Today we were supposed to have a full day at sea; however, conditions and weather had something else in store for us. We got so lucky and made a landing on Peter I Island! There has been maybe 1000 people to ever land due to the remoteness and inclement weather. It’s essentially just a 5,300 ft mountain (volcano) sticking out of the sea floor. We landed on a small rocky patch with the southern most recorded chinstrap penguin colony, a few straggling Adelie penguins, Fulmar, and Petral seabirds. And guess what: not only did I actually see a bird, I got a picture of a Southern Fulmar!!! Whoop whoop, go me!!!
On the way back to the ship from the island, there was a beautiful leopard seal sunning herself on an ice flow. It was such a great morning.
Our afternoon was filled with great food two super interesting lectures from the naturalists and sailing south. I’m pretty sure the next two days are going to be sea days but who knows, we might get lucky again.
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Wow! Those pictures are amazing! Love the seal. Looks like she’s showing off for you. And the bird! How exciting!
Awesome pics Jess! Looks like lessons are paying off
Be still my beating heart 🥰