ADVERTISING: Exclusive Antarctica & South Georgia expedition with BirdLife Australia and Aurora Expeditions

Aurora Expeditions, in conjunction with BirdLife Australia, have developed a special all-inclusive package for birding enthusiasts to experience South Georgia and Antarctica’s mesmerising and unique birdlife. On board Aurora Expeditions’ 54-passenger small ship, Polar Pioneer, you’ll travel from the Falkland Islands to the wildlife oasis of South Georgia before sailing to Antarctica, accompanied by BirdLife Australia’s senior bird ecologist Mick Roderick and Aurora’s expert team of polar specialists, highlighting and interpreting the immense birdlife of the region. Timed perfectly to witness the region’s springtime, the voyage will feature the world’s largest king penguin rookeries as well as a range of other penguin species such as gentoo, chinstrap, Magellanic, macaroni and rockhopper. Breeding pairs of light-mantled sooty albatross can also be found nesting amongst the tussocks as well as two varieties of skua, sheathbills, kelp gulls and the striking blue-eyed cormorant. Daily landings offer the freedom to explore rookeries at your own pace, Zodiac cruises provide opportunities to get up close to the towering icebergs and massive glaciers, and the 24-hour viewing platform allows constant wildlife watching across the magnificent landscapes of Antarctica & South Georgia. The package including return economy airfares from Australia, a 3-night stay in Santiago, city tours, transfers and the 18-day ‘Scotia Sea Springtime’ expedition, the 24-day package starts from $26,395 per person, twin share. That is a saving of $600 per person. In addition, each passenger will receive a complimentary 12-month BirdLife Australia membership. For more information or to download a detailed itinerary visit www.auroraexpeditions.com.au/birdlifeaustralia, or call Aurora Expeditions on 1800 637 688.