There is nothing better than South Africa’s sunrises and sunsets, be it on the coast or the interior. It requires an early start to witness this natural heritage in all its glory. Below are images that reflect the diversity of this beautiful country.

(Images supplied by Hugh Bland)

The mysterious Baobab – ‘the upside down tree’. Prevalent in the north of South Africa.
Canoeists enjoying an evening paddle at the Umgeni River mouth – Durban.
Fishermen at Blue Lagoon – Durban’s Umgeni River Mouth.
Sunrise at The Buddhist Retreat near Ixopo – KZN
Durban Beaches at dawn.
Sunrise and Sunsets – Africa’s Natural Heritage