Gashamna

Seabourn Venture sailed south throughout the evening towards Hornsund. When guests awoke, the ship was blanketed in a thick layer of mist, which remained for most of the morning. Mystery seeped into every crevice in the ship, and only occasional glimpses of the landscape could be seen by those who were looking.

As the mountains revealed themselves, the ship became a flurry of activity as the Expedition Team prepared guests for the upcoming adventures. Gear was handed out, biosecurity screenings prevailed, and staff and the Arctic were aptly introduced.

The plan for the day was to land at Gashamna, a small bay to the south of Hornsund. Unfortunately, with the inclement weather came unfavorable landing conditions: a strong wind and long fetch in the bay meant it would have been unsafe for guests to land on shore. Nonetheless, embodying the true spirit of expedition, a new plan was conjured up. Fortunately, in fjord systems, finding refuge from prevailing winds is relatively straightforward.Читать далее