From Aberdeen to Arctic
by Julia Garner
Departure in June 2023
by Julia Garner
Departure in June 2023
Region: Arctic
Destinations: Svalbard, Jan Mayen
Ship: m/v Hondius
Highlights: Arctic Fox, Fin Whale, Harp Seal, Killer Whale, Polar Bear, Walrus, Bearded Seal, Little Auk, King Eider, Hiking, Birding
This expedition exceeded all our expectations. We went to experience the Arctic and that's what we did. The pack ice, views, wildlife ...all wonderful. Fair Isle was uncharacteristically hot in the British heat wave - the puffins and skuas on form. Jan Mayen was experienced as it should be - wet and wild. The pack ice was just stunning - so inspirational for art work and Svalbard - wow - field sketching at 2am in the morning - it just had to be done! The landings were all exciting and to see polar bears, whales, walruses - brilliant. The blue fulmars accompanied us in the north and are now a favourite - little albatrosses of the north. The ship, staff, lectures - all splendid and the food was wonderful! Thank you for the most amazing experience - we'll be back!
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