Overview

The Falkland Islands are a remote group of more than 740 islands situated 400 miles off the south-eastern tip of South America. This little-known archipelago remains one of the great natural wonders of the modern world - dominated by miles of pristine coastline and spectacular wildlife. With the wealth of wildlife including five species of penguin and over 60% of the world’s population of black-browed albatross, as well sea lions and other marine mammals, visitors are sure to enjoy an unforgettable experience.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 |  Pebble Island

Arrive Mount Pleasant. You will be met and transferred to Pebble Island for two nights on full board with a half and full day tour.

Some 24 miles long, Pebble Island’s settlement sits on a narrow neck of land close to a sandy beach. The island supports a number of penguin colonies and concentrations of sea lions.

Day 3 | Saunders Island 

Transfer to Saunders Island for two nights on self-catering.

Saunders Island is one of the jewels of the Falklands. It is a 31,000-acre island teeming with bird life, particularly the black-browed albatross and all five breeding species of penguin. Commerson’s and Peale’s dolphins are often seen off the coast. 

Day 5 | Carcass Island

Travel to Carcass Island and stay for three nights on full board.

Lying to the northwest of the Falklands archipelago, Carcass Island is one of the most picturesque outer-lying islands. The sandy beaches, rolling hills and low cliffs are superb platforms from which to view the penguin colonies and multitude of sea and shore birds.

West Point Island is a small island lying off the northwest corner of West Falkland is a full day excursion (included) by boat from Carcass Island. Devil’s Nose – a rocky promontory – is home to over 2,000 pairs of black-browed albatross along with about 500 pairs of rockhopper penguins. As well as the rich wildlife, the picturesque settlement and small harbour, often teaming with dolphins, makes this island well worth a visit.

Day 8 | Sea Lion Island

Transfer to Sea Lion Island and stay for two nights on full board.

Sea Lion Island is five miles long and just over a mile wide at its widest point. The 47 different species of breeding birds to be viewed on the island include four species of penguins and five different birds of prey.

Pods of orca circle the island in pursuit of the elephant seals and sea lions that breed there. Leopard seals and larger whales are also seen from time to time. An island tour is included.

Day 10 |  Stanley / Volunteer Point

Transfer to Stanley and stay two nights on bed and breakfast at the Malvina Hotel.

The capital of the Falklands is a charming town with a population of only 2,000. Stanley boasts many reminders of its English heritage, such as red phone boxes and distinctly English pubs. You can explore the town by foot and view the brightly coloured houses, visit the world’s most southerly cathedral and the museums of maritime and Falkland Island history.

A full day tour to Volunteer Point is included. Volunteer Point, three hours from Stanley, is the largest, most accessible king penguin colony in the world outside of South Georgia. Gentoo and Magellanic penguins, waterfowl and endemic subspecies such as the dark-faced tyrant, Falkland pipit and thrush are also found here. Volunteer Point is usually closed from April to November due to weather conditions. 

Day 12 | Depart

Depart Mount Pleasant

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