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Albatross in flight, Falkland Islands

Things to do in the Falkland Islands
Wild and rugged, the isolated Falkland Islands have a unique character and a surprising number of things to do. One of the main reasons to visit is the outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities. Home to five species of penguin and large numbers of seals, albatross and whales, you can visit the world's largest accessible king penguin colony on a day trip to Volunteer Point or see gentoo and Magellanic penguin, elephant seals and dolphins on picturesque Carcass Island.

A trip to Pebble Island reveals a more poignant side to the islands and provides an insight into the 1982 conflict, including a memorial to those who died aboard HMS Coventry.
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Ideas for experiencing the Falkland Islands

Experiences you have as you travel often hold the longest memories. As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the Falkland Islands, and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.

  • Volunteer Point Excursion
    King Penguins at Volunteer Point

    Volunteer Point Excursion

    Stanley

    Volunteer Point Excursion

    Take a full day's trip out of Stanley to visit the world's largest accessible king penguin colony.

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  • West Point Island Trip
    Peale's dolphin, West Point Island, the Falklands

    West Point Island Trip

    Carcass Island

    West Point Island Trip

    This remote island's main draw is its wildlife: black-browed albatross and rockhopper penguins are both abundant, while Peale's dolphin, sea lion and occasionally whales, can also be seen.

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  • Carcass Island
    Elephant Seals, Carcass Island, The Falkland Islands

    Carcass Island

    Carcass Island

    Carcass Island

    Carcass Island is simply stunning. The pristine wildlife is everywhere, from the caracaras that will steal anything you put down for more than a second, to the huge elephant seals, and dolphins.

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  • Pebble Island Excursion
    A rockhopper (left) and a macaroni on Pebble Island

    Pebble Island Excursion

    Pebble Island

    Pebble Island Excursion

    Visits to the penguin colonies and white sand beaches are a must, and for those interested in the 1982 conflict there are many sites to visit, including the memorial to the 19 men who died aboard HMS Coventry which lies 13 miles off the coast.

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  • Rookery Mount
    Black-browed albatross, the Falkland Islands

    Rookery Mount

    Saunders Island

    Rookery Mount

    Rookery Mount is reached by 4x4 from the main settlement and is home to a colony of albatross, but is perhaps best known for the rockhopper 'shower', a freshwater spring that the birds use to rinse off the salt from the sea.

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