26 Jun 2012
Eagles and a Helicopter
We have now embarked on our 'In the Wake of Bering' expedition to assist Birdlife International and Birds Russia in searching for the critically endangered Spoon-billed Sandpiper. Our first stop was at the Zhupanova River where we took our Zodiacs up-river for several miles searching for the majestic Steller's Sea Eagle which breeds here. We found several of their nests and had great views of these impressive birds.
Soon after this excursion, four voyage participants who were delayed due to international flight disruptions had the thrill of joining the group by helicopter. Now we have everyone on board we will push onwards in the footsteps of Vitus Bering.
24 Jun 2012
The Koryaksky Volcano overlooks Yelizovo Airport as passengers arrive for the In the Wake of Bering expedition. READ MORE
23 Jun 2012
The final day of the Sea of Okhotsk expedition has drawn to a close. Late this evening we launched the zodiacs for the last time and spent nearly two…READ MORE
21 Jun 2012
The penultimate day of this expedition was blessed with beautiful sunshine. This morning we landed at the Opala River, one of the many rivers that dr…READ MORE
