By now the Antarctic winter was at its height and ice conditions were difficult as the Yelcho neared Elephant Island, and on 30 August, the 22 men were rescued.
By this point, the harshest Antarctic winter had begun, and navigating through icy waters proved difficult for the Yelcho as it drew near Elephant Island. Ultimately, on August 30, a rescue mission rescued the 22 men who were stranded.