Today we continued our journey toward South Georgia.
The wind from the last few days finally made its effects known with the sea swell significantly higher than the previous days. Some of the waves were reaching 25-feet, but with a following wind and swell and the stability of National Geographic Endurance, we were able to enjoy the conditions outside very comfortably.
We were treated to a number of great presentations from the expedition team throughout the day, including an introduction to South Georgia from Josh and Gerard to begin the morning. Before and after another delicious lunch, Mike and Kelly shared stories about the wildlife of the Southern Ocean, particularly the penguins and the seals. Gerard took to the stage again in the late afternoon to tell the epic story of Shackleton and the Endurance expedition.
It was not all lectures and presentations, with many of us enjoying the bird life outside and spending time up on the bridge. There was also the small matter of afternoon tea which, this time around, featured some beautiful ice cream!
With a tasty dinner finished, we all headed back to our cabins in excited anticipation for our arrival in South Georgia tomorrow.
