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What's this all about?

A nostalgic journey through the skies, capturing the soul and nature of one of South Africa’s most breathtaking coastal towns.

Over more than a decade, this passion project has taken shape, a blend of flight, photography, and a deep love for sharing a passion for aviation and the beauty of Knysna with others. Each image in this carefully curated collection offers a rare, dreamlike view from above, where land and ocean meet.

From the dramatic cliffs to the quiet secrets of the estuary, from the golden blush of sunrise to the hush of nightfall, these photographs reveal Knysna in ways few have ever witnessed.

Whether you're a longtime local, a visitor drawn back by its magic, or someone who simply cherishes remarkable places, this book invites you to see Knysna, the heart of the Garden Route, from a whole new perspective.

Captured over the course of a decade using at least 10 different cameras, flown in 8 different aircraft across more than 1,000 flight hours and approximately 150,000 kilometers, these images offer a small glimpse into the remarkable world of aviation and a special town called home.

“Each photograph reflects my enduring passion and commitment to the art and pursuit of flight”

Duran De Villiers