Top Things to do in Falkland Islands
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What to do and see in Falkland Islands, Falkland Islands: The Best Islands
Discover the best top things to do in Falkland Islands, Falkland Islands including Bleaker Island, Kidney Island, Weddell Island, New Island, Sea Lion Island, Saunders Island, Carcass Island, Pebble Island, North Pond Penguin Tours.
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1. Bleaker Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By LookingForFamilyFun - Houston, United States
Falkland Islands Holidays booked Bleaker as our second wildlife stay for our week long trip (the first was Pebble, which was guided and long days in a 4x4 with much distance between wildlife sites, but very enjoyable). We spent 2 nights here, so we had a full day, a half day on arrival, and a little time the morning we left. When we arrived on the grass landing strip, we were met by the owners who took us to the lodging..along the way showing us the location of their freshwater ponds with abundant birds, the white sand beach with several gentoo and magellanic colonies nearby, complete with 'penguin highway' where they are coming & going constantly, the shag colony, which can't be missed, you almost drive through it on the way in to the lodge as they've moved so close to the 'road'! The lodge is lovely, we stayed in the cottage (we're 4) and it was nice to have our own space, the heating worked well, though we did have some problems with water temperature changes during showers, but all in all it was absolutely lovely and a very nice sleep...nice linens, nice toiletries (although the best toiletries we had were at Malvina Hotel...and full size refillable would probably work better at this location to reduce waste they have to deal with) Our cottage had a lovely solarium that was wonderful during the day and for watching the sunset, and the den and breakfast table were warmer once it got dark. We walked across the lawn for dinner, which was also very good with large portions and it was nice to have a soup as a starter! Packed lunches were provided each day and breakfast was cooked to order & continental...all very tasty and filling. After we arrived and got settled, the owners' son, Nick, picked us up and took us to the sea lion/elephant seal colony nearby. He is an ecologist and recently tried a rat eradication program on the island which is already showing good results with the return of some smaller ground nesting birds. They are also replanting their grasses to increase the habitat. Nick was super friendly and helpful, knowledgable and interesting to talk to, and he even hosted everyone at his home Christmas Eve for mulled wine and mince pies! (sadly we were confused about the location, so we missed out and our daughter missed the mince pies much to her chagrin! lol!) We rented a vehicle from the owners here, which we highly recommend if you have a short stay here and are here mainly for penguins like us, it let you maximize your time at the locations rather than spend it walking. All of the walking is easy, but it's windy, and the vehicle also provides shelter if anyone gets cold...or wants to take a nap like one of ours! We would spend the day at the penguin locations..the rockhopper colony is a short, easy walk, maybe 10-15 minutes from the lodge, there are also some magellanics nearby, and of course you'll walk right next to the shag colony. The sea lions and elephant seals were probably a 20 minute walk in another direction. The beach, used by magellanics & gentoo, was perfect for watching fancy gentoo beach landings and to see the penguins porpoising in the waves through the clear waters (also where we saw the lonely king), is the furthest walk, maybe 20-30 minutes. Definitely all doable if you're wearing the right clothing for wind/wet and have the time. We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely return and recommend to others!
2. Kidney Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By scottportelli - Sydney, Australia
If you only have one day in Stanley, this is a must-see activity! Greeted by Andrew, we set off by boat across to this very special place called Kidney Island. Andy’s knowledge, expertise and respect for the wildlife made this even more memorable. We landed on the west side of the island and started into the tussock grass following the bellows of resting sealions, and observing various birds of prey and seabirds along the way. Before heading over to the sea cliffs to visit the Rockhopper colonies perched up on the edge of the rocky cliff tops. But then the main event happened! More than 100 thousand sooty sheerwaters start returning to the island as the sunsets they appear in huge numbers scattered across the dusk sky. It was one of the most spectacular natural events I have witnessed and nothing could prepare me for the sheer magnitude of what I was witnessing. This is truly a hidden gem of visiting the Falklands, the good thing is, it is only a short 30 minute boat ride from town. You have to see this and if you are lucky you may get a spectacular Falkland Island sunset as well.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Sea Lion Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By 422barryt - New Delhi, India
This is a MUST if you’re visiting the Falklands. The lodge is clean and comfortable with lots of space to relax and a well stocked bar with on tap tea, coffee, and chocolate with homemade cookies and cake! The food is delicious and plentiful and the service and welcome from all the staff is exceptional. I spent 2 nights there with friends and we had the most fantastic experience, thank you. All this aside the wildlife and scenery is totally remarkable and unbelievable we all felt so very privileged to be able to just be there amongst the creatures in their natural environment. There is such a wide variety of birds and wildlife we took so many photos and have such special memories of this, oh so beautiful place, I’ll be back.
6. Saunders Island
Overall Ratings
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.
7. Carcass Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By YTCHENG - Hong Kong, China
Carcass Island lies to the North West of Falkland Islands archipelago and currently there are only two year-round residents there. Rob and Lorraine McGill lived on the Island for over 30 years and we also received their warm welcome with afternoon tea in their house after our strolling around the beach and part of the Island upon landing from our cruise ship on 31 Dec. Apart from penquins, a prolific number of shore birds can be found there as well. Really a nice place to explore during our cruise trip.
8. Pebble Island
Overall Ratings
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.
