It has less than 5 thousand. inhabitants and lies in the middle of the ocean. Poles will enter without a visa

For decades, traveling to St. Helena has been a real adventure. The small, mountainous piece of land in the middle of the Atlantic could be reached primarily by ship, which meant crossing the ocean for several days. The situation changed in 2017, when regular passenger flights were finally launched. Thanks to them, one of the most isolated places in the world has become much more accessible to tourists.

Napoleon Island is at your fingertips

Saint Helena is best known as the place of exile of Napoleon Bonaparte. Today, less than 5,000 people live here permanently. people, and the huge distance from the continent still remains one of the most characteristic elements of this destination. The easiest way to get here is from South Africa. The direct flight from Johannesburg on Airlink takes less than five hours and operates once a week. One-way ticket prices start from around PLN 2,000. zloty.

Poles can fly without a visa, but they need a permit

Polish tourists do not need to apply for a visa before traveling to Saint Helena. However, it is necessary to obtain a special residence permit, which is usually issued for a period of up to three months. It costs £20. A return ticket and a passport valid for at least six months from the planned date of leaving the island are also required for entry.

There are rugged cliffs, green hills and landscapes completely different from typical tropical islands, although of course there will also be beaches and waterfalls. Saint Helena is inextricably linked with the history of Napoleon – it is home to, among others, his estate, museum and empty tomb (the emperor’s body was taken to Paris).

The infrastructure has also improved in recent years. The Internet is now available, although there are still no ATMs, so you need to prepare enough cash before traveling.