South Georgia

Overview of South Georgia

Far to the east of Falkland Islands, the island (or rather its authorised zones) is only visited on cruises or by a few sailors.

Key facts

• Type of place: island.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location:

• Local time: Heure : South Georgia

• Main (and only) settlement: Grytviken.

• Population: 20 inhabitants (2010)

• Area: 3,755 km²

• Highest point: Mount Paget (2,935 m).

• Coastline:

• Website:

History of South Georgia

Island environment

Wildlife and flora

Precautions

What to see and do

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Sleep

Eat

Useful addresses

Further reading