PENGUINS at Volunteer Point, Falkland Islands! | Norwegian Star
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.ย. 2024
- Join me on Day 13 of my 16-Day NCL Star South America & Antarctica solo cruise as I visit THOUSANDS of penguins at Volunteer Point in the Falkland Islands! Today was a dream - we trekked two and a half hours (most of which was off-roading) from Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands, to Volunteer Point, a location that can only be reached in a 4x4 vehicle or helicopter! There are no roads to get to this remote location, but once I arrived, I was greeted by more penguins than I could possibly count. Three different species: King Penguins, Gentoo Penguins and Magellanic Penguins (we've seen these before in an earlier vlog episode from this cruise!). The weather was beautiful and we were able to spend several hours walking around, coming within just a couple feet of the penguins! I do my best to give as many fun and interesting penguin facts as I experience this once in a lifetime journey. Once we get back to the port, there is a long line waiting for me to tender back to the NCL Star and we end up leaving port two hours late! I capped off the evening watching the best bartenders on the ship sing karaoke and then the infamous Glow Party!
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This was a fantastic video. Thank you so much for sharing your videos with us!
What an amazing experience to be so close to wildlife in the animals natural setting.
These birds are smart enough to know that humans aren't a threat or predator for them, how cool is that.
It is said (so not sure if true) that when the British reinforced the island with more aircraft a few years ago, that the birds weren't used to seeing such loud, noisy, fast things in the sky, and they would suddenly look up and topple over backwards! 🐧🐧🐧
That is a funny image 😂 wouldn’t surprise me! They aren’t as used to looking up other than for small birds!
King and emperor penguins hold the egg on their feet. I'll be going on the cruise this year, so excited!
Another great video. Hopefully we get to the Falklands on our trip next year. I hear it's hit / miss with weather. And "wheeling" off roading is fun until you get stuck and then break something. Glad you had a good time.
I have been watching your series and so jealous! This is high on my bucket list! I'm glad you got to experience this.
Thank you so much! It was incredible!
I think i was on the cruise after you. 7/1. I was the only one to visit the Falklands with an Argentine flag. Almost got into trouble.
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I’ve been following your trip vlog and I’ve enjoyed your videos tremendously. I’ll be doing a 22 day HAL cruise to S America and Antarctica this December. What camera are you using for video and still photos? I’m trying to decide what cameras to bring. Also, what tour company did you use for Volunteer point? I’m on a wait list for volunteer point on HAL. How bad was the bumpy ride in the 4 by 4? I have back pain. Would you discourage someone with back pain from going on this tour? Thanks once again!! I’ve also subscribed.
Thanks so much!! For most of the vlogging on this trip I used my Sony ZV-1F, which I honestly don't recommend for still photos, there are much better cameras out there, it is much better as a vlogging camera. I used my iPhone for my photos and they turned out great! Otherwise I'd recommend a camera with a really good lens as you'll want to be able to zoom pretty far in while cruising. I did Volunteer Point with "Adventure Falklands" tour, and yes, the ride was VERY bumpy for about an hour and a half (each direction) and honestly think if you have back pain it may not be a great option, although being able to see all the penguins so close is AMAZING, so it's a tough decision for sure!
@@MerCruisesSoloThank you so much for all this information. I appreciate it very much. Your videos are awesome and very enjoyable and informative.
Do you remember what company you guys used?
@@shannyrenee17 it was booked through AdventureFalklands! The person we worked with was named Shaun.
@@MerCruisesSolo thanks. We're going over xmas!😁
@@shannyrenee17 have a fantastic cruise! That’s when I did mine last year and I loved it! 😊
Did you film all of the excursion on your phone?
No, I used my camera for most of it!
@@MerCruisesSolo got it. Guess I got to get a camera where I can film and see myself at the same time
I will be on this cruise in January, 2025. Could you tell me the tour company you used to get to Volunteer Point and the cost per person. Thanks
Hi Amy! The company was “Adventure Falklands” and the cost was $200pp. Worth every penny! 😊
Thanks, I’ve sent an email to them. Did you use any other independent tours? I’d appreciate any assistance. Also, what pre cruise hotel did you use and do you have a packing list?
@@AmyWilliams-Mckern check out my other videos in this series, I talk about everything from hotel, packing, excursions, ship experience and much more!
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Would you recommend the cruise ship?
Yes, I definitely would! I enjoyed this cruise so much!
Amazing video. We missed Falklands In January so perhaps next time.
If you ever get to Melbourne Australia come see the penguin colony 10 minutes from the city in Stkilda and of course the Phillip Island penguins on Phillip Island 3 hours away.
Thank you!! I am planning an Australia and New Zealand trip in 2025, this is great information!