Day 21 & 22
On our final day at sea, many guests enjoyed being outside, marvelling at the stunning landscape of the Chilean fjords, replete with towering blue glaciers, and rippling emerald forests. The sight of green, fresh life was a welcome vision after the frozen world we had left behind. And so, as our f...
Day 19 & 20
The first of our last three sea days began with many lie-ins and late starts. Guests enjoyed the opportunity to take things easy, and basked in the glow of the many memories they had made along the voyage. The expedition team provided many interesting activities throughout the day, including a knitt...
Day 18
Our last day in Antarctica ended with a flourish of paradisical beauty. In the morning, we visited Petermann Island, where guests marvelled at a colony of Adelie and Gentoo penguins and their chicks. However, the true highlights of this landing were the towering mountains which glistened around us i...
Day 17
After collecting the campers early in the morning, we sailed onwards to Neko Harbour. Here, guests marvelled at the stunning glaciers surrounding the harbour, the many icebergs, and a colony of Gentoo Penguins. In the afternoon, we collected a team from the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust at Port Lockro...
Day 16
In the morning, we landed in the stunning Orne Harbour. Here, guests took a brief but steep hike up to the mountain ridges, where they came face to face with a colony of Chinstrap Penguins, and walked next to their ‘Penguin Highway’. In the afternoon, we visited the fascinating and iceberg-laden env...
Day 14 & 15
After visiting Signy, we spent another day at sea, however the early morning offered yet another exciting and rare opportunity. Guests were encouraged to go outside and observe the stunning iceberg A23A, the largest in the world. The rest of the day was passed in pleasant relaxation, as guests enjoy...
Day 12 & 13
On this day, it was time to leave the magical land of South Georgia behind. We set sail across the churning, seething sea, and steered a course for the deep south. Guests had an opportunity to gain some rest and relaxation before the excitement of Antarctica, and many took part in a tour of the brid...
Day 11
In the morning we visited the breath-taking St Andrew’s Bay. The expedition team provided a guided cruise around the bay in which guests were able to gaze upon an endless panorama of over 500,000 King Penguins, interspersed with groups of goliath elephant seals, and all set against the backdrop of a...
Day 10
In the morning, we arrived in the stunning Hercules Bay, under a perfectly clear and blue sky. Guests were treated to awe-inspiring panoramic views of the bay and its Macaroni penguin inhabitants as they took part in a small-boat cruising organised by the expedition team. In the afternoon, we paid a...
Day 9
On this day, we visited a secluded and calm bay named Sandebugten. Here, guests had their first chance to set foot upon the fabled grounds of South Georgia. Guests ventured through tussac and sands, encountering many (mostly friendly) fur seals and their pups along their way. A short hike allowed gu...
Day 8
Our first day in South Georgia was characterised by an abundance of wonderful wildlife. In the morning, guests were treated to a small-boat cruising in the stunning Possession Bay. Fur Seals and King Penguins were the stars of this morning. In the afternoon, we continued to Prince Olaf Harbour, wher...
Day 6 & 7
Icy rains and shapeless, heavy mists enveloped us as we left the Falklands and sailed eastwards. As our sturdy ship punched through the wind-pulled crests of innumerable waves, guests reclined and rested in the comfort of delectable meals and stimulating lectures. The ocean’s passion did not subsi...
Day 5
The beautiful town of Port Stanley was our next stop in the Falkland Islands. The weather was less kind to us on this day, as rain cascaded from a flint-tinged canopy of looming clouds. Nonetheless, guests were able to enjoy a guided community walk through the welcoming environs of the town, where t...
Day 4
As we arose on this morning, we were greeted by the glorious sight of a sapphire blue sky, illuminated by a fiercely burning sun. In the morning we visited Saunders Island, where guests were treated to the sight of King, Gentoo, Rockhopper, and Magellanic penguins. In the afternoon, we paid a visit...
Day 2 & 3
Onwards we rolled, across an undulating emerald ocean, under the canvas of an azure sky, peppered with wisps of inchoate cloud. Rich rays of sunshine continued to bathe us in warmth as we ventured into the east. Briefings and introductions were the order of the day, as our guests got to know not onl...
Day 1
As we departed from our South American starting point, the aureate rays of a sedately setting sun danced on the surface of a rippling cerulean sea. Mellow breezes enveloped us in their amiable embrace, and the auspicious ambience of our departure portended the success of an adventure yet to come. Th...