Falkland Islands Tourist Attractions: 10 Top Places to Visit
Planning to visit Falkland Islands? Check out our Falkland Islands Travel Guide video and see top most Tourist Attractions in Falkland Islands.
Top Places to visit in Falkland Islands:
Stanley, Christ Church Cathedral and the Whalebone Arch, The Falkland Islands Museum and National Trust, Falklands War Memorial, West Falkland Island, Port Howard, Port Edgar, Steeple Jason Island, Pebble Island, Sea Lion Island
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Best Places to Visit in Falkland Islands
Best Places to Visit in Falkland Islands
Covering an area of around 7,500 square kilometers in the southern part of the Atlantic Ocean, the Falkland Islands - Islas Malvinas to the Argentinians - encompass some 778 islands. Despite the fact they're only 483 kilometers off the coast of Argentina and 12,000 kilometers from England, the islands are a British Overseas Territory. The two largest islands in the archipelago, West Falkland and East Falkland, are where you'll find the majority of this tiny country's 3,000 or so residents (most of them of British descent).
Despite its remote location - or perhaps because of it - these cold, hilly islands attract a surprising number of tourists. Served by direct flights from the UK and South America, as well as visited by many cruise ships, the Falklands are perfectly situated to tap into the growing demand for tourists visiting the Antarctic. The Falklands' main attraction is undoubtedly its wildlife; it boasts numerous species of birds and marine mammals, along with a number of great tour options that will get you up close to them. Other popular Falkland Island activities include fishing, trekking, hiking, climbing, kayaking, and mountain biking. Find the best places to visit with our list of the top-rated tourist attractions in the Falkland Islands.
1. Stanley
2.Pebble Island
3.Carcass Island
4.Sea Lion Island
5.The Penguins of Volunteer Point
6.West Falkland Island and Port Howard
7.South Georgia Island
8. South Georgia Museum
9.Bleaker Island
10.Darwin (& Goose Green)
The Falkland Islands
Recorded February 18, 2009.
The Falkland Islands are an archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean, located 300 miles from the coast of Argentina. They consist of two main islands, East Falkland and West Falkland, together with 776 smaller islands. Stanley, on East Falkland, is the capital. The islands are a self-governing Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom.
Stanley (formerly known as Port Stanley) is the capital and only true city in the Falkland Islands. It is located on the isle of East Falkland, on a north-facing slope, south of Stanley Harbour, in one of the wettest parts of the islands. As of the 2006 census, the city had a population of 2,115.
The video begins aboard the Star Princess as we sail into Stanley Harbor in the Falkland Islands. Next there is a tour of the town of Stanley complete with comments from our colorful local guide. Next is a visit to the penguin colony at Gypsy Cove. The video then concludes with our sail away from the Falkland Islands aboard the Star Princess.
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West Point Island, Falkland Islands (HD)
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West Point Island lies off the northwest corner of West Falkland. It is a working sheep farm but home to numerous species of plants, birds and marine mammals. The main destination for visitors to this island is Devil’s Nose – a rocky promontory with over 2,000 pairs of black-browed albatross and about 500 pairs of rockhopper penguins. Spectacular cliffs are a feature of the coastline. As well as the rich wildlife, the picturesque settlement and small harbour often teeming with dolphins make this island well worth a visit.
Access: boat from Carcass Island or scheduled cruise landing
Flora/fauna: Magellanic penguin, rockhopper penguin, black-browed albatross, rock cormorant, several species small bird, tussac plantations
Activities: Photography, hiking, wildlife watching
Accommodation: on Carcass Island
Things to Do in the Falkland Islands: West Point Island Trip
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Lying an hour offshore from Carcass Island is the smaller island of West Point. Inhabited by only four people this remote spot is a also inhabited by a massive colony of Black Browed Albatross that make use of the spectacular cliffs as their breeding ground.
There is also a large colony of Rockhopper penguins and a large population of Striated Caracaras (known locally as Johnny Rock) which, given half the chance, will pinch anything you may leave lying around!
The journey from Carcass, on board Condor (an ex-German Fishing Boat that is perfectly suited to the conditions being comfortable and very safe although not what can be described as luxurious) with her captain Mike, one of the four occupants of the Island takes around one hour over seas that can be a little rough at times as you need to cross several cross-currents.
The journey over is spectacular and there are often sightings of Peale's Dolphins, Sea Lions, occasional whales (although these are a little rare in this stretch of water) and countless sea birds, including penguins in the water.
On arrival you have the chance to walk up to the Albatross Colony (although Mike will drive you if you prefer) where you are able to watch these magnificent birds use the wind that rise up the cliffs as they swoop and come into land next to their hungry chicks.
This trip really deserves time and is often frequented by cruise ships in the region, we will, wherever possible arrange this on a day when you can be in as small a group as possible to enjoy the wildlife in peace.
Welcome to the Falkland Islands
This short film gives a glimpse into the many experiences on offer in the Falkland Islands. From the dramatic landscapes to incredible wildlife and the warm hospitality of the locals. A must-see destination.
Falkland Island - English
A short visit of the Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
The Falklands are a great place to relax and unwind. From personal encounters of the wildlife kind, to wilderness trout fishing, hiking and self-exploration to guided tours of our key cultural and historic sites - we invite you to discover all the Falklands has on offer.
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#MyVoiceMatters - The Falkland Islands is our home. Vicky Collier
Carcass Island in West Falklands
Falkland Islands slide show
A slide show of photos taken during my deployment in the Falkland Islands a few years ago, softly spoken with natural accent.