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Spitzkop Viewpoint

Prince Alfred Pass, Knysna 6570, South Africa
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Ranked #9 of 28 attractions in Knysna
Type: Lookouts
Owner description: Spitzkop is the highest point accessible by vehicle in the Knysna area. From here you can see the top of the Prince Alfred Pass, George, Natures... more » Owner description: Spitzkop is the highest point accessible by vehicle in the Knysna area. From here you can see the top of the Prince Alfred Pass, George, Natures Valley, the Knysna Heads, Sedgefield, and tons of beautiful Fynbos. Stunning views of the Outeniqua Mountains. « less
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Knysna, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

lovely view point but a bit daunting if you don't have a 4x4. However if you make it up there it's worth the trip.

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Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Amazing 360 degree views from this beautiful viewpoint! We have tried to go before in a car but couldn't get up the steep road, so best to go in a bakkie or 4x4. There is also a Geo-cache there for those who know what that is...

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Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

360 degree views - it is awesome. Make sure your car can get up the steep rocky hill, but it is definitely worth it.

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Cape Town
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8 attraction reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

A 4x4 is recommended (or a vehicle with good ground clearance), however we managed with our sedan vehicle and a few screams:) The road going up is meant for 1 vehicle at a time so it is advisable to check the self issue passes at the bottom of the road to see if other vehicles are utilizing the road. It... More

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Knysna, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

preferable to have a 4X4 to get to the top but worth it. On a clear day, you have a fantastic view from Plett to Knysna and the mountains behind.

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Okemos, Michigan
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013 via mobile

This drive up the mountains and then looking down is amazing.its the highest I have ever been in my life!i spend my entire childhood in mount moorosi Lesotho which is one of the most mountainous places there but still I was amazed at the beauty these mountain ranges had to offer .i love mountains and gladly would have settled there... More

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Lincoln, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2012

You will need a 4x4 to drive to this but it is well worth it. Great place for a picnic. Not sure what it is like during busy season though!

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Jersey, United Kingdom
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2012

Africa has the ability to provide you with something different around every corner, this is well worthwhile.

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Bucks uk
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7 attraction reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Takes about 40 minutes from Knysna and the last bit of the road is a little steep but we managed it a small car, Fab views from Plett to Kynsna - but make sure you go on a fine day,

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Knysna, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

Well worth a trip. The views to Plett in the East ans Knysna Heads in the South are spectacular

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