Goudier Island

Geography

A small island in Port Lockroy, off the Antarctic Peninsula, known for its gentoo penguin colonies and the historic British Base A, now a museum and post office.

Significance

The island is renowned for its wildlife habitats and as a historic centre of Antarctic exploration and research.

Attractions

The British Base A, also known as the Port Lockroy Museum, the Post Office, and some thriving gentoo penguin colonies.

Activities

Tour the museum to learn more about early Antarctic research on the island; send a postcard from the world’s southernmost post office, and observe penguins and other seabirds in their natural habitat.