South Georgia
The Plancius expedition observed elephant seals along the beach during a Zodiac cruise.
Source: Oceanwide Expeditions, Plancius log PLA27-26
28 January 2026 2026 · South GeorgiaSouth Georgia · Southern Ocean
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The Plancius party saw fur and elephant seals on the beach; fur seals also swam beside the Zodiacs.
Source: Oceanwide Expeditions, Plancius log PLA27-26
27 January 2026 2026 · South GeorgiaSouth Georgia
The Plancius landing party encountered small fur seals on rocky outcrops and elephant seals farther above the landing site.
Source: Oceanwide Expeditions, Plancius log PLA27-26
26 January 2026 2026 · South GeorgiaSouth Georgia
The Plancius expedition observed fur seals in the swell and elephant seals resting ashore.
Source: Oceanwide Expeditions, Plancius log PLA27-26
25 January 2026 2026 · South Georgia