Baldur Thorvaldsson is one of up to 20 expert Scenic Eclipse Discovery Team members. He is a native of Iceland and a Scenic Polar Guide and Marine Mammal Lecturer. Baldur has long felt called to a life of expedition, realizing early after completing a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, that parkas and fresh air was far more appealing to him than wearing suits and sitting indoors. He decided to turn his enthusiasm for wildlife into a career. After completing studies on a further Ecotourism Degree, Baldur started working in whale-watching tourism in several countries, which eventually led him to Antarctic waters, eventually joining the Discovery Team on board Scenic Eclipse. Balder uses his deep knowledge and understanding of nature, along with his strong communication skills to help create memorable moments for the guests of Scenic Eclipse.