Today we sailed west from the South Orkney Islands to Elephant Island. Great conditions rewarded us with views of multiple bird and whale species. We heard from our National Geographic photographer and one of our naturalists during the morning. After dinner, we arrived at our destination, where we ship cruised around Point Wilde and witnessed where Shackleton’s men sheltered to await rescue. A special afternoon tea was arranged by the hotel and deck team, and guests had a chance to dive behind the scenes to see how our operation is run. Now we steam south in the Weddell Sea.