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HDS26-24, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
Hondius reached South Georgia in time for a 0410 sunrise over this beautiful island, providing guests onboard with their first breath-taking
OTL26-24, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
After taking beautiful photos, we cradled ourselves in our sleeping bags. During the night, some people saw some penguin visitors on shore a
PLA25-24, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
This afternoon a cruise around Cuverville Island was planned, but we never reached Cuverville. On the bridge, the staff spotted a pod of Kil
PLA26-24, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
We landed at Half Moon Island where we could visit a chinstrap penguin colony.
HDS25-24, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
Magellanic penguins are quite small, peculiar, constantly waddling and assisting themselves with their wings.
PLA24-23, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
As we passed a small rocky island, we saw three sleeping Weddell seals on top. It was a beautiful day to paddle through the icebergs on the
OTL25-24, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
The landscape was more beautiful than we could have imagined. A spectacular glacier surrounded our camping site. After some ice calving and
HDS24-23, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
Our guides took us on a short Zodiac cruise. Manoeuvring between icebergs, we tried to capture all this beauty in the form of photographs.
OTL24-23, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
The mountaineering team summited the stunning Jabet Peak, dominating the bay at over 500m above sea level.
PLA23-23, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
400,000 King Penguins, tens-of-thousands of fur seals and thousands of elephant seals all jostling for space – a cacophony of sound and smel
HDS23-23, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
The afternoon expedition unfolded at Danco Island, offering another opportunity to immerse in the wonders of Antarctica.
OTL23-23, trip log, Weddell Sea, In search of the Emperor penguin incl. helicopters
As we got closer, we could hear a cacophony of calls from the huge amount of fluffy grey chicks, which were sometimes being answered by the
Oceanwide celebrates 30 years of expedition cruising
Today marks the 30th anniversary of Oceanwide Expeditions. We eagerly anticipate the future with utmost confidence.
HDS22-23, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
Our team made a surprise visit to every Zodiac, offering all the passengers a lovely hot chocolate with or without rum.
PLA22-23, trip log, South Georgia Explorer
We cruised on glassy seas in nearby Elephant Cove and spent time with Elephant Seals, Antarctic Fur Seals, Kelp Gulls and South Georgia Pint
OTL22-23, trip log, Weddell Sea, In search of the Emperor penguin
With a bit of diligent scanning, it turned out there were dozens of Emperor Penguins scattered in small groups all around the ice.
HDS21-23, trip log, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Antarctica
Most of the black-browed albatrosses were already incubating their eggs, eagerly awaiting the arrival of their offspring.
First Snow Hill Island landing of the season
We’re excited to announce we’ve made the first Snow Hill Island landing of the 2023-24 Antarctic season, visiting one of Earth’s largest emp
Circumnavigating Spitsbergen
Our Around Spitsbergen voyage circumnavigates the principal island of the ruggedly beautiful Svalbard archipelago.
The Science of Sustainability: Interview with Nathalie Steins
Can polar travel be made more sustainable? This question was part of a research project by scientist Nathalie Steins, and we were eager to h
What’s so Special about East Spitsbergen?
Though eastern Svalbard does not differ dramatically from the rest of the island group, the itineraries we follow there give you a different
