26 Dec 2012
Calm After the Storm
We reached the lee of the Auckland Islands at 2300 last night and everyone appreciated the opportunity to sleep in the calm after the storm we had experienced out at sea. Everyone slept soundly and woke feeling much refreshed. The wind and sea had eased, so after breakfast we headed out again and found the conditions much better, so we are now making good speed towards Macquarie Island.
This region immediately south of the Auckland Islands is renowned for a high diversity and abundance of seabirds, many of which are now accompanying our progress through a more benign ocean.
25 Dec 2012
The weather is not good today and the forecast isn't great. We anchored up in Tagua Bay after a ship cruise into North Arm. Most of the group took th…READ MORE
24 Dec 2012
We dropped anchor at Sandy Bay shortly after 6am and went ashore to enjoy Enderby Island and its wildlife. It is always a pleasure to wander in this …READ MORE
23 Dec 2012
We arrived at the Snares Islands shortly after dawn. It was interesting to note a lot more Buller’s Albatross around than we normally see due to this…READ MORE
