Arctopus echinatus, the indigenous Sand-Bur of South Africa, has long been used in traditional medicine to cleanse the body and support urinary health.

The southern tip of Africa boasts breathtaking cliffs, caves, and dunes shaped by millions of years of coastal geology. Explore the stories written in stone with Africa Tip Trails.

Two Black Oystercatchers gracefully stroll along the shore, embodying their lifelong partnership against a backdrop of gentle waves. The...

The Palaeo Agulhas Plain was a vast ancient landscape at Africa’s southern tip, teeming with wildlife and early human activity. Learn how this lost world shaped South Africa’s history.

Chironia baccifera, known as the Christmas Berry, is one of South Africa’s treasured medicinal plants. Used by the Khoi and San for its healing properties, this bitter-toned shrub was a trusted remedy for fevers, digestive troubles, and skin ailments. Today, it remains a living symbol of traditional medicine and the wisdom of ancient civilizations.

The Dune Waxberry (Morella cordifolia), a hardy Strandveld shrub along the Cape Agulhas coast, offers more than just resilience. Its nutrient-rich berries provided energy and natural oils for early coastal communities, while its wax was used for candles and polish. Today, it remains a vital plant for both people and the environment.

When hiking the Cape Agulhas coastline with Africa Tip Trails , you’ll notice more than crashing waves and endless horizons—look closer...

Coastal hiking with Africa Tip Trails