This morning we completed our transit on the high seas of the legendary Drake Passage and approached Cape Horn at the tip of South America. We enjoyed the company of dolphins and seabirds, impressed by how truly comfortable they are in their element, as we entered the Beagle Channel. We are returning from one of the wildest of all places on Earth, having met many of its challenges. We have immersed ourselves in Antarctica – the dramatic landscapes, the snow and ice, the penguins, and the sea itself. For many, it was the final continent, and certainly a trip of a lifetime with Lindblad/National Geographic.
1/19/2025
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National Geographic Resolution
The Drake Passage
As we navigated north across the Drake Passage, conditions gradually improved and blue petrels and black-browed albatrosses graced our journey as visitors. John Pailthorpe delivered a captivating retelling of Shackleton's attempted crossing of the Antarctic continent, recounting the trials faced by those rugged men who cared little for comfort yet had a penchant for taking mortal risks. Following him, National Geographic Photographer Ralph Lee Hopkins shared some of the many future exploration options available to our guests through National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. As we approached Tierra del Fuego, the seas calmed. Although the skies remained overcast, wildlife became increasingly abundant as we neared the entrance to the Beagle Channel. Captain Martin presented a fascinating overview of the construction of MV National Geographic Resolution and her impressive capabilities. As we entered the channel, we were greeted by hourglass and dusky dolphins while enjoying empanadas for teatime. Once we entered the Beagle, sailing was smooth all the way to Ushuaia.
