Territorial Claims in Antarctica

Argentina

Argentine Antarctica

Australia

Australian Antarctic Territory

Chile

Chilean Antarctica

France

Adélie Land

New Zealand

Ross Dependency

Norway

Queen Maud Land & Peter 1 Island

United Kingdom

British Antarctic Territory

Best Places to Visit in South America

Antarctic Peninsula

This is the most accessible part of the mainland with jagged mountain peaks, wildlife, and glaciers.

Deception Island

This is an active volcanic caldera with a flooded center where visitors can explore historic abadoned whaling stations at Whalers Day and take a swim in the hot springs.

South Georgia Island

This is an island known for its massive king penguin colonies, fur seal populations, and a whaling station at Grytviken.

Lemaire Channel

This is a narrow but breathtaking strait lined by cliffs and icebergs. It is known as Kodak's Gap for its scenery.

The South Pole

This is the bottom of the Earth. It can be reached with specialized fly-in expeditions, allowing visitors to attend.