South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Entry Gold Harbour
Gold Harbour is one of the most iconic wildlife landing sites on South Georgia Island, famous for its dramatic backdrop of hanging glaciers and steep mountains.
Photography Tips
When being on the boat and you have the chance, here you can perfectly place a person into the frame, looking out from the front of the boat. Care about the color of the jacket for e.g. so that you have a separation in that otherwise not so colorful landscape.
Travel Information
Travel to Gold Harbour is only possible via expedition cruise ships, as there are no airports or permanent settlements on South Georgia Island. Most voyages depart from Ushuaia or occasionally the Falkland Islands, crossing the often rough Southern Ocean. Visitors can only go ashore with guided landings during the austral summer, when weather and sea conditions are most favorable.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
Summer
Sunrise & Sunset
08:36 - 16:07
| current local time: 00:30
Photo Themes
Boat
dramatic
Glacier
Mountain
Ocean
Ocean View
Locations
Gold Harbour
Southern Ocean
South georgia
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