South Orkney Islands

The South Orkney islands lie in the Scotia sea at the North-Eastern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. Consisting of 4 main islands that are mountainous and sometimes verdant, the South Orkney Islands are rarely visited on Antarctic cruises because they are so far out.

Map of South Orkney Islands

Nearby landmarks

Trips that visit South Orkney Islands

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