Into Reykjavik, Iceland

After a successful cruise and 27 days at sea, the Irminger 9 expedition pulled into Reykjavik, Iceland.  Although it was a great cruise, the team was happy to be headed home.  Our gear was off-loaded and the ship was prepared for the next cruise – another OSNAP expedition in the Irminger Sea area.

The pilot boat approaches the R/V Neil Armstrong outside of the Reykjavik harbor.  A local pilot is required to come on board to help guide the ship into the harbor and up to the dock. Credit: Sheri N. White©WHOI.

The R/V Neil Armstrong docked in Reykjavik harbor across from the Harpa concert hall and with a view of the Hallgrímskirkja Church. Credit: Sheri N. White©WHOI.

Unloading the Irminger 9 recovered moorings from the R/V Neil Armstrong in Reykjavik Harbor. Credit: Sheri N. White©WHOI.

The Irminger 9 expedition team – all smiles after a successful cruise. Credit: Croy Carlin©WHOI.