Admire formidable wildlife in the Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands have varied and sizable wildlife. In fact, 227 bird species have been spotted and over 60 are known to breed on the islands. The number of penguins is estimated at over 500,000, regrouping five species which are king, Gentoo, rockhopper, macaroni and Magellanic penguin. On this journey, you will discover majestic landscapes like Devil’s Nose and its rocky promontory or Carcass Island and spot seals, whales and dolphins. It surely gives you the opportunity to admire formidable wildlife and beautiful scenery in this 12-day holiday.
Visit several regions in the Falkland Islands
Accommodation detailed in itinerary
See tour details in itinerary below
5 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners
Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary
Our holidays are ATOL Protected
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Highlights
- Visit one of the few places where you can see the black-browed albatross
- Explore the colourful capital, Stanley
- Admire scenic landscapes and a plethora of wildlife
- Possibility to travel to the Falkland Islands through the Royal Air Force
What's Included
International flights
9 nights' accommodation
Five breakfasts, two lunches, two dinners
Boat trip from Carcass Island
Guided visit to Volunteer Point
Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary
Prices from £5,299pp
Excludes:
Meals not included in the itinerary
Local departure taxes payable locally
Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks etc.
Tips for drivers and guides (discretionary)
Camera or video fees at any sites
Quick Itinerary
Wildlife in Falkland Islands 12-day Itinerary
Days 1-2 UK - Santiago, Chile
Today you will depart the UK on your international flight to Santiago, Chile, where you'll spend the next day. Explore the city on a half-day tour and discover traditions that coexist with modern, city life.
Day 3 Mount Pleasant, Falklands
Your flight will arrive at Mount Pleasant International Airport where you will be met and greeted by a Falklands Islands representative, and then transferred to your hotel.
Days 4-5 Saunders Island
You will travel by plane to Saunders Island where you will be transferred to your accommodation. Saunders Island was where the British first settled in 1765 and while here you can immerse yourself and meet the locals at your own pace. The island offers diverse wildlife, you will find four different types of penguin (Gentoo, rockhoppers, Magellanic and king penguin), as well as elephant seals, colonies of albatross, and even whales blowing out at sea.
Days 6-7 Carcass Island
You will take an internal flight to Carcass Island, named after HMS Carcass which visited the island in the late 18th century. No predators have been introduced to the islands and so the wildlife here can be found in abundance. A gentoo penguin colony can be found a short walk from the settlements, and you may also see striated caracara, king cormorants and the endemic Cobb’s wren. You’ll take a boat trip to West Point Island, keeping an eye out for dolphins and whales en route, then walk to Devil’s Nose Cliff to see black-browed albatross and rockhopper penguin colonies.
Day 8 Stanley
A plane will bring you to Stanley, the capital of the Falklands. You will have the day for yourself to explore the colourful city where the majority of Falkland Islanders live. War memorials and monuments stand testament to the soldiers who fought to keep the Falklands British. There is plenty to do in Stanley and its size makes it easy to explore it by foot. Some highlights include the Historic Dockyard Museum, the Anglican cathedral and the iconic whalebone arch.
Day 9 Volunteer Point
Today the guide will drive to Volunteer Point. You will arrive on the beach where you will have the opportunity to see the largest colony of king penguins. Other locations and battle sites are available, should you wish to discover and visit them.
Days 10-12 Mount Pleasant - Santiago - UK
Transfer to Mount Pleasant International Airport for your onward flight to Santiago, Chile. The following day transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK, landing back on day 12.
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