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  • 4/5 Austen U. 1 year ago on Google
    The waterfall area is beautiful, with many large pools perfect for swimming in the heat! The hike concludes with quite a lengthily boardwalk in the trees which is great for spotting birds at eye level and generally getting a nice viewpoint down to the river. The โ€œhikeโ€ (more of a walk really) was really easy and I would recommend it to people of all ages and abilities. The only reason it got 4/5 stars is the sheer amount of litter around the waterfall. (More than I could carry back in my small hiking bag)
    6 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 CindyMay :. 1 year ago on Google
    Epic walk to the waterfall from Ebb and Flow. 8km round trip on a board walk, with a swim in the waterfall and pools below. Waterfall swimming not advised for less abled people as there is rock scrambling to get in and out of the water
    5 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Chris K. 2 years ago on Google
    Wilderness National Park is situated just off the N2 and is a nice way to spend a few hours or to camp. There are various activities: Canoe along the river (from 1 - 4hrs) add on a hike to a waterfall or just do the hike on its own (You can cross the river on a little pontoon). The campsites look nice, but you can hear the N2. There is an entrance fee of R48 unless you have a wildcard and canoe rental starts at R150 per hour.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 dario n. 4 years ago on Google
    This is the ideal park to go on half day walk with family and friends. If you walk up and down on the right side (East side of the river) the path is super smooth and well organized with plenty of wooden platform. The West side it's a bit more rough but still easy. The waterfall is really cute and your can chill once there, get some sun and read a book. Be careful as it might be slippery up there. It's easy, do it!
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Wilma S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful scenery. Always special staying over at Wilderness National Park. Tranquil and peaceful. Love being so close to nature. Rise and shine early morning, sunrise stroll through the park and enjoy the fresh air. Nice wholesome breakfast and late afternoon braai as the sunset. Canoeing on the river and take a dip too. Keep a look out for the Knysna Loerie. Pack up and go visit Wilderness National Park now.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Clรฉment S. 4 months ago on Google
    Wonderful waterfall in jubilee creek
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Bev B. 2 years ago on Google
    The Kingfisher hike is really worth it. Even with smaller kids it is an adventure to add to your bucket list. Our two kids (7 and 4) completed the hike to the waterfall and back. The pontoon crossing a firm favourite of their holiday in the garden route.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Amelia B. 2 years ago on Google
    Lush green forest, a beautiful nature walk to enjoy. One of my favourite parts of Wilderness
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Waganjy 3 years ago on Google
    Great for easy hiking, canoeing and kayaking. Suitable for all levels including beginners. Fantastic swimming by the waterfalls.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 H Von S. 6 years ago on Google
    An awesome park. I really enjoyed our stay there. Friendly helpfull staff. Good 24 hour security. Well kept clean facilities with a laundry and scullary are available. There are chalets available but if you really want to experience nature, you need to camp. Lovely walks with canoe rentals are available, or you can just relax next to the river. With only a minutes drive from the ocean it is very convenient. Shops and restaurants are also close by. I love this place and would recommend it to everyone!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Elna Wessels (Finding W. 1 year ago on Google
    We stayed at Ebb and Flow Northern campsite. What a stunning place for camping. Wilderness National Park is beautiful. Recommendation: Kingfisher trail
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Debbie R. 1 year ago on Google
    Not for beginners..14km obstacle hiking trail..but beautiful and worth the hike. Nature lovers paradise
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Jaco H. 1 year ago on Google
    The Ebb and Flow camp is such a beautiful camp with so much to do. There are a few hiking trails named after various Kingfishers, you can canoe on the Touw and Serpentine rivers for which you can rent canoes in the camp, lots of birdlife. There is a section for day visitors and quite a few overnight options from camping to chalets.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 Complete Property N. 3 years ago on Google
    Directed at office and Rangers(not the parks) Yesterday, 17 January 2021,we were standing at the look out point next to the Wilderness Gardens Estate when we saw something crawling out of the water and tossing and turning. Keep further in mind that beaches are closed at this time due to lockdown regulations. Looking closer,it looked like a seal. Seeing it as an exception, with nobody that could tell me otherwise after enquiring and a living creature in distress, I went down to the beach to investigate. Got there, and it was a baby Cape Fur seal that was entangled and in distress(normally feisty when you get close, this one was not) I phoned Sanparks to report and mentioned exact location, there are not many Wilderness Beach Hotels and Wilderness Gardens Estate,is there? I was told that rangers would be sent to assist. It is now Monday 18 January 2021, and they are yet to arrive, after calling the office as well as a member of Sanparks directly. I have no experience in handling such animals. I tried my best for over 3 hours-just made curfew, and the animal got freed and rested and went back to the ocean. So happy ending at least. I also kept it cool as it was literally baking in the sun.(I know they sometimes lie in the sun,this was not the case,it was stuck,entangled in the sun) My questions is, why can Sanparks act quickly if you set one foot wrong in a matter of minutes, but cannot act when animals are in need? Is it because it was a Sunday? Or does Sanparks only cater for plant life?? If they could not assist, then just say so and I would have gone somewhere else, but I think its a double standard in putting up boards all over with rules and warnings if you mess with wildlife, but don't even take care of helping with distressed animals. I would like a response to my questions please.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Norman John V. 1 year ago on Google
    Magnificent hidden gem, tucked into one of the most dramatic and beautiful places on earth. Visit this place if you haven't yet. River valleys and old forests meet the coastline. Time works differently here and the people from this region are welcoming and very 'old-world'.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Tessa de W. 10 months ago on Google
    Did the Kingfisher trail while camping at Ebb and Flow. It's an awesome forest hike. Beautiful area.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Amy L. 11 months ago on Google
    Gorgeous hiking trails, canoeing trips and camping sites. Hiking trails are for all fitness levels. Picnic spots are also available along your route so pack some snacks and just enjoy nature! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ There is a small fee to enter - R52 for South African residents.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 youtube w. 3 months ago on Google New
    For hikers and canoers. Whether the R190 for foreign visitors is worth it is your call. I enjoyed the walk through indigenous woods
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Colourbrew Graphic D. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the better of the SANPARKS facilities. We were at Tsitsikama prior to this.

  • 5/5 Rene R. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent!

  • 5/5 Cheech A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for Birdwatching and some stunning views, just a tad bit overcrowded I guess in the peak season.

  • 5/5 Rayo de S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Pure nature! (Original) Naturaleza pura!

  • 5/5 Johard R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place

  • 5/5 David J. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely place๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 paul l. 1 year ago on Google
    Brilliant place. Well maintained and great looking holiday destinations

  • 4/5 Ashley F. 2 years ago on Google
    What a beautiful piece of our beautiful country.

  • 4/5 deberoux s. 2 years ago on Google
    Phenomenal as Always..

  • 1/5 Bertha J. 1 year ago on Google
    Customer service sucks big time.lack TCF

  • 5/5 Ben F. 4 years ago on Google
    Awsome birding with birdwatcher.co.za

  • 5/5 Marlene F. 4 months ago on Google
    What a pleasant experience at Garden Route National Park - Ebb and Flow. It is such a beautiful area! The accommodation was superb! Aircon, fireplace, Wheelchair friendly with an entire bathroom equipped for wheelchairs. The house had stylish decor and all you need in the kitchen. Everything was clean and in excellent working order. The King Fisher trail was fantastic to walk! Can't wait to visit the park again.

  • 5/5 Unelle K. 2 years ago on Google
    The dune molerat trail close to the bird hide is definitely a must!! Beautiful sightings!

  • 5/5 Amanda P. 3 months ago on Google New
    Had a lovely time renting a kayak and kayaking up the river. We were pleasantly surprised to find that there is a stop-off point where you can hike up to natural falls. It was lovely and we will be back to do it again. We noted cabins and rondavels, so will probably "have" to stay longer next time as well. ;)

  • 4/5 Rozaan A. 2 years ago on Google
    Every nice hiking trail. Love it

  • 1/5 Paula V. 2 years ago on Google
    Please could you send someone to inspect the beach between Kleinkrantz and Geriekes Point. The rubbish is really bad. Black bags are being used to ingnite fires on the beach.

  • 2/5 Oliver K. 1 year ago on Google
    Very high price to get in, 180 rand is too much for this park, other national parks are better at less than half of the price (robbeberg)

  • 5/5 Hey Demi Ann (Demi A. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely office with super friendly and helpful staff. Really impressed but sanparks never disappoints! A must to come to the wilderness garden route itโ€™s so tranquil and lots of bird life and great hikes all around. Felt very safe everywhere too!

  • 5/5 Monique Danelle B. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely a stunning piece of nature! A really must visit spot for all nature enthusiasts

  • 4/5 Alison L. 4 years ago on Google
    For some fun and adventure on the river, this is a must when visiting Wilderness. Hire canoes and paddle up the river with lots of bird life and a waterfall if you're feeling like a short hike after the paddle

  • 5/5 Peter E. 3 years ago on Google
    Stunningly beautiful views. You can hire paddle boards and kayaks and explore the beautiful Touw River. Take a hike up to the waterfalls, via the easy path and boardwalk. Its about 3km to the falls but well worth the effort and you can take a dip in the rockpool by the falls.

  • 5/5 Elizabeth R. 3 years ago on Google
    Professional. Clean. Beautiful. Nice hiking trail with safe walking environment.

  • 5/5 Rynardt R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Rynardt Raubnheimer Iove (Original) Rynardt Raubnheimer Iove

  • 4/5 Geraldine B. 3 years ago on Google
    Natural, well-kept! A pleasure to share in this beauty!

  • 5/5 Petrus P. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice pace to go for a walk. Very clean and well maintained with the expected infrastructure for camping and more. The river and the hike around to the waterfall was the main attraction form me, but the rowing also looks like a very pleasant way to see the same route.

  • 5/5 Altus K. 3 years ago on Google
    What a place!!! One can just come here and relax!!!! Friendly and very helpful staff. Will definitely visit again in the years to come!!!

  • 5/5 Martin B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place for kids

  • 5/5 chris 0. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Sean K. 3 years ago on Google
    I didnโ€™t get enough photos to justify the beauty of this reserve. There is a fanatic trail to hike as well as well kept camping grounds. If you in the area definitely worth trying a boat ride, kayak, hike or camp!

  • 5/5 Hans A. 4 years ago on Google
    Only been there out of season and it is very tranquil. With lots of birds and other nature. In season it can become rather crowded.

  • 5/5 Kobie B. 3 years ago on Google
    Love this campsite! Stunning location, views, birdlife, water activities and close to everything the Garden Route has to offer!

  • 4/5 Koos P. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff and a great place to camp.

  • 4/5 David B. 4 years ago on Google
    Easy access to do some stand up paddling up the river. Facilities look good and the grounds are clean. Staff are friendly and helpful.

  • 4/5 Joan S. 3 years ago on Google
    Forests, rivers, mauntains, lakes, on the edge of the ocean. Get back to nature and nurture your soul!

  • 4/5 Amina W. 3 years ago on Google
    Very clean

  • 3/5 Ronnie S. 3 years ago on Google
    Stayed in a "forest cabin" Clean and neat in an excellent location. Very friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Noel S. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly and helpful

  • 5/5 Antonette S. 4 years ago on Google
    Clean, beautiful

  • 5/5 Andrea M. 3 years ago on Google
    Best experience ever, amazing staff, surrounded by almost untouched nature. Sightings of wildlife!

  • 5/5 Nikolaus D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great hike to the waterfall.

  • 5/5 Fritz V. 4 years ago on Google
    Tranquil so close to rhe N2

  • 4/5 Beaumont V. 4 years ago on Google
    Will go again and again

  • 4/5 Hennie Van H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The scenery is BEAUTIFUL. Staff friendly and very helpful. Our discussions went smoothly. We wish the time so we can camp there for 10 days. (Original) Natuurskoon is PRAGTIG. Personeel vriendelik en baie behulpsaam. Ons besprekings het seepglad verloop. Ons wens die tyd om, sodat ons 10 dae daar kan gaan kamp.

  • 1/5 Steve T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) They take tourists for milk cows (Original) Ils prennent les touristes pour des vaches ร  lait

  • 5/5 ronen p. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There are some hiking trails in the place, Those who arrive late are only possible on the sea route. There are also several accommodation options from a luxurious hotel to a campsite. (Original) ื™ืฉ ื‘ืžืงื•ื ื›ืžื” ืžืกืœื•ืœื™ ื”ืœื™ื›ื”, ืžื™ ืฉืžื’ื™ืข ืžืื•ื—ืจ ืืคืฉืจื™ ืจืง ื”ืžืกืœื•ืœ ืขืœ ื”ื™ื. ื‘ืžืงื•ื ื’ื ื›ืžื” ืืคืฉืจื™ื•ืช ืœื™ื ื” ืžืžืœื•ืŸ ืžืคื•ืืจ ื•ืขื“ ืงืžืคื™ื ื’.

  • 5/5 Mary S. 4 years ago on Google
    The best SANP experience I have had in a long time.

  • 5/5 Suzanne H. 4 years ago on Google
    Must beautiful walks in the forest.

  • 5/5 Menita H. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful for hikes and canoeing

  • 3/5 Luis Del M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Has a lot to offer, from canoeing to bird watching stadiums, waterfalls with cola brown water, etc. (Original) Hat einiges zu bieten, von Kanufahren รผber Vogel Beobachtungs Stadionen, Wasserfรคlle mit Colabraunem Wasser usw.

  • 4/5 fel k. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice little park with lots of birds and nature. A canoe tour and a visit to the waterfalls is highly recommended. Unfortunately with around 700 rand not very cheap. (Original) Sehr schรถner kleiner Park mit vielen Vรถgeln und Natur. Eine Kanutour und eine Besichtigung der Wasserfรคlle ist sehr zu empfehlen. Leider mit ca. 700Rand nicht ganz billig.

  • 4/5 Ser K. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice hiking park

  • 5/5 Joseph F. 3 years ago on Google
    Peace and quiet

  • 5/5 Pat F. 3 years ago on Google
    Sanparks is superb. Very efficient system. All Covid stuff exemplary. Just done a 2 hour trail from Ebb and Flow camp. The trail was in excellent condition despite the recent very heavy rains and wind. The signage also was superb, and directions for the routes excellent and accurate. I so wish some of the Cape Nature reserves were half as good on their trails. Many Cape Nature reserves haven't even opened yet!!

  • 4/5 Hamid R. 3 years ago on Google
    Not good for kids


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