Haswell Islands
Island Remote Antarctic island group off Mawson Coast
The Haswell Islands lie off the Antarctic coast and are uninhabited. The small group is of interest to scientific teams and expedition cruises for wildlife observations and coastal research in East Antarctica.
The Haswell Islands are a small group of rocky islands off the coast of East Antarctica, located in the vicinity of 66.54°S, 92.97°E. They are uninhabited and form part of the isolated coastal island groups found along this sector of the Antarctic coastline.
These islands are separated from the mainland by narrow channels and are largely composed of rock outcrops and ice-scarred surfaces typical of Antarctic coastal islands. They are administered under the Antarctic Treaty System and have no permanent settlements or infrastructure.
The group sits in the greater Queen Mary Land/Sabrina Coast region of East Antarctica, well beyond the southern oceanic shipping routes, and is visited only by scientific or limited expedition vessels.
How to Get to Haswell Islands #
Access only by specialist polar research vessels or expedition cruises operating in the Antarctic summer (roughly November-March). Landing is weather and ice dependent and subject to the Antarctic Treaty System’s environmental regulations.
Tips for Visiting Haswell Islands #
- Only researchers and expedition teams visit; private landings are tightly regulated and require formal permits.
- If visiting by research vessel, coordinate with national Antarctic programs for logistical and environmental protocols.
- There are no facilities-bring all supplies and follow strict waste‑management rules.
Best Time to Visit Haswell Islands #
The Haswell Islands are accessible only in the Antarctic summer; visits are arranged via scientific expeditions or specialized cruise operators.
