King Haakon Bay, United Kingdom

Cruise Port

King Haakon Bay

Bay in South Georgia.

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Overview

King Haakon Bay is a cruise port in United Kingdom. It lies on the coast at approximately -54.15, -37.317.

About King Haakon Bay

King Haakon Bay, or King Haakon Sound, is an inlet on the southern coast of the island of South Georgia. The inlet is approximately 13 km long and 4 km wide. The inlet was named for King Haakon VII of Norway by Carl Anton Larsen, founder of Grytviken. Queen Maud Bay, named for his queen, is nearby. Shackleton Gap, a mountain pass, connects King Haakon Bay to Possession Bay.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for King Haakon Bay — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around King Haakon Bay

King Haakon Bay in South Georgia Island
King Haakon Bay in South Georgia Island
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Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 7°C in Feb and coolest around 0°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
6°
3°
Feb
7°
3°
Mar
6°
2°
Apr
4°
1°
May
2°
-2°
Jun
1°
-3°
Jul
0°
-4°
Aug
0°
-3°
Sep
1°
-2°
Oct
3°
0°
Nov
4°
0°
Dec
5°
1°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near King Haakon Bay the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at King Haakon Bay, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →