Things for Pensioners to do along the Garden Route

They say when you go on Pension you start living again. People find newfound freedom and can do the things they never had time to do or that they really enjoy. We thought we would look into Pensioners specifically and what things there are to do for Pensioners along the Garden Route.

Hiking or Walking:

There are so many hiking trails along the Garden Route and some that are completely flat where you can leisurely take a walk in the forest or surrounds at your own pace without much strain if you are not as mobile as you used to be, and for the super-fit fundis, there are some brilliant trails some with stunning rock pools at the end. It’s like finding a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Drupkelders trail is right outside The Forest Edge Nature Lover’s Retreat Gate. It’s quite a walk but the rock pool at the end is worth the walk. Trails like these are great because they are so close to our establishment you can attempt them at your own pace without having to watch the clock that closely. We can also pack a picnic for you so you can stop off and have a lovely bite to eat while enjoying nature, the fresh air and all that the forest has to offer.

Pristine Beaches:

Most of the beaches along the Garden Route have blue flag status. There are stunning beaches like Noetsie, Heraldsbay, Glentana, Wilderness, Brenton on Sea and of course Buffels Bay on our doorstep. The Buffelsbay beach is only 28km from Forest Edge Nature Lover’s Retreat. It’s a beautiful stretch of beach with warmer water.

Golfing:

For those who enjoy Golf, you can head up a game at either the Knysna Golf Club, the Simola Golf Course or the Pezula Golf Course, all with its own charm and stunning scenery.

Scenic Drives:

There are many drives one can do to experience the beauty of the landscapes that surround Knysna, Rheenendal and the Garden Route. Pensioners can enjoy these drives, with plenty of places to enjoy a meal, or we can pack one for you. The Swartberg Pass, Seven Passes, Montagu Pass are some of the passes you can enjoy during your visit.

Boat rides:

You can enjoy the Knysna Lagoon with several boat rides on offer including the famous Featherbed Co. Tour and Lunch at their fantastic restaurant overlooking the Heads. You can also have a peaceful ride up the Touws River, with Wilderness River Safari, where you can enjoy a glass of wine while experiencing beautiful scenery and prolific birdlife.

Whale Watching:

Ocean Odyssey in Knysna offers fantastic Whale Watching and Ocean Tours.

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Birdwatching:

Forest Edge Nature Lover’s Retreat is the perfect stay for any bird-lover, we see everything from the Knysna Loerie, Nerina Trogan, Knysna Woodpeckers and Kingfishers. We also have a resident Fisheagle that is often heard and seen at our establishment. We have ponds with perches for these birds. You can sit on your porch and watch the birds. We are right on the edge of the forest so all the visitors frequent our Gardens making it the perfect place for birders to come and sit and wait for some great views or photographs.

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Historic Landmarks and History:

The Garden Route is full of History. There are places to explore and read more about the area and its history.

The history of the Knysna Heads is a great tour as mentioned by the Feather Bed Co. There is the woodcutter’s trail tour. Daleen Matthee Memorial. Bartolomeu Dias Museum in Mossel Bay. Outeniqua Transport Museum in George.

Wine Tasting and Gin Tasting:

Gin tasting at the Knysna Gin Distillery and wine tasting at the Packwood Wine estate.

These were only a few things on offer along the Garden Route for Pensioners to enjoy. One definitely need some time to enjoy all the attractions. Forest Edge offers its own kind of magic for pensioners with our Pensioners Special.

We look forward to welcoming all the Pensioners to our establishment, enjoying their newfound Freedom.

Forest Greetings.