Sandy Point, Tristan da Cunha

Sandy Point features a black volcanic sand beach bordered by low cliffs, with a sloping plateau rising toward the mountainous interior.

The 1882 wreck of American schooner Henry B Paul at Sandy Point introduced black rats to the island, affecting native birds and crops.

Local residents traditionally gathered at Sandy Point during Happling Day to collect fruit from the established apple and plum orchards.

The location experiences warmer and drier weather conditions than other parts of the island, situated 12 kilometers from Edinburgh of the Seven Seas.

A Northern rockhopper penguin colony resides at the eastern section, with breeding occurring between August and December each year.

GPS coordinates: -37.11600,-12.21700

Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:34