Friends of South Georgia Island

We are dedicated to raising funds to protect and conserve the natural and cultural heritage of the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia, restore the ecological balance and return it to the incredibly rich and biodiverse island it once was.

Where is South Georgia?

In Shackleton’s Footsteps.

Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime expedition cruise, November 2026.

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What we do

Now that, thanks to all of your support in the Habitat Restoration project, South Georgia has been declared rodent free – we aim to keep it that way and so increase by millions the numbers of birds living there.

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The human history of South Georgia is one of scientific exploration, bravery, endurance, inginuity and sadly the industrial scale hunting of whales and seals for their oil and other products. The lessons of the past must not be forgotten if we are to proceed wisely into the future.

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Please support Friends of South Georgia Island. Help to restore South Georgia’s environment and preserve its history.

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