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South Georgia · Penguin Conservation Tourism

Famous for mega colonies of King penguins, with 500,000 pairs at St. Andrews Bay. Notable spots include Salisbury Plain and Gold Harbour, and historic whaling stations. Access is restricted to expeditions. Best visited November to March.

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Best season: Summer
Difficulty: 8
Region: South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Sub-Antarctic

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