29 Dec 2014
Macca Balloon Up
A big swell and less than 100m visibility caused some concerns as we began our landing at the ANARE Station at Buckles Bay but with the aid of compass and GPS the Zodiac drivers did a magnificent job. The fog lifted to reveal a sparkling blue sky once we had all landed for an interesting and informative morning on station and around the isthmus. The birders were delighted to tick the Redpoll and everyone saw Rockhoppers and Gentoos. Some even scored a lost Chinstrap Penguin a long way from home!
Photos on the walls of the mess where we devoured hot scones with jam and cream told the story of 50 years history here. Our intrepid kayakers managed to launch from a rolling ship and had a wow of a time, including the first ever landing of a kayak on Macca.
Kayakers Land on Macca
When the daily weather balloon went up it was the signal for everyone to make their way to the beach for transfer back to the ship. We were grateful that the weather had allowed us spend such a wonderful day here. This place is like Jurassic Park on steroids!
28 Dec 2014
In this part of the world Macquarie Island has no equal and Sandy Bay is the place where it all happens. It was challenging to launch and load the Zo…READ MORE
27 Dec 2014
The birders had a field day at sea, especially as we crossed into Australian waters for a few twitchers keen to build their Ozze lists. Macquarie Isl…READ MORE
26 Dec 2014
Visibility was low and it was blowing 30kts as we made our way into the narrow entrance of Carnley Harbour at 0630. Our objective for the morning was…READ MORE
