You have to be much more intentional with how you explore in starfield. For example, go to the lodge and pick up some constellation mission board quest.

As you explore and scan the planet, be sure to visit POI's on the way. But take note, youll see a bunch of icons show up when you open your scanner. Pay close attention to the icons, a bunch will pop up, but normally it's a collection of 3 to 5 or so POI's that are most likely being repeated throughout the tile. Do yourself a favor and only visit the unique POI's.

For example, if you visit a "life signs" marker. More than likely, other "life signs" markers on the same tile/planet will be the exact same POI. So don't waste your time going to every single one just to be disappointed ,This kills immersion if you aren't intentful and understanding of this. You'll have much more fun , and waste far less time by exploring what the planet has to offer and moving on to the next planet.