Journey to the Weddell Sea and the remote eastern side of the Antarctic Peninsula. This is a nature lover’s and photographer’s paradise, offering the opportunity to view Emperor Penguins early in the breeding season, as well as the spectacular western flanks of the Antarctic Peninsula. Observe huge glaciers, tabular icebergs and abundant wildlife including whales and seals. South Georgia offers the chance to photograph and observe huge colonies of King Penguins at close quarters against a backdrop of unrivalled scenery.
Highlights of our Emperor Penguins program include:
• Visit Emperor Penguin rookeries
• Explore Elephant Island, refuge of Ernest Shackleton
• View Adelie, Chinstrap, Macaroni and Gentoo Penguin colonies
• Experience the towering ice cliffs of Princess Martha Coast
• Scenery and abundant birdlife on South Georgia and Falklands
• Excursions by helicopter and zodiac
Departures This trip has one scheduled departure exploring the Shackleton Triangle - Elephant Island, Weddell Sea and South Georgia, departing 06 November 2010.