We headed out to Dorian Bay on Weincke Island today for our first excursion of the day. We finally got to walk which, after being cooped up on the boat was fantastic. We went up to the top of a peninsula to look out at the view. Unfortunately it was pretty cloudy so there wasn't much inspiration for photographs.
Instead, we played in the snow. It was the perfect snowball snow so many snowballs were thrown, snow angels made and everyone was having a great time goofing off!
As I looked around it really struck me - everyone was smiling and laughing. We were all very much in that moment - all far away from our real lives, enjoying this special place. That's how it should be!
Lunch was served not too long after we were back. I have to say that the meals on board have been gourmet! Artistic presentation, plenty of variety and some delicious vegetarian options.
After a failed attempt to get us out on to the zodiacs at 14h they moved further south in the Lemaire Channel where they hoped it would be more sheltered from the wind. We managed to get out at 15h and went cruising between the icebergs in Pleneau Bay. It was gorgeous, absolutely stunning!
Time flew by and we didn't even notice. We were called back because the winds had picked up. Part way back the zodiac broke down which meant we had to transfer from one boat to another while out on these waters. Fun! Maximiliano came to our rescue in what we called the 'Maxi-taxi'. ;o)
On the way back we had to brace ourselves for choppy water and lots of getting splashed. And boy did we! It was cold but most of us were laughing the whole way back. Some were not amused! It was cold and I understand but that is part of the experience. We're in ANTARCTICA for goodness sake!
My cameras didn't fare well on the voyage and I'm rather worried about them at the moment. I hope returning to room temperature will bring them back to life...
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