As Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday today (08 May), one of the world’s oldest living creatures is sending warm wishes from the remote South Atlantic island of St Helena. Jonathan, the beloved Giant Tortoise who lives on St Helena, is believed to be 194 years old, making him the oldest known living land animal on Earth. To mark Sir David’s milestone birthday, St Helena Tourism is sharing a special photograph of Jonathan alongside a birthday card signed by i

St Helena in the South Atlantic is a true hiker’s paradise. For travellers drawn to remote, off-the-beaten-track adventures, it’s long been one to watch. Now, its iconic Post Box Walks are easier than ever to explore on the Outdooractive app - opening up these unique trails to millions of outdoor enthusiasts in the UK and beyond. The island’s network of 25 Post Box Walks caters to all abilities, from gentle coastal routes with sweeping ocean views to more challenging trails

St Helena, one of the world’s most remote inhabited islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, is inviting sports enthusiasts and adventure travellers to challenge themselves during Adventure Week 2026 . The programme pushes participants to their limits of stamina, skill, and determination against the island’s dramatic landscapes and open seas. The spirit of endurance was showcased on 17 January 2026 when British adventurer, Jasmine Harrison swam 30 miles around St Helena in 19 h

Jasmine Harrison, world record holder, solo sailor, solo rower and swimmer swam 30 miles around the remote island of St Helena in the South Atlantic Ocean in 19 hours on 17 th January 2026. What makes this feat utterly remarkable is that no-one has ever attempted it before and Jasmine is currently ¾ of the way sailing around the world on a 19-foot long boat in the Mini Globe Race. Having set off from Lagos in Portugal in December 2024 she has sailed 24,000 miles via Antigua