Beskrivning
One can observe Chinstrap Penguin, a range of other bird life and seals including: Leopard, Weddell and Elephant seals. The site was historically a sealing and whaling station, with derelict and decaying constructions present. Deception Island is still home to some scientific research stations. Tourism has been having an increasing effect since 1966.
Detaljer
Tillgänglighet
Deception island is accessible by boat. Take note of recent (Winter 2022) guidelines on distancing from wildlife - IAATO Guidlines state: "If visitors are approached by wildlife, visitors must take appropriate action to ensure the advised minimum distance of five metres is maintained where it can be safely done".
Terräng och habitat
Kanjon/klippa , StrandFörhållanden
Sandigt , Kulligt , Klippigt , BergigtRundtur
NejTubkikare behövs?
Kan vara användbartBästa säsong för skådning
VårBästa tid för ett besök
VårHur ansträngande vandring
Ansträngande vandringNås
Till fots , BåtFågeltorn / plattform
NejExtra information
Photo Chinstrap Penguin by Christopher Michel, CC BY 2.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Länkar
- eBird - Deception Island - Whaler's Bay
- Deception Island - Wikipedia
- Deception Island - Deception Island Management Group
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