Antarctica, South Georgia & The Falkland Islands rank as one my favourite places in the world to see wildlife. From king penguins to gentoos and wandering albatross, a visit here belongs on every wildlife lover’s bucket list.
Read on to learn about my adventures through this remarkable icy landscape and if you'd like to find out how to book a similar trip and see my itinerary enquire below
Amazing wildlife
Imagine watching 2000 king penguins march towards you on their way to the sea at dawn. This is St Andrew's Bay in South Georgia one of the top places to visit on any trip to the South Atlantic.
Breathtaking landscapes
From the jagged black mountains of South Georgia to icy realms of the Antarctic peninusula, you will be blown away by the beautiful scenery.
My Antarctic adventures
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World's largest penguin colony
St Andrews Bay in the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia is home to more than half a million king penguin pairs.
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Painting king penguins
Watch the process as I complete a new painting featuring a pair of king penguins. See how I go from inspirational sightings of king penguins in South Georgia.
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A Penguin Paradise
Filmed in the South Atlantic Ocean including the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica, enjoy penguins as they march across this icy landscape.
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Gentoo penguins
Gentoo penguins are the fastest penguin swimmers in the world. By using their wings like flippers, they can propel themselves through the water at speeds of up to 22 miles per hour.
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Why penguins can't fly
Find out why penguins can't fly and other amazing penguin facts. Filmed on location in South Georgia and the Antarctic, this takes you through the penguin basics.
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A new penguin collection
My Antarctic adventures inspire a new art collection, featuring king and Adelie penguins.
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Penguin Can't Shake Seaweed
King penguins are known for being a touch more regal in stance and posture than other penguin species. So when this king penguin at St Andrew's Bay in South Georgia gets tangled in a long strand of sea kelp, the comic effect is priceless.
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Deafening sound
If you've ever wondered what half a million penguins sound like, listen to this. Filmed at St Andrew's Bay on the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia in October-November 2024, home to the largest colony of king penguins on the planet.
A sea adventure
Travel in comfort aboard a safe and stable ship, with well appointed cabins and delicious food.
With fast zodiac boats to take you ashore and experienced and knowledgeable guides, experience the wilderness in style
Make Antartica your next destination
I’ve joined forces with travel specialists to create the perfect itinerary to Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Find out how you can follow in my footsteps to watch albatross soar overhead or see gentoo penguins collect pebbles in this remarkable region.
* Please note if you choose to book with one of my recommended tour operators, I will receive a commission which helps support my wildlife films, so I can continue bringing you the wildlife stories you love.
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Why book with Robert E Fuller & Wildfoot?
As a wildlife artist, Robert travels the world to see animals in their natural habitat. Over the years he has learned of the best places to see the most elusive species.
Now Robert has partnered with award-winning tour operators Wildfoot Travel to create bespoke trips to see polar bears in the Arctic, king penguins in the Antarctic, lions in Zimbabwe and more.
Each tour is personally endorsed by Robert and delivered by Wildfoot, who organise everything from luxury accommodation to daily excursions so that you can relax and focus on the wildlife.
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