Scenes from St. Andrews Bay: 12 Pics of Penguins, Seals, and More

If you ever find yourself exploring the breathtaking sub-Antarctic island chain of South Georgia, one of the most captivating spots you'll encounter is the picturesque shoreline of St. Andrews Bay.

While the sheer number of king penguins – approximately 150,000 in the St. Andrews rookery, the largest in South Georgia – is a major draw, it's not the only reason to visit. The abundant populations of southern elephant seals and Antarctic fur seals also add to the allure of St. Andrews Bay.

The combination of this incredible wildlife and the stunning, remote sub-Antarctic landscape makes St. Andrews Bay an irresistible destination. But don't just take our word for it; here are 12 amazing pictures of St. Andrews Bay that speak volumes.

1. Tequila (with a dash of amaretto) sunrise over St. Andrews

2. Smiling St. Andrews Bay Antarctic fur seal pup

3. South Georgia pipit taking some down time at St. Andrews

4. St. Andrews Bay and its big, bold, beautiful mountains

5. The seemly southern elephant seals of St. Andrews

5. St. Andrews Bay scenic shoreline walks

6. Southern elephant seal pup playing cute at St. Andrews

7. St. Andrews Bay’s soothing, sun-kissed beaches

8. King penguin waiting for the St. Andrews tourists

9. Two St. Andrews locals (Antarctic fur seal and king penguin) getting the lay of the land

10. Finally, the great king penguin colony at St. Andrews Bay

11. And another of the St. Andrews king penguin colony

12. And yet another. Come meet them all at St. Andrews Bay!