This morning we explored the stunning Neko Harbor. Neko is a western inlet of the Antarctic Peninsula that consistently offers breathtaking expanse of peaks and glaciers surrounding the area; it is also the location of a thriving gentoo penguin nesting site. Nests having been set high up on an overlooking hillside, the penguins designate pathways for their frequent and collective venturing back and forth for food in the coastal waters below. We landed ashore to get a closer look, and it was a true treat to watch the gentoos walk in tandem up and down their highways.
1/19/2025
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The Drake Passage
As we navigated north across the Drake Passage, conditions gradually improved and blue petrels and black-browed albatrosses graced our journey as visitors. John Pailthorpe delivered a captivating retelling of Shackleton's attempted crossing of the Antarctic continent, recounting the trials faced by those rugged men who cared little for comfort yet had a penchant for taking mortal risks. Following him, National Geographic Photographer Ralph Lee Hopkins shared some of the many future exploration options available to our guests through National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. As we approached Tierra del Fuego, the seas calmed. Although the skies remained overcast, wildlife became increasingly abundant as we neared the entrance to the Beagle Channel. Captain Martin presented a fascinating overview of the construction of MV National Geographic Resolution and her impressive capabilities. As we entered the channel, we were greeted by hourglass and dusky dolphins while enjoying empanadas for teatime. Once we entered the Beagle, sailing was smooth all the way to Ushuaia.
