Garden Route National Park

The Garden Route National Park is a national park in the Garden Route region of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces in South Africa. It is a coastal reserve well known for its indigenous forests, dramatic coastline, and the Otter Trail. The park covers about 1,210 km2 of land and includes a continuous complex of approximately 605 km2 of indigenous forest. It has a pleasant, temperate climate and is unique in Africa as the only area in which rainfall occurs throughout the year. The park offers endless opportunities for adventure, including hiking, birdwatching, kayaking, and scenic drives. It is home to 77 mammals and 300 birds, and visitors can spot five types of Kingfisher, the Grey Heron and Little Egret, and the brightly colored Knysna Loerie in the forest. The park is also known for the Knysna Seahorse and Pansy Shell. Visitors can follow the many nature trails winding through the densely forested areas and along tranquil rivers, spend time at the bird hide, or simply enjoy star gazing while camping alongside the river