Located in the heart of the South Atlantic Ocean, between Brazil and Africa, lies the little known British Overseas Territory of St Helena. Previously inaccessible to all but the most determined traveller, a new airport opening at the end of 2017 will give visitors the opportunity to explore this remote island and discover the incredible marine life that surrounds it.
Between January and February swim alongside colossal whale sharks, which can reach lengths of up to 40 feet.
Explore the rolling hills and rugged coast line of this volcanic outcrop.
Explore clear, warm waters teeming with marine life. Eight shipwrecks offer particular points of interest.
The capital of St Helena, Jamestown is a colourful Georgian seaport with a remarkable heritage.
Surrounded by clear warm waters brimming with diverse wildlife, the remote location of St Helena means it remains relatively undiscovered by the outside world.
Nearly 750 marine species have been recorded off the coast of St Helena, with at least 50 of these being endemic.
St Helena is a haven for birdlife, including the extremely rare endemic Wirebird.
One of the most remote places on Earth, until the end of 2017 when the new airport opens, St Helena is hard to reach and seldom visited. Be one of the first to explore this destination.
Very good and well-planned itinerary. I had a great time in St Helena and my guides, Anthony and Maria, were great. I enjoyed all my trips around the island and had good interactions with the whale sharks. As for South Africa, I have never seen so many leopards on one trip before! I didn't see a chameleon unfortunately but the leopard overdose made up for that!
The clear, warm waters surrounding St Helena, dotted with shipwrecks and rocky coral reefs, make this small and remote island an enticing destination for snorkelling and marine wildlife enthusiasts. Boasting almost 750 recorded marine species, visitors are sure to encounter some of the island’s unique and diverse wildlife, from endemic fish species to Hawksbill turtles, dolphins and sea anemones.
The sea temperatures range from 19 to 25˚C, and are warmest during the months of January and February, when whale sharks can be seen gliding close to the ocean surface. Despite their colossal size – reaching lengths of up to 40 feet or more – whale sharks are incredibly docile creatures, letting you swim alongside them as they filter plankton with their cavernous mouths.
Swimming with whale sharks is an extraordinary opportunity to observe these gentle giants up close.
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Download our whale travel guide, or talk to one of our specialists for more details on travelling to St Helena. Please note we recommend a budget of from £7,000 / $10,000 USD per person for our style of trip to this destination.
