Macquarie Island
A subantarctic island governed by Tasmania, Australia, renowned as a UNESCO World Heritage site where Earth's mantle is exposed above sea level, home to diverse wildlife like royal penguins and elephant seals.

šŸ“œ Subantarctic island in the south-western Pacific Ocean, governed by Tasmania, Australia since 1880.šŸ” UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, known for exposed Earth's mantle rocks. It is the only place on Earth where rocks from the mantle are exposed above sea level.

Why Go

šŸŒ Witness Earth's mantle exposed above sea level, a unique geological site šŸ§ Observe massive colonies of royal penguins (home to the entire population), king penguins, elephant seals, and albatross šŸ”¬ Unique site for geological research and biodiversity study, an important outpost for researchers šŸžļø Explore a remote, pristine subantarctic wilderness with dramatic, isolated natural beauty

Why Avoid

šŸŒŠ Located in "Furious Fifties", travel by boat can be rough šŸ„¶ Cold, wet, and windy weather conditions šŸš« Limited accessibility, only by sea, and remote location far from Tasmania and New Zealand

Tips

šŸ’Š Bring dramamine for boat travel.
šŸš¢ Travel with companies offering island trips.
šŸ§„ Dress appropriately for harsh, cold, wet, and windy conditions.
šŸ”­ Observe wildlife from a respectful distance.

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