After a certain point in time, getting a drink at your neighbourhood bar stops being exciting and just routine. But what’s the point of getting a drink, if you don’t work hard to deserve it? Here are a few bar suggestions that’ll have you travelling through some of the remotest, most hard-to-reach locales ever!
Faraday Bar, Antarctica
Touted as the southernmost bar in the world, the Faraday Bar is based in the Vernadsky Research Base on Gallindez Island – the same base where scientists discovered a hole in the ozone layer. The island is 5 miles off the Antarctic Peninsula and is surrounded by icy mountains so you know you’ve got good ambience and great company in scientists who occasionally take a break at the bar. Since the facilities were bought by Ukraine in 1996, you’d be remiss to not have their $3 vodka.
Christian’s Cafe, Pitcairn Islands
This bar, only open on Fridays post 6.30 pm, is situated in Adamstown, Pitcairn Islands in the South Pacific. WIth a total population of just around 50, this island sure is isolated and if you plan on staying beyond just two weeks, you’re going to have to get a permit from the governor. Oh, also, the catch is that there are no flights here so you’re going to have to travel to these scenic (and volcanic) islands by boat.
Irish Pub, Nepal
Located in Namche Bazaar, Nepal, this pub claims to be the highest bar in the world and we don’t doubt it. If you plan to have a drink before setting off to conquer Mount Everest or just plan on having an adventurous trek to get to your favourite Irish whiskeys or Sherpa-approved wines, this pub is calling your name. You must first fly into one of the most dangerous airports in the world – Lukla Airport – and then do a two-day trek to this scenic pub.
Camp Kalahari, Botswana
If the cold isn’t your cup of tea, you could plan a trip to Camp Kalahari, based in the middle of the dry savannas of Makgadikgadi Game Reserve. Although you may not be able to see much wildlife that can last in the heat and wild winds of the reserve, you can have lots of peace and quiet at this pub amidst old-world decor and great classic drinks. Who’s coming with us?
The Old Forge, Scotland
What started as an actual blacksmith’s forge, is now a pub that has also been called the most remote bar in the Guinness Book of World Records. The pub boasts of delicious food, Glenfinnan micro-brewery’s beers and a really warm, welcoming vibe. Although there are no roads connected to The Old Forge, you can take one of the multiple ferries that started due to the pub’s growing popularity.
