Argentina · Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur

Best beaches in Grytviken

9 ranked beaches in Grytviken, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Grytviken

1

Fortuna Bay Beach

Important expedition beach with wildlife, glacial scenery, and Shackleton-route significance.

7.0

2

Gold Harbour Beach

A signature South Georgia landing beach with glaciers, cliffs, seals, and penguins.

7.0

3

Grytviken Beach

Historic settlement beach beside South Georgias best-known heritage site.

7.0

4

Hope Point Beach

Small beach sector near King Edward Cove, useful for full Grytviken-area coverage.

7.0

5

King Edward Cove Beach

Recognized coastal landing area near Grytviken and the main administrative cove.

7.0

6

Maiviken Beach

Accessible wildlife beach near Grytviken with strong expedition and research-station value.

7.0

7

Penguin River Beach

Low-profile beach near Grytvikens historic coast and wildlife routes.

7.0

8

Salisbury Plain Beach

Major king penguin beach and one of the islands most photographed coastal plains.

7.0

9

St Andrews Bay Beach

One of South Georgias most iconic wildlife beaches, known for vast king penguin colonies.

7.0

What makes Grytviken's beaches stand out?

Grytviken sits in Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur, Argentina and is home to 9 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Grytviken or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.