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Gough Island
Gough Island is a small island, near the Tristan da Cunha archipelago, situated in the South Atlantic Ocean. It is a United Kingdom territory governed by Saint Helena, which lies some 2000 miles to the north.
Gough Island was first known as Diego Alvarez, but it was sighted again in 1721 by Captain Gough, from his ship the Richmond. This brought a new name - and a bit more attention - to the place.
Culture and History
Though Gough Island is a U.K. territory, the only permanent settlement you will find is South African. South Africa leases a portion of the island from the U.K. for use by SANAP [1] as the only permanently manned South Atlantic Ocean meteorological station [2].
The island is an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Travel to Gough Island & Visa Requirements
Gough Island has no sheltered harbour or anchorage. The only suitable landing place for boats is at Glen Anchorage in Quest Bay on the island's east coast.
SA Agulhas, on a relief expedition, departs from Cape Town to Tristan da Cunha then onwards to Gough Island on an annual relief voyage. This ship carries cargo and passengers.
There is presently no access for tourists and even crew members from passing yachts may not go ashore except in the case of an extreme emergency.
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There are no public accommodations on Gough Island.
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