Agulhas National Park

　　    Agulhas National Park is situated in South Africa’s Western Cape Province, southeast of Cape Town, about 200 kilometers from the city. Established in 1998, it covers an area of 20 hectares, stretching from the coastal plain all the way to Cape Agulhas.

　　    The park aims to seek and promote harmony among the ocean, land, living organisms, and cultural heritage, maintaining the ecological balance at the southernmost tip of Africa. This vast park is home to more than 2,000 plant species, over 100 of which are endemic, providing excellent conditions for animal survival and reproduction. Visiting this park at the southernmost point of Africa means you can’t miss seeing the southernmost point of the African continent — Cape Agulhas, believed to be where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. The area is known for its strong winds and high waves, with swells reaching up to 30 meters, and has been the site of numerous shipwrecks.

　　    The best season for whale watching is from October to January each year, when southern right whales, regular visitors to the area, make their appearance. Their massive presence is truly awe-inspiring. In addition to southern right whales, you may also spot birds such as the African black oystercatcher and the Cape gull.

　　    Agulhas National Park     Must-visit reason: The southernmost national park in South Africa     Continent where the attraction is located: Africa [Africa]     Country/Region where the attraction is located: South Africa [South Africa]     Province/State where the attraction is located: Western Cape Province [Western Cape Province]