We reached both Stromness, Grytviken and Elephant Island and even landed at Cape Wild. Truly in the footsteps of Shackleton. Amazing wildlife everywhere. Glaciers and icebergs on the peninsula are just majestic and something to see.

Something you have to see for yourself. It really cannot be described.

Maybe

Swoop provided a superb service to us and gave good advice on planning and especially helped out when the original trip was cancelled.

In terms of content, the trip lived up to expectations and we got to visit and see all the places we had wanted. But with 145 guests, it felt a bit crowded at time. The operator was new to the ship and the guide team was somewhat disorganised, especially in the beginning. Several shorelandings were short and the activities somewhat restricted.

All arranged by ourself

Too crowded. Not enough zodiacs and crew. Some landings were very restricted as to what you could do and where you could go. We would have expected more excursions involving hiking over the ice and such. Too much focus on birds. Staff was great individuals but had to come together as a team. Many new staff who was working together for the first time.

Go for smaller ships with max 80-90 guests or even smaller numbers if possible.