15 Dec 2012
Macquarie Island Visit
This evening we reluctantly sailed away from Macquarie Island which had enthralled the group with its abundant wildlife. Expeditioners enjoyed two days exploring the coastline, and particularly enjoyed encounters at the huge Royal Penguin colony. We were warmly welcomed by staff at the ANARE base who always enjoy the diversion of contact with visitors to their lonely outpost. The weather was fairly kind and we accomplished most of what we set out to do.
12 Dec 2012
We are nearing the end of our second full day at sea with the swell picking up to around 3m and a rising westerly at 15-18knots. Everyone is settlin…READ MORE
11 Dec 2012
We are encountering heavy seas on our way south from Tasmania. All in good spirits but mostly staying in cabins at present.READ MORE
