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Ultralight Flying in South Africa

Experience the skies of South Africa in an ultralight.

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Pre-takeoff runup with Andre Boshoff.
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Cape Agulhas, also known as the “Cape of Needles,” is a hazardous area for fishermen and mariners given the abudance of rocks extending from the shoreline.
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Buzzing Struisbaai Beach is fun!
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Enjoying a clear view past the end of Earth on a crisp winter day.
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The remoteness of the area becomes even more apparent when airborn.
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Glass avionics add sophistication to a humble bird, and the mounted camera captures each moment of your journey.
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Agulhas whales are known to make an appearance off the coast.
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A view of Main Road heading toward Struisbaai.
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The converging currents of the Altantic and Indian oceans create spectacular colors.
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Circling over the Cape Agulhas Lighthouse.
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A long boardwalk in Agulhas National Park allows visitors to walk among the limestone rocks, enjoy views of the two oceans, and stand on the official marker of the southernmost point.
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Many mistake the Southermost Tip of Africa as the Cape of Good Hope. However, the title actually belongs to Cape Agulhas.
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Known for severe storms and rough seas, Cape Agulhas is home to a graveyard of shipwrecks.
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Strong crosswinds can be felt while flying from Struisbaai toward L’Agulhas.
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A birdseye view of the beautiful town of L’Agulhas. Read more about Mark Preston’s Ultralight flight in South Africa here.

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