21 Nov 2013
Macquarie Magic
We cruised down the coast in the early hours, enjoying the sight of the snow covered coastline as a light dusting had fallen overnight. The huge King Penguin colony at Lusitania Bay was visible from the ship but conditions prevented a closer look. We returned north and the group was ferried ashore at Buckles Bay where they were taken on a tour of the ANARE Base and the surrounding area. Highlights were undoubtedly the many Gentoo Penguins on the nest with chicks which were obligingly close to the walkways and numerous adult male and weaner Elephant Seals which made the most of any manmade shelter. Base staff were happy to answer questions about their work in this lonely outpost and the delightfully sunny morning was enjoyed by all. We sailed at 1500hrs for Campbell Island.
20 Nov 2013
We experienced some heavy seas on the run to Macquarie Island where we came to anchor at 0200hrs off the ANARE base at Buckles Bay. There we picke…READ MORE
18 Nov 2013
A few braved the light rain this morning to make a landing at Epigwatt to see what remains of the wreck of the ‘Grafton’ which ran aground in Carnley…READ MORE
17 Nov 2013
The group was shuttled ashore under cloudy skies at Sandy Bay where they had their first taste of Sea Lion hospitality. Once past the inquisitive and…READ MORE
