Knysna Heads Viewpoint
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- Written by Martina Hoelzl
- Published: 04 February 2014
If your are visiting Knysna, you should definitely visit the Knysna Heads viewpoint. From here you have breathtaking views of the Knysna Lagoon with the Outeniqua mountains in he background and on the other site to the Indian Ocean.The Knysna Heads are two steep standstone cliffs guarding the narrow passage between the Indian Ocean and the Knysna Lagoon. The passage is one of the most dangerours harbor entrances in the world.
The Eastern Knysna Heads are freely accessible and there are wonderful viewpoints that offer fantastic views. A small trail runs between the viewpoints along the edge of the sandstone cliff.
The Western Knysna Heads are a private nature reserve, the so called Featherbed Nature Reserve. Access is only via boat or ferry accross the Knysna lagoon with a guided tour through Featherbed Nature Reserve.
The Eastern Heads viewpoint offers phantactic views down to Cony Glenn with its samll coves and beaches at the foot of the Knysna Heads. In winter from July till November you also can spot some whales.
Important for photographers: The best pictures you can take in the morning as the sun is behind you.
Tip: Enjoy a sunset from the Eastern Heads viewpoint.
