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🇭🇲Heard Island and McDonald Islands
Oceania / Antarctic· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
N/A
Currency
Australian Dollar (AUD $)
Languages
anglais
Continent
Oceania / Antarctic
Calling code
+61
Timezone
UTC+5
Area
412 km²
Government
Australian external territory
National day
26 January - Australia Day
Internet domain
.hm
About
Heard and McDonald Islands are an uninhabited external territory of Australia in the southern Indian Ocean. They comprise the volcanic Heard Island and the McDonald Islands, largely glaciated and home to exceptional marine wildlife. A UNESCO World Heritage site, they are protected for scientific research.
Safety
Risk level :Extreme risk due to inhospitable environment, active volcano, and lack of infrastructure.
Risk areas
Heard Island - Active volcano (Big Ben)McDonald Islands - Extreme weather conditions
Crime(Low)
- No permanent human crime.
- Prepare for total isolation.
Terrorism(Low)
- No known risk.
- Strictly regulated access.
Transport
- Permit required for visit.
- Comprehensive travel insurance required.
Natural risks(High: volcano, ice, storms)
- Monitor volcanic activity.
- Polar equipment mandatory.
Health(No medical system; evacuation required)
- Vaccinations up to date.
- Insurance covering medical evacuation.
Practical tips
- Permit required through Australian authorities.
- Prepare for Antarctic conditions.
- Visits limited to scientific research.
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city centerNon disponible
1-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible
1-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible
Food
Inexpensive restaurant mealNon disponible
Meal for 2 at a mid-range restaurantNon disponible
McDonald's menuNon disponible
Local beer (0.5L)Non disponible
CappuccinoNon disponible
Water (1.5L)Non disponible
Bread (500g)Non disponible
Milk (1L)Non disponible
Eggs (12)Non disponible
Chicken (1kg)Non disponible
Apples (1kg)Non disponible
Bananas (1kg)Non disponible
Transport
Public transport ticketNon disponible
Monthly transport subscriptionNon disponible
Taxi ride (start)Non disponible
Taxi (1km)Non disponible
Gasoline (1L)Non disponible
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)Non disponible
Tennis court (1h weekend)Non disponible
CinemaNon disponible
TheaterNon disponible
Health
General practitioner consultationNon disponible
Dentist consultationNon disponible
Antibiotic medicationsNon disponible
Cold medications (6 days)Non disponible
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)Non disponible
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)Non disponible
Public services for 85m² apartmentNon disponible
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)Non disponible
Nike sports shoesNon disponible
International primary school (monthly)Non disponible
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType I
Emergency numbers
PoliceN/A
AmbulanceN/A
Fire departmentN/A
Practical information
Driving side
Left
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
not applicable (uninhabited)