Deception Island, Whalers & Telefon Bays

Paul and I went out for a bit in the morning to see the former whaling station. It was a pleasant walk along the beach to see some old boats, and then back along the beach to see the processing pots and former buildings. The snow has receded a bit since last week. There was a lot more penguin guano and we had to scrub our boots before we got inside the zodiac. We also had to do this when we got inside the ship, to get rid of any residue.

In the afternoon Paul had to got to work so he couldn't go ashore in Telefon Bay. I was looking forward to going ashore and going to the crater rim, but by the time my group was called, the weather turned, and it became raining and sleety, and we couldn't see much outside. It is a pity! I know that the ship will come here another time, so hopefully there will be a nice opportunity to go ashore again.Read more