A Glorius Expedition

by Alec Hardiman

Departure in March 2025

Region: Antarctica

Destinations: Antarctic Circle

Ship: m/v Ortelius

Highlights: Photo Workshop, Emperor Penguin, Antarctic Fur Seal, Adelie Penguin, Crabeater Seal, Gentoo Penguin, Humpback Whale, Leopard Seal, Wandering Albatross, Black-browed Albatross, Snow Petrel, Giant Petrel, Antarctic Shag, Fulmar, Antarctic Petrel, Hiking, Discovery and Learning Workshops, Astronomy Workshop

I can't say, just how amazing this trip was. It was truly incredible. The ship, the captain, the expedion staff, the expedition leader, the crew, the restaurant staff, the locations, the ice bergs and all the penguins, seals, birds and whales. I loved every minute of this expedition and it never disappointed. Sending a bunch of ordinary passengers down south to experience an environment so unique and rare that many years ago cost many people their lives to get here, is wild. I feel so lucky and blessed to have had this adventure, within the comfort of a warm remarkable vessel. The highlight, was an area called red rock Ridge, a place swarming with manic Adelie penguins and a rough zodiac trip, this felt like proper adventure. Many thanks, and I advise anyone who's thinking about going with oceanwide, to do it šŸ˜€

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