Our first full day on National Geographic Endurance was spent in the Drake Passage, which was decidedly calm. Just a light breeze and a low, mellow swell made for good sea-watching conditions. Seabird abundance was low, although the species richness was relatively high, with 17 species seen. The highlight of the day, in addition to Captain Aaron Wood’s welcome reception, was a pod of four hourglass dolphins.
- Daily Expedition Reports
- 02 Feb 2025
Drake Passage, 2/2/2025, National Geographic Endurance
- Aboard the National Geographic Endurance
- Antarctica
Voyage to Antarctica
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