Port Stanley: all 12 tours and excursions for your cruise

Discover the abundant natural beauty, flora and fauna of the panoramic Falkland Islands on-foot during this exclusive, half-day nature excursion. Hadassa Bay and Whalebone Cove Depart the pier for the short drive to nearby Hadassa Bay, Upon arrival at the Jetty Visitors Centre, board a mini-bus to nearby Whalebone Cove, then begin your guided, approximately 3.5-mile (about 5.6-kilometre) nature walk around the Falklands countryside and rugged coastline. Nature TrekAlong the way, take in stunning...

Discover the diverse penguin and wildlife species of the Falkland Islands during panoramic, full-day, off-road excursion with lunch. Port Stanley, Paved and Off-Road Driving, Seal BayDepart the pier with your driver/guide aboard a 4X4 vehicle for the scenic drive to Port Louis, and a visit to the Port Louis Farm. After driving on paved roads for approximately one hour, continue off-road for a unique, 1.5-hour, approximately 12-mile (about 19-kilometre) experience that is not to be missed. During...

Discover breeding gentoo penguins and other wildlife in their natural habitat during this scenic, off-road journey. Port Stanley, Newans Station, Jetty Visitor Centre, Off-Road Drive, Newans Farm, Gentoo PenguinsDepart the pier for the short drive to Newans Station. Upon arrival, head to the Jetty Visitor Centre. Upon arrival, meet your driver/guide and board a mini-bus for the short drive to nearby Newans Farm. Here, meet your 4X4 drivers, who take you on a narrated, off-road adventure to the nearby...

Make the journey to Volunteer Point, home to three species of penguins, including a large colony of King Penguins. It is also host to an abundance of other Falkland birds. This is a tour not to be missed!Volunteer PointJoin your driver/guide on an epic journey in a 4x4 to Volunteer Point, home to 1200 King Penguins, the largest colony of accessible King Penguins in the Falklands. There are also approximately 500 Gentoo Penguins and Magellanic Penguins to be seen; a superb location where three species...

Step into the fascinating world of deep-sea exploration with a one-hour visit to the Port Stanley residence of renowned maritime archaeologist Mensun Bound, the Director of Exploration behind the discovery of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s legendary ship, the *Endurance*. Located 3,000 meters beneath the icy waters of the Weddell Sea, this incredible find is a testament to human perseverance and maritime history.Known as the ‘Indiana Jones of the Deep’ by the Discovery Channel, Mensun...

Gypsy Cove is a popular destination known for its stunning coastal scenery and wildlife, particularly the Magellanic penguins. The Gypsy Cove hike is a relatively short and easy walk that offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy beautiful views and observe the local fauna. Enjoy a leisurely walk with your Expedition staff and with a little luck you spot Magellanic penguins, various seabirds, and potentially other wildlife such as sealions. Enjoy stunning views of white sand beaches, turquoise...

Take a Hike in Stanley's surrounding mountains with stunning panoramic views as your reward when you reach the top.An ideal tour to stretch the legs where you will cover the peaks of both Mount William and Mount Tumbledown with your experienced guide. You will enjoy stunning views across Stanley and Port William along with Mountain views of important battle sites of the 1982 conflict. Note Please note: This excursion involves walking around for two hours over gravel and uneven ground with...

Depart Stanley travelling west while your guide provides an overview of the political and socio-economic history of the Islands. The bus will travel directly to the epicentre of the main battles fought during the conflict in 1982, en route you will enjoy beautiful panoramas taking in the famous "Boot Hill" and the wind turbines that supply the capital with up to 40% of its energy requirements. During this part of the journey your guide will explain the events that led up to the 1982...

This is the ideal tour, if you wish to see the highlights of Stanley in a short space of time. Passengers will firstly be met by a local guide to get an introduction to the Falklands small capital.  As the coach drives along Ross Road, Stanley's main Street which runs along the sea front, the guide will point out everything that may be of interest to passengers. Apart from the major highlights, which include the Cathedral with its Whale Bone Arch, the 1982 Battle Memorial, wrecks of the...

Experience the Falkland Islands in a unique new way during this scenic and exhilarating flight-seeing excursion. Discover the Falklands by air in a classic island-hopping aircraft. You will fly over a diverse and fascinating landscape and have the chance to spy whales and dolphins in the ocean.Flight-SeeingDepart the pier for the short drive to the airport. Upon arrival, meet your pilot, and receive your safety briefing, map with points of interest and complementary air tour booklet. The booklet...

This two hour guided walk through Stanley is an ideal opportunity to understand the pioneering history of the tiny capital of the Falkland Islands and all of its fascinating evidence of very British roots.Christ Church Cathedral and the Whalebone ArchBeginning at the Jetty Visitor's Centre you will walk to the nearby Christ Church Cathedral and the Whalebone Arch.Old TownThe walk will then progress to the oldest streets of Stanley, where the guide will describe not only the main characteristics of...

Explore the highlights of Port Stanley during a scenic and informative tour of this distant outpost. This is the main shopping centre on the islands and the hub of East Falkland's road network. Attractions include the Government House, built in 1845 and home to the Governor of the Falkland Islands, several war memorials and the shipwrecks in its harbour.Shipwrecks and MinefieldsAfter tendering ashore, depart the pier for the transfer out of town to experience a stunning view of Stanley from the bottom...