In the afternoon we arrived to Grytviken. We were first taken to a local cemetery to meet with famous explorer Sir Ernst Shackleton who’s final resting place is here. His grave, the only monument facing south, reminds people who visit this place what his biggest love was. From the cemetery, we walked along the beach into Grytviken whaling station. This place operated between 1904 and 1964 and was one of the main centers for whaling not only in South Georgia but the whole Southern Ocean. We enjoyed visiting the museum and joining a local guide from South Georgia Heritage Trust on a guided walk around the station. In the local museum we could also see a replica of the James Caird, the boat which Shackleton used to get from Elephant Island to South Georgia.

At the end of our visit, many chose to visit the local post office, one of the most remote postal offices in the world, and we send post cards all over the world.