Over a century ago, Rose Arnold composed a musical waltz entitled "Shining Waters". The beauty of the name and the vision it brings to one's mind, enthralled us.
The bright shining of the sun and the moon on the water inspired the name of this guest house as it overlooks the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Warm South African hospitality awaits you at Shining Waters, situated near Wilderness beach. You can watch spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the sea. See dolphins all year round, and whales (in season) may be spotted whilst enjoying a scrumptious breakfast in the dining room or from the sun deck. Six double bedrooms are available, (queen and twin beds), and one single room. All bedrooms are en suite and sea-facing, with private balconies or patios. Four have private entrances. All rooms equipped with Tv/Mnet/Dstv. Tea trays available.

Activities: Wilderness is set between the Kaaimans River and the Goukama Nature Reserve, whilst being bordered by the Outeniqua Mountains. Renowned for it tranquil sea and beaches which stretch on forever, Wilderness has become a Internationally sought after holiday resort. Wilderness is also surrounded by many rivers and natural lakes and lagoons. This makes it a great spot for water sport enthusiasts, who flock there regularly. There is 2500 ha National Park with five rivers, five lakes, two estuaries and 18km of coastline. Wilderness sports many types of wildlife, in particular birds. Many types of water birds breed here and this makes it ideal for bird-watchers. The many other types of recreation include hiking, dolphin and whale-watching, hang-gliding, paragliding, horse riding, mountain-biking, scenic drives, Wilderness Lakes Art Route, day tours, ferry cruises, angling, boating and other water sports.

Wilderness also has a great number of craftsmen and women in the area. There work is often for sale and the tourist can pick up many bargains at the monthly craft markets, held in the middle and end of the month. This and many other interesting aspects of the town add to it's rustic charm. A place that must be visited by any tourist in the Garden Route, it truly is a place of timeless beauty. There are many things to do and see in this small village. The Kaaimans River Bridge is known as an excellent spot for taking photographs of the scenery and the Outeniqua Tjoe-Choo as it passes over the ocean on its journey between George and Knysna. The Woodville Tree is another attraction in the area, thought to be about 800 years old and is a favourite picnic spot.