As a volunteer at this park I find this place as a historic Jacksonville Gem! This place has a rich history and an amazing story to tell! However I’m slightly biased! Largest complaint is the dirt road leading up to the entrance! Great Jr. Ranger Program here as well!
Be sure to do the Tree Canopy Walkway (also referred to as 'The Boomslang') while at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. http://www.sanbi.org/gardens/kirstenbosch/tree-canopy-walkway
It was amazing!!! It’s a long drive to get to it and you’ll likely only be there an hour, tops, but I thought it was worth the drive. There’s a small gift shop there, but that’s all that’s there.