The Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve Management Plan 2014-2024 provides a comprehensive framework for the management of the Reserve.
Persons interested in visiting the Reserve are strongly encouraged to read the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve Management Plan 2014-2024 [PDF] and the permit application form [Word].
Persons that plan to visit the Reserve are strongly encouraged to discuss their proposal with the Australian Antarctic Division at their earliest convenience: himi@aad.gov.au.
The Reserve's unique values are vulnerable to visitor impacts. Its extreme isolation and inhospitable sub-Antarctic conditions present inherent dangers. All visits must be carefully planned. All visitors must be fully prepared, self-sufficient and aware of the potential dangers associated with their activities and visitation generally.
Download the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve Management Plan 2014-2024 [PDF].
If you cannot access the Plan, or require a hard copy, please contact us.