Our expedition got off to a great start with beautiful weather and scenery all around us. The morning began with staff introductions, a few briefings, and biosecurity cleaning of our gear. We cruised into Kongsfjorden to linger along the incredible Lilliehookbreen glacier. This tidewater glacier’s ice meets the sea at a width of seven kilometers.
After lunch, we enjoyed a gorgeous afternoon of hiking and kayaking at Signehamna. The hikers went up the hill and were treated to wide views of the fjord, the mountains, the glacier, and wildlife, including snow buntings, an arctic fox, and rock ptarmigan. Kayaking took place in the calm bay with fast ice, common and king eiders, and a great skua, along with birds starting their nesting season up on the cliffs. Black-legged kittiwakes, Brunnich’s guillemots, and glaucous gulls soared above while guests paddled around the serene waters.
We ended our fun-filled day with the Captain’s Welcome cocktail party in the Ice Lounge.
