Top Things to do in West Falkland
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Top 7 Things to do in West Falkland, West Falkland
Discover the best top things to do in West Falkland, Falkland Islands including Weddell Island, New Island, Kelper Tours, Saunders Island, Pebble Island, Mount Maria, Mount Adam.
1. Weddell Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By scottportelli - Sydney, Australia
This is one of the largest islands in the Falklands and has such diverse landscapes that every part of the island looks different. A gentoo colony that nests close to the settlement makes a daily walk to the colony a regular part of your routine when staying on the Island. As always, the hospitality in the Falklands is always welcoming and Weddell is no exception. As we step out of the plane we are welcomed by Elaine and Robert who manage the settlement and who have spent many years over on Bleaker Island managing the settlement, so it was great to see some familiar faces. At one end of the island pristine beaches line the coast and as we drove along the shore both Peales and Commerson dolphins emerge as they cruise along the shallow waters and along the kelp in search of small fish and other prey. Sealions hide in the tussock grass but you can hear the groaning and deep roar of these large sealions which are aptly named, as they resemble an African lion with their size, mane and loan roar. Cormorants are up on high, perched in the sheer cliff faces along the rugged coastline and nest on these steep ledges which barely have room for a small chick, let alone a colony of Rock and imperial cormorants. But they seem to make it work, these birds are so resilient. One of the few remaining islands that still have the presence of Patagonian foxes.
2. New Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By peakdistricttravel - Whaley Bridge, United Kingdom
Absolutely one off place to visit. Weather was fine and dry. The penguin and albatross colony is beyond words you have to see it for yourself. The building at the back of the beach has a number of souvenirs to support the conservation.
3. Kelper Tours
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A unique way to explore the Falkland Islands. Overland trips are designed to offer freedom, flexibility and plenty of time to explore. The tours have been developed to ensure an enjoyable pace with adequate time to truly soak up and experience the beauty of this remote landscape. There's no better way to get genuinely off the beaten track than on a 4x4 based overland adventure. Most importantly, it takes the road less travelled and gets you away from the tourist trail..
4. Saunders Island
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By ordnator - East Falkland, Falkland Islands
My wife, daughter and I have just returned from staying at the Rookery and a night at the settlement. We live in the Falklands and appreciate that many camp houses or places in remote locations do not have 24 hour power (this is often taken for granted by most people). The cottage was great, 24 hour electrical power was my first great surprise. The proximity to the wildlife was another, the Rockhopper colony us a mere 30 minutes walk during which we could take in the gracefull Blackbrowed Albatrosses. The Rockhopper shower provides excellent photos, half a meter above are nesting Albatross with King Cormorants all around. Gently Penguins are 30 mins the otherway with a great each on the way.we swam with Commerson Dolphins and Magallenic Penguins. Staying at the Rookery for a few days was great as we could take in the sunrise and sunsets and capture same photos with different light. The whole family have fallen in love with Saunders Island with our teenage daughter saying she wished we were staying longer. The hosts David and Susan were exceptional and put us up in the settlement when fog grounded the Islander aircraft (to our delight). Truely wonderful to leave the I ternet and mobile phones on the back burner and experience genuine peace for a few days. We will be comming back.
5. Pebble Island
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Andzb - Stanley, Falkland Islands
We visited Pebble Island in January, staying at The Nest self catering cottage. The cottage was clean, modern and fully kitted out with anything you might need. Alex and Dot were amazing hosts. They gave us a tour of the Islands and the wildlife and sights we saw will stay with us forever. There is a 4 mile sand beach just a 10 minute walk from the cottage! Pebble Island has no become one of my favourite spots in the Falklands.
6. Mount Maria
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
7. Mount Adam
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
