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Route guide

Cape Town to Knysna (Garden Route)

Route N2 via Swellendam, Mossel Bay and GeorgeAbout 490 kmDrive 5½–6 hours

No tolls, one big mountain pass, and holiday traffic in the Garden Route towns.

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Before you leave

  • No toll plazas between Cape Town and Knysna.
  • Leave early to miss N2 traffic through Somerset West.
  • Check wind warnings for Sir Lowry's Pass if you're towing.
  • Book ahead in December; Knysna and Plett fill up.

Cape Town to Swellendam

N2 past the airportSafetyRoad know-how

Stay on the N2, keep doors locked and don't stop on the shoulder.

Sir Lowry's PassWeatherRoad know-how

Strong summer winds and winter mist. Slow down, especially towing.

Caledon and SwellendamFuel & stopsRoad know-how

Fuel and food on the Overberg stretch.

Swellendam to George

Trucks on single carriagewayHazardRoad know-how

Use the passing lanes; don't risk overtaking on rises.

Mossel BayFuel & stopsRoad know-how

Last big stop before George.

George to Knysna

Kaaimans PassHazardRoad know-how

Winding section into Wilderness. Watch the bends.

Knysna bottleneckHazardRoad know-how

Holiday traffic through town can back up for kilometres. Arrive before midday if you can.

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