253# Outpost Zero | The Bouvet Island mystery Bouvet Island, a small, remote island in the South Atlantic Ocean, has earned a mysterious reputation, partly due to its extreme isolation and unique status. Located about 1,600 kilometers (1,000 miles) from Antarctica, it is often referred to as the most remote island in the world. Its "disappearance" stems from historical cartographic confusion and the challenges of reaching it. Here's a closer look at the mystery behind Bouvet Island and its "disappearance":