As the frozen frontier faces rapid melting, a surge in “last chance tourism” is bringing record crowds to Antarctica. Experts warn that this influx poses a severe threat to the continent’s isolated ecosystem, heightening the risk of disease outbreaks and permanent environmental damage to one of the most fragile places on Earth.
Rising visitor numbers in Antarctica spark fears over pollution and health risks
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