Pledge Nature Reserve Travel Guide: Top Sights in South africa, Tours

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Pledge Nature Reserve- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; South Africa; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 3 hours

Pledge Nature Reserve, a public oasis of biodiversity in Knysna, South Africa, offers a serene escape into nature amidst urban development. Established in 1991 and managed by the Pledge Nature Reserve Trust, this reserve showcases the resilience and beauty of the region's indigenous Fynbos vegetation, including critically endangered types and remnants of Knysna–Amatole montane forests. Despite its proximity to the town center and accessibility from the N2 highway, its undisturbed landscapes, shaped by steep hills and valleys, provide habitat to over 300 plant species and more than 100 bird species, including the frequent Knysna turaco and the occasionally spotted near-threatened Knysna woodpecker. Visitors can explore its well-maintained walking trails, enjoy picnics, and admire the Knysna Heads from a scenic viewpoint. The reserve's compelling recovery from the devastating Knysna fires of June 2017 exemplifies nature's remarkable ability to regenerate, further underscored by its role in significant conservation efforts, like the 2018 Eden Festival of Action by Greenpop.

Operators offering tours in South Africa

Attractions in Knysna

Steenbok Nature Reserve

4.8

The Heads

Goukamma Nature Reserve

4.2

Featherbed Nature Reserve

4.6

Knysna Elephant Park

Reviews of Pledge Nature Reserve

Storm Sloane Meredith

5
Reviewed: 2024-06-22

Such an amazing attraction in the heart of knysna, conveniently located accross from the Knysna mall. Tickets available for R20 cash at the Spar or the Foundation clothing store. The fauna, flora and fungi are a treat to see. So grateful to have green spaces in Knysna. Hope it can stay this way. Nature is worth supporting.
Nastasja Roberts

4
Reviewed: 2023-05-09

This truly is a hidden gem in the middle of Knysna. The reserve is absolutely gorgeous and the hike is short, yet relaxing and beautiful. Reserve does need more signage to find it easily as we drove past it the first time.
Veronica Noakes

4
Reviewed: 2023-03-30

Lovely walk tucked away in the centre of Knysna. Just a few steps in and all the sounds of the busy town melt away to the sounds of nature and birds. Beautiful view from the view pont at the top. Entrance is only R20 person and your permit number is needed to open the gate.
Michelle van der Vyver

5
Reviewed: 2023-03-10

Hidden gem in Knysna! Various short trails, great viewing point, very clean and well kept, various benches with some picnic areas.
Chantál Fourie

5
Reviewed: 2023-01-10

Nice short hike with a beautiful view of the Knysna Estuary. It's not really stroller friendly, especially when getting closer to the top. If you're going with a baby, rather make use of a kangaroo pouch or just carry them in your arms.