Gifkommetjie

About Gifkommetjie

Gifkommetjie is one of the most serene and secluded spots within the Cape Point Nature Reserve, offering a peaceful escape from the busier tourist hubs like the main lighthouse. Its name, which translates to "poisonous little bowl," refers to the toxic milky sap of the Euphorbia caput-medusae plants that blanket the surrounding sandy plains. The area is famous for its scenic 5.5km circular trail that meanders along a wave-cut terrace and down to an unspoiled shoreline ankle-deep in shells. It’s a prime location for wildlife spotting, where hikers often share the path with ostriches, bontebok, and baboons foraging in the lush fynbos. Whether you're hiking toward the historic Phyllisia shipwreck or simply enjoying a picnic with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Gifkommetjie perfectly embodies the wild, untouched essence of the Cape Peninsula.