The South Sandwich Islands have been recognized by BirdLife International as an Important Bird Area for the penguins and seabirds in the area, which makes a voyage to the South Sandwich Islands a popular once in a lifetime destination for birders. It is also possible to see a diverse selection of marine life while traveling across the water to the South Sandwich Islands. Some of the wildlife that may be visible from the cruise ship includes several different whale species including Orca’s.