beach & Castles
- Buffels Bay (Buffelsbaai)
- Diepwalle, Knysna Forest