Winners Gallery

A colossal iceberg in Antarctica. “We were exploring the Weddell Sea for the first time, venturing as far as the unforgiving ice allowed,” remembers Markov. “One morning, while on deck, I gazed in awe at the colossal icebergs drifting by. Suddenly, I noticed something hanging on the side of one iceberg. Through my binoculars, I spotted Adélie penguins clinging to the ice. It was incredible. These penguins often use icebergs for protection or rest, but braving such a steep, towering iceberg was a testament to their resilience and determination. The ice wall's shapes were breathtaking - a stunning masterpiece crafted by Mother Nature herself.”