Mawson's Antarctica, Commonwealth Bay
Mawson's Antarctica, Commonwealth Bay + NZ Sub-Antarctic Islands 26 days
Mawson's Antarctica, Commonwealth Bay + NZ Sub-Antarctic Islands 26 days
Aboard: Akademik Shokalskiy
Sir Douglas Mawson is arguably the grandfather of Antarctic Science. The Australian Antarctic Expedition 1911 - 1914 is notable for its achievements and sadly its tragedies including the deaths of Ninnis and Mertz and Mawson’s almost superhuman trek to safety.
Mawson’s Hut at Cape Denison still stands; protected against the extreme weather the region is renowned for. Cape Denison is one of the very few ice free and readily accessible areas along the East Antarctic coastline. However when the Mertz Glacier tongue broke off in 2010 it blocked the annual movement of sea ice preventing any shipping and effectively isolating the area, we have been monitoring conditions in this region since and now see opportunities to return and explore this majestic, remote coastline.
Please note: a mandatory US$880pp landing fee charge applies to this sailing
Highlights
- Rare
landings in NZ sub-Antarctic islands
- Spectacular Commonwealth Bay region of Antarctica
- Historical exploration sites
- Myriad
avian and marine wildlife
What's Included
- One night hotel accommodation pre cruise including dinner and breakfast
- Full board accommodation on board ship
- All zodiac and shore excursions
- Programme of expert lectures
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All Aboard
Akademik Shokalskiy
A recently refurbished Russian survey ship with accommodation for 48 passengers. All cabins have outside views and range from suites to twin share cabins. Public areas incude lecture room, bar/lounge, dining room and hospital. There is an open-bridge policy.
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Now that I am back from my odyssey voyage, I thought I would let you know that after all that planning it really did exceed my expectations – we managed landings everywhere even on Tristan da Cuhna and had great bird sightings. The guides all knew what they were talking about too and made sure I got some great photos – still sorting them all out! Thanks for everything and see you at Birdfair!
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