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The John Benn is Knysna's only luxury pleasure cruiser. She is beautifully appointed with her upper and lower decks constructed from Yellowwood sourced from the Knysna Forest.

Named after the first Harbour pilot John Benn appointed in 1868

This unique vessel has carried many local and international travellers on the Lagoon over the last 25 years and offers daily cruises to the Knysna Heads. This legendary floating restaurant is for eating, drinking and having lots of fun!  If you have not cruised on the John Benn you have not enjoyed all of Knysna.

Peace & tranquillity aboard the John Benn on Knysna Lagoon
One of Knysna's floating Restaurants

The lunch time or sunset cruise aboard the John Benn is an experience not to be missed. Share the stories of the legendary pilot of a by-gone shipping era on a relaxing and comfortable trip to the Knysna Heads. This wonderful floating restaurant offers a wide dining selection from the a la carte menu, has a bar on each of the upper and lower decks and is fully enclosed. The John Benn is an ideal venue for corporate functions, staff parties and weddings, or simply to have a good time!

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Cruising on Knysna Lagoon aboard the John Benn pleasure cruise activity for the family or group of friends