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PLA28-25, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
As we board, we meet the rest of the group, who are preparing for an entirely different challenge—the polar plunge.
An Antarctic Expedition’s Mission to Restore Historic Building
With the successful restoration of the hangar, there was a deep sense of satisfaction in seeing it returned to its original state.
OTL29-25, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
The cacophony of penguin calls and the sight of fluffy chicks being fed by their parents provided a fascinating glimpse into the life of the
PLA27-25, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
We landed on another stunning sandy beach riddled with baby fur seals and king penguins.
Historic building at Whalers Bay successfully restored after graffiti incident
In partnership with the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust (UKAHT), Oceanwide Expeditions has successfully restored a historic aircraft hangar at W
OTL28-25, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage + navigational worksho
Everywhere we looked, there were huge icebergs scattered across the water. It was like being in a completely different world.
HDS27-25, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
The red group set out on a Zodiac cruise, skimming across the icy waters, marvelling at the untouched beauty of the landscape.
HDS26-25, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
We woke up today with Hondius anchored in Fortuna Bay, home to another king penguin colony.
OTL27-25, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking,
The gentoo penguins waddled around, while some of the chicks huddled close to their parents for warmth.
From Stonington to the South Orkney Islands: The legacy of Nathaniel Palmer
Nathanial Brown Palmer, also known as 'Captain Nat,' was an American sealer, whaler, ship designer, and explorer whose polar legacy continue
Our guide to Antarctic whale watching on an expedition cruise
The nutrient-rich waters of Antarctica are one of the best places on Earth for whale watching.
All aboard the penguin express! The penguin highways of Antarctica
All penguin species are restricted to a slow waddle and short bursts of speed along their penguin highways.
PLA26-25, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
A perfect sunny day to remember, especially when a noisy rookery of Chinstrap penguins welcomed us at the top.
OTL26-25, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking,
The scenery alone was enough to leave us in awe, but our enjoyment was further enhanced by the many humpback whales, particularly a close sw
HDS25-25, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
The king penguins are famous for being glamorous, photogenic, and prone to attracting attention wherever they go.
To the ends of the Earth: an interview with Gabi Kolodko
We spoke with Gabi Kolodko, an Expedition Guide with Oceanwide Expeditions, during a recent trip to Scoresby Sund, Greenland.
PLA25-25, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking,
The first day of the year began with a day in Antarctica – what a great way to start!
OTL25-25, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
Shortly after delicious buffet lunch, our ship approached Shag Rocks, a group of six islets located about 150 miles west of the mainland of
The Conquering of the Frozen Continent: Hillary, Fuchs, and the Crossing of Antarctic
Sir Edmund Hillary made his mark on Antarctic history when, on 3 January 1958, he reached the South Pole, leading a team as part of the Comm
PLA24-24, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
We (carefully) raced outside to see 20+ orcas cruising through the swell, with at least three large males and a few mum and calf pairs.
HDS24-24, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking,
When were all lying in our pit, the perfect silence was broken a few times by the thundering sound of breaking ice in the glacier behind us.
OTL24-24, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage + navigational worksh
We saw several Weddell and crabeater seals sunbathing on ice floes as hundreds of gentoo penguins darted near our boats, feeding on the abun
