At Sea to Tristan da Cunha
The weather over the days at sea from South Georgia has been characterised by the westerly winds that one would expect in the 'Roaring Forties'. As we continue our passage to the north we departed these latitudes today and can look forward to milder weather and more moderate winds. Indeed, today the temperature reached a little over 60° F and a few pairs of shorts were sported on deck, although their appearance may have been a little premature.
On the fourth full day at sea from South Georgia our sense of anticipation grew not only with the improving weather but also with the knowledge that we will sight land tomorrow and, if all goes to plan, make our landfall in the Tristan da Cunha group. These islands are among the most remote rocks on the planet and the population that inhabit the main island make a good claim to being the most remote settlement.
The day was devoted to preparation for our arrival, with time to attend presentations about the islands and read up on what we can expect in the next two days. While this was going on inside, the watch for wildlife from the bridge and the pool deck continued outside. During the day we were joined by a succession of seabird species that are defined by this isloated location, such as the Atlantic petrel and spectacled petrel (pictured) that breed in the Tristan group and nowhere else.
The weather over the days at sea from South Georgia has been characterised by the westerly winds that one would expect in the 'Roaring Forties'. As we continue our passage to the north we departed these latitudes today and can look forward to milder weather and more moderate winds. Indeed, today the temperature reached a little over 60° F and a few pairs of shorts were sported on deck, although their appearance may have been a little premature.
On the fourth full day at sea from South Georgia our sense of anticipation grew not only with the improving weather but also with the knowledge that we will sight land tomorrow and, if all goes to plan, make our landfall in the Tristan da Cunha group. These islands are among the most remote rocks on the planet and the population that inhabit the main island make a good claim to being the most remote settlement.
The day was devoted to preparation for our arrival, with time to attend presentations about the islands and read up on what we can expect in the next two days. While this was going on inside, the watch for wildlife from the bridge and the pool deck continued outside. During the day we were joined by a succession of seabird species that are defined by this isloated location, such as the Atlantic petrel and spectacled petrel (pictured) that breed in the Tristan group and nowhere else.
