Tucupit Point is a prominent rocky headland located on the east coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. Situated at approximately 68°20′S 64°55′W, it forms the northern side of the entrance to the Flask Glacier, where the glacier meets the Weddell Sea on the Bowman Coast of Graham Land.
The point is characterized by its steep, ice-free slopes in contrast to the surrounding ice-covered landscape. Its strategic position makes it a notable landmark in the region.
History and Naming: Tucupit Point was named by the United Kingdom Antarctic Place-Names Committee (UK-APC) in 1977. The name "Tucupit" is derived from an Inuit (Eskimo) word meaning "ice cap," which was chosen to reflect the heavily glaciated nature of the surrounding Antarctic environment, despite the point itself being rocky and exposed. The UK-APC frequently uses descriptive or thematic names for features in Antarctica.
Geography: As part of the Bowman Coast, Tucupit Point lies within a region known for its dramatic coastal scenery, dominated by large glaciers flowing from the Antarctic Peninsula into the Weddell Sea. The immediate vicinity of Tucupit Point is important for understanding the dynamics of the Flask Glacier and the local geological structure of the peninsula.