Succulent Karoo

The next part our trip took us exploring the succulent karoo, an amazing plant biodiversity hotspot. The succulent karoo is famous for its unparalled succulent diversity, many of which are tiny and resemble stones. Why the area is so diverse and why the plants have these forms is still unknown.

Shela in front of an epic looking sky near the Gifberg.

Maskamberg. We walked around on top here exploring and checking out plants and potential hang glinding launches ;)

The Gifberg Pass with Maskamberg in the distance.

On the Maskam. Those from Utah will recognize this kind of sight from red rock country.

Shela and Aloe dichotoma

The view from Van Rhyns Pass of the Knersvlakte ("crunchy flats") where the stone plants and micro-succulents are found.

Shela checking out a patch of micro-succulents on the Knersvlakte

Careful where you walk. These are not all stones. Find the 20c piece in this picture.