Despite the stiff breeze, we were able to land on one of the southernmost islands in the Falkland Islands: Barren Island. With dozens of South American sea lion harems and hundreds of southern giant petrel chicks, we had plenty to see and photograph on shore. The afternoon was spent ship-cruising Falkland Sound, watching sei whales and flocks of feeding Magellanic penguins.
3/9/2025
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National Geographic Endurance
Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
Light winds and calm waters greeted us as National Geographic Endurance entered Port Stanley this morning. We disembarked after a breakfast, and the Zodiacs brought us ashore, where morning excursions awaited. Some of us enjoyed a visit to Fitzroy Farm, while others took a tour of local highlights. Some guests enjoyed a walk through town for some shopping. The streets were peppered with spectators and colorful runners for the annual local marathon. The afternoon offered the option of a second excursion, including one to Gypsy Cove. Detailed stories from local guides related eyewitness accounts that could never be found in books. After a long day, the winds picked up, and it was time for an exciting Zodiac ride back to the ship for a very special dinner. If that wasn’t enough, the evening’s entertainment was a local band brought on board by our ever so able and creative expedition leader. We could not have hoped for a better end to such a full day.
