Wereldreis 2023

15 THE SOUTH GEORGIA EXPERIENCE Largely untouched and blessed with a sub-Antarctic climate and nutrient-rich seas, South Georgia is strikingly green with vegetation and teeming with wildlife, including massive populations of king and other penguin species, fur seals, elephant seals, albatrosses, giant petrels and other seabirds. Whales, orcas and dolphins abound offshore in the most diverse marine ecosystem on earth. Your Captain and Expedition Leader plan your days in South Georgia to offer you a variety of amazing experiences, based on conditions and wildlife reports. Your Expedition Team members accompany you on landings at the various sites in complimentary Zodiacs ® and excursions. NEW ISLAND, FALKLAND ISLANDS Wind-swept New Island, one of the world’s most remote inhabited islands, lies on the western fringe of the Falklands Archipelago. A place of colorful landscapes, New Island supports some of the largest concentrations and diversity of wildlife in the Falklands, with over forty species of nesting birds. Four species of penguins, including 13,000 gentoo and 26,000 Southern rockhopper penguins call the island home. Embracing winds and seas below, 60,000 black-browed albatross soar along the cliffs. Complimentary Zodiac ® and optional kayak excursions enhance your experience. THE ANTARCTIC EXPERIENCE You will never forget your first sighting of Antarctica and its islands. For the next five days, your Captain and Expedition Leader plan your itinerary, complimentary Zodiac ® landings, scenic cruising and exploration operations to offer you the widest variety of experiences possible based on conditions and wildlife reports. Visits to breeding colonies of different penguin species; sightings of crabeater, Weddell and leopard seals basking on ice or swimming; and watching various species of whales are just some of the wildlife highlights you can experience in this coveted region. ANTARCTICA 14