currency
The Falkland Islands Discovery
cost
From USD $2390
departure
Weekly
duration
8 Days
locations
Pebble Island, Carcass Island, Sea Lion Island, Stanley
An 8 day Island hopping tour of the Falkland Islands!
The Falkland Islands are a famous archipelago Island group that is swarming with natural wildlife. A place with stunning white beaches, crystal clear skies and rich heritage and history. If you want an Antarctica style adventure without the cost or the need to be at sea for 11 days, this is the tour for you.
Day 1-2: Arrive Mount Pleasant Airport
In the early afternoon, transfer by Falkland Islands Government Air Service (FIGAS) 8-seater Britten Norman Islander aircraft to Pebble Island with a flight time of approximately 40 minutes. The relatively low level flying provides passengers with exceptional views of the Falklands coastlines and inland scenery.
Pebble Island is one of the larger outlying islands, and the landscape varies greatly from large ponds and moorland, to long sandy beaches and rocky cliffs. The deep ponds on the east of the island, many of which are within walking distance of the lodge, are home to Chiloe wigeon, Grebes, Black-necked swans and a multitude of other wildfowl and wading birds. The full day guided tours in 4x4 vehicle offers ample opportunity to see the abundant wildlife and spectacular scenery further afield from the settlement, as well as perhaps hunting for the semiprecious stones that give the island its name. Pebble also has something for the historian with some 1982 conflict debris. Alternatively relax in the comfortable lodge, previously the farm manager’s house, which offers views across the island to Elephant Beach that has even doubled as an airstrip for the Islander aircraft.
Day 3-4: Transfer by FIGAS to Carcass Island.
This is one of the most picturesque outer-lying islands, with the luxuriant, well-established hedges and trees attracting many small birds such as the Cobb’s wren, Black-chinned siskins and Falklands thrush to nest around the settlement buildings. The sandy beaches, rolling hills and low cliffs are superb platforms from which to view the multitude of sea and shore birds that either breed or feed on and around Carcass Island. This destination gives you the opportunity to explore completely at your own leisure, as there are no guided excursions on this small island. From here you will also be able to enjoy the settlement gardens which have almost a tropical feel with their Monterey cypress trees, New Zealand cabbage palms and flax and colourful array of flowers.
Day 5-6: Transfer by FIGAS to Sea Lion Island where you will stay at the purpose-built Sea Lion Lodge.
Sea Lion Island is one of the smallest in the Falklands archipelago, and the most southerly inhabited island, but is still the prime destination with the sheer abundance of wildlife in such a small area making it a must on any Falklands itinerary. An introductory and orientation tour by vehicle upon arrival will point out the principle areas of interest, however everything is in easy walking distance of the lodge – a map and guidelines for safe wildlife viewing are given out on arrival. The internationally endangered Striated caracara, Antarctic skuas, Southern giant petrels, and a host of passerines can all be seen on this island. Not to be missed are the Southern sea lions at East Loafers, and the Elephant seals which bask on the white sandy beach at the appropriately named Elephant Corner. The latter are close enough to be seen from the lodge bar! Keep an eye open and there is the odd killer whale to be spotted off shore as well.
Day 7: Transfer by FIGAS to Stanley.
Following arrival at Stanley Airport and prior to your arrival at the Malvina House Hotel, a city tour will take in both the historic and most modern parts of this small and remote capital city, as well as a visit to the museum and the Magellanic penguin colony at Gypsy Cove.
Day 8: Transfer to Mount Pleasant Airport by private vehicle.
Your route will take you past many of the 1982 battlefields and, more historically, relics from the gaucho era of the 1800’s.
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Not Included in This Tour: Flights from Punta Arenas to Falkland Islands, local airport taxes, tips.
Day 1-2: Arrive Mount Pleasant Airport
In the early afternoon, transfer by Falkland Islands Government Air Service (FIGAS) 8-seater Britten Norman Islander aircraft to Pebble Island with a flight time of approximately 40 minutes. The relatively low level flying provides passengers with exceptional views of the Falklands coastlines and inland scenery.
Pebble Island is one of the larger outlying islands, and the landscape varies greatly from large ponds and moorland, to long sandy beaches and rocky cliffs. The deep ponds on the east of the island, many of which are within walking distance of the lodge, are home to Chiloe wigeon, Grebes, Black-necked swans and a multitude of other wildfowl and wading birds. The full day guided tours in 4x4 vehicle offers ample opportunity to see the abundant wildlife and spectacular scenery further afield from the settlement, as well as perhaps hunting for the semiprecious stones that give the island its name. Pebble also has something for the historian with some 1982 conflict debris. Alternatively relax in the comfortable lodge, previously the farm manager’s house, which offers views across the island to Elephant Beach that has even doubled as an airstrip for the Islander aircraft.
Day 3-4: Transfer by FIGAS to Carcass Island.
This is one of the most picturesque outer-lying islands, with the luxuriant, well-established hedges and trees attracting many small birds such as the Cobb’s wren, Black-chinned siskins and Falklands thrush to nest around the settlement buildings. The sandy beaches, rolling hills and low cliffs are superb platforms from which to view the multitude of sea and shore birds that either breed or feed on and around Carcass Island. This destination gives you the opportunity to explore completely at your own leisure, as there are no guided excursions on this small island. From here you will also be able to enjoy the settlement gardens which have almost a tropical feel with their Monterey cypress trees, New Zealand cabbage palms and flax and colourful array of flowers.
Day 5-6: Transfer by FIGAS to Sea Lion Island where you will stay at the purpose-built Sea Lion Lodge.
Sea Lion Island is one of the smallest in the Falklands archipelago, and the most southerly inhabited island, but is still the prime destination with the sheer abundance of wildlife in such a small area making it a must on any Falklands itinerary. An introductory and orientation tour by vehicle upon arrival will point out the principle areas of interest, however everything is in easy walking distance of the lodge – a map and guidelines for safe wildlife viewing are given out on arrival. The internationally endangered Striated caracara, Antarctic skuas, Southern giant petrels, and a host of passerines can all be seen on this island. Not to be missed are the Southern sea lions at East Loafers, and the Elephant seals which bask on the white sandy beach at the appropriately named Elephant Corner. The latter are close enough to be seen from the lodge bar! Keep an eye open and there is the odd killer whale to be spotted off shore as well.
Day 7: Transfer by FIGAS to Stanley.
Following arrival at Stanley Airport and prior to your arrival at the Malvina House Hotel, a city tour will take in both the historic and most modern parts of this small and remote capital city, as well as a visit to the museum and the Magellanic penguin colony at Gypsy Cove.
Day 8: Transfer to Mount Pleasant Airport by private vehicle.
Your route will take you past many of the 1982 battlefields and, more historically, relics from the gaucho era of the 1800’s.
END OF OUR SERVICES
Not Included in This Tour: Flights from Punta Arenas to Falkland Islands, local airport taxes, tips.
| Accommodation | Hotel (3*) or full board lodge |
| Inclusions | Full board accommodation (all meals included) with ensuite facilities at Carcass Island, Pebble Hotel and Sea Lion Lodge. Hotel accommodation with ensuite facilities including breakfast in Stanley, All domestic flights, transfers, Excursions. |
| Difficulty Rating | 1 (easy) |
| Sustainability | Carbon Offsets not available for this tour, local foods used on tour, local guides used (English speaking). |
| Single Surcharge | GPB 210 or other currency equivalent |
| Notes | |
| Price dependent on: | Availabillity, flight schedule and seasonality |
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