This tour is very different from the other tours provided. See a rare glimpse into the Falklands way of life, the amazing wildlife and stunning landscapes of mainland West Falkland on this 4×4 vehicle adventure. The tour involves being a driving passenger around the West mainland, both on and off road. Remember off road in the Falklands means completely off road, not even a grass track in some cases.

Itinerary example shown 14 nights

Landing at Mount Pleasant Airport (the Military Base of the Islands) therefore the start of your tour and the central point of the compass. You will first travel to Darwin for two days, an introduction to the wonderful Flora and Fauna of the Islands, with a full day tour of the area.  You will then be transfered to the WEST where you will spend your time exploring the parts of the mainline that not many tourists have had the fourtune to experience. At the end of the tour on the WEST you will be flown to Stanley, the capital of the Falklands. Again everything is within easy walking distance, or alternatively we can arrange a city tour. The Museum is a place definitely worth a visit.

Day 1

Darwin

Upon arrival at Mount Pleasant Airport, via LAN Chile or direct from the UK via the RAF, you will be personally met and greeted then transferred overland to the Darwin settlement for 2 night`s on a full board basis.  at Darwin House, an excellent Lodge on the waterfront with beautiful surroundings, and a perfect to start to any Falklands Itinarary.

Day 2

Full Day Excursion

Enjoy a full day excursion with your driver/guide, You have a choice of tours: History or Battlefield, including various memorials, Goose Green, Bodie Creek Suspension Bridge. Also see San Carlos, the site of the British Cemetery and small museum dedicated to the 1982 conflict.

Day 3

Port Howard

Either transfer to New Haven to take the ferry to West Falkland or internal flight to Port Howard. If you happen to take the ferry you will be greeted by many dolphins that follow on in the harbour and race with the boat.

Collect by your driver/host/guide who will be driving and looking after you for the next few days. Overnight at Hill Cove for 2 night’s on a full board basis.

Day 4

Full day excursion

Full day overland in 4 x 4 vehicle with driver/guide to Dunbar – Grave Cove, this is the only location where the Black-browed Albatross breed on the mainland in the Falklands. Also Rockhopper and Gentoo penguins breed in the area along with Rock Shags. Food for the day provided.

Day 5

Shallow Bay

Transfer onward to Shallow Bay – tour to West lagoons Pond. Overnight Shallow Bay accommodation which is a beautiful stone house. Full board provided.

Day 6

Fox Bay

Heading off to Fox Bay area to Black Shanty house for 2 night’s full board, this has been recently refurbished and is located in the village of Fox Bay. Several locations on the way, Nature reserve, Hawks Nest Pond.

Day 7

Full day excursion

Tour again this day, all of your choice really – choose from fishing, trip to Spring Point or Dunnose Head – all the options can be discussed as you go really and choose which ever suites your interest.

Combine your Falklands visit with other South American Countries, or many cruises drop anchor at the Falklands.

Day 7

Full day excursion

Tour again this day, all of your choice really – choose from fishing, trip to Spring Point or Dunnose Head – all the options can be discussed as you go really and choose which ever suites your interest.

Day 8

Port Edgar

A little further south now to Port Edgar – overnight on a full board basis. Tour to the coast with high cliffs and beautiful sand beach. Wildlife can be seen all along the coast.

Day 9

Port Stephens

Final stop of the tour on the West Island, you will arrive the most southerly part of West Falkland – Port Stephens. 3 night’s full board.

Day 10

Full day excursion

Full day tour to see the Three Crowns where the only herd of Reindeer can sometimes be seen – also to visit the old sealing station at Albermale, here you will see Elephant seals.

Day 11

Partly walking tour

Partly walking tour to the unusual rock formation called Indian Village, Wood Cove and Stephen Peak.

Day 12

Stanley

Internal flight to Stanley – meet and transfer to the Malvina House Hotel – 3 night`s bed and breakfast.

Day 13

Volunteer Point day excursion

Full day overland tour to Volunteer Point with your driver/guide – breeding King, Gentoo and Magellanic penguins. Packed lunch will be needed for this day (not included)

Day 14

Stanley

Free day of leisure to explore the small capital, visit the Memorial Wood, Museum, the many memorials or Gypsy Cove, Surf bay, Pembroke area.

Day 15

Transfer overland by bus to the international airport at Mount Pleasant for your international departure flight Your pick up time will be notified the night prior to your departure.

Included in the Itinerary:

  • Meet & Greet at Airport
  • Full board accommodation  Darwin, Pebble Island & Bleaker Island
  • Stanley Hotel including bed & breakfast
  • All Internal (FIGAS flights)
  • 20kg total luggage allowance on FIGAS flights
  • Transfers
  • Excursions as Detailed Including a packed lunch
  • Tickets to the Museum

Not Included in the itinerary:

  • International flights
  • Drinks, Internet access & items of a personal nature
  • Departure tax of £25
  • Personal Travel Insurance

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