South Georgia, the applied fisheries research station at King Edward Point. It is 170km long and varies in width from 2km to 40km. King Edward Point lies at the entrance to King Edward Cove. The purpose built facilities include the accommodation building, Everson House and the James Cook Laboratory.
Surrounded by cold waters originating in Antarctica, South Georgia has a harsher climate. More than half of the island is covered by permanent ice. The Territory is of great importance for sub-Antarctic flora and fauna. Winter population of around 14 swells to twice that in summer. From October to March elephant seals, penguins and fur seals are on the beach.
Access is by boat or ship based helicopter. There are no medical facilities for visitors. All travel has inherent risks.