from Fortuna Bay to Stromness, the last four miles of his historic trek across South Georgia.
Landing site in Fortuna Bay on Worsley Beach, with Antarctic Fur Seals.
Gaining higher elevation, with commanding view of Fortuna Bay.
Small alpine lake at high point of crossing.
View down valley toward Stromness whaling station, at right edge of bay.
The Shackleton Waterfall.
Stromness whaling station to which Shackleton returned, unrecognizable after years at sea. From here he organized a return to Elephant Island to rescue the rest of his stranded crew. Epic!
Topographic map of route from IATTO Field Operations Manual.
This was an absolutely fabulous hike on a terrific day, on Christmas Eve!