Tsitsikamma known as the Garden of the Garden Route. Tsitsikamma is a khoi word for “place of abundant or sparkling water” and sits on a 200m high plateau stretching from the Bloukrans River in the west to the Tsitsikamma River in the east. It is bordered in the north by the stunning Tsitsikamma Mountains and in the south the Indian Ocean can be seen.

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The area is covered with indigenous forests and commercial plantations. Deep river gorges cleft the plateau as they make their way down into the sea which has created magnificent waterfalls and ravines. The water is a dark brown colour known as coca cola water due to its high tannin content leached from the surrounding vegetation.

Cormorants, Kelp Gulls and African Black Oystercatchers can be found along the coastline while Giant Kingfishers can be seen hunting fish at tidal pools or in the rivers that drain into the Indian Ocean. Also inhabiting these rivers are Half-collared Kingfisher and the African Finfoot.

In the forests of Tsitsikamma the Knysna Lourie can be seen, a large green bird with a short hooked bill and brilliant red wings. Other forest species to watch out for include the Emerald Cuckoo, Narina Trogon, Knysna and Olive Woodpecker, Chorister Robin and Grey Cuckooshrike.

Kayaking takes place on the Storms River and takes you across the Ocean and underneath the famous Storms River Suspension Bridge. Kayak up the Storms River and paddle through a bat’s cave, marvel at the magnificent views of the cliffs and the park. Take a guided hike to learn more about the history, flora and fauna of Tsitsikamma.

Scuba diving is also available at Tsitsikamma, explore the reefs filled with spectacular colourful corals and a huge variety of fish, nudibranch's, sea anemones, as well as sting rays and sand sharks. 

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