Falkland Islands

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The Falkland Islands are made up of two large islands (East Falkland and West Falkland) and some 770 plus outlying islands located 400 miles off the southern tip of South America. We are here to spread the word that the Falklands are a natural paradise and a unique visitor destination. If you are looking to get away somewhere different this year, whether you're interested in wildlife, photography,

walking or wilderness, come to the Islands - you won't be disappointed! The best time to visit the Islands is during the summer which runs from October to April where temperatures can reach a warm 26 degrees C. The Islands experience far more sunshine hours than the UK and total annual rainfall is less at only 600mm! December is a great month to see hatching birds; with the gentoo penguin, magellanic penguin, rockhopper penguin and black-browed albatross all cracking out during the Christmas month. Sea lions give birth in early January whereas elephant seal pups are normally born in late September to early October. Travelling to the Falklands:

It's no surprise that a lot of people aren't sure about how to get to the Falklands or even where to start when planning a visit.

• There are actually over 40 international tour operators who tailor-make holidays and tours to the Falklands. www.falklandislands.com has a list of all the operators and their contact details.

• LAN airlines sell tickets from London to The Falklands or alternatively for added experience the MoD operates an airbridge from RAF Brize Norton, Oxfordshire, twice a week.
• For the latest deals and best rates for LAN flights call the local LAN agent in the Falkland Islands - +500 22041 / [email protected] / www.falklandstravel.com or visit www.LAN.com.
• For information and prices on the MoD call the Travel Coordinator at Falkland Islands Government Office, London on 020 7222 2542 / [email protected]

Falkland Facts:

The diddle-dee berry is native to The Falklands and looks like a small cranberry. The berry is used to make jam, which is enjoyed by locals with home-made scones and cream. It is said that once you have tasted the diddle-dee berry you will always return to the Falklands. There are 256 penguins for every Islander. The Falkland Islands are located the same latitude south as London is north. The capital of the Falkland Islands, Stanley, is the world’s most southerly capital. Everywhere outside Stanley is known as ‘Camp’, from the Spanish campo, which means ‘countryside’. The Falkland Islands enjoy more hours of sunshine and less rainfall than the UK. There are over 250 species of plant in the Falkland Islands, of which 164 are recorded as native (including the Islands' national flower, the Pale Maiden) and 13 endemic to the Islands. There are five different species of breeding penguin in the Falkland Islands (rockhopper, magellanic, gentoo, king and macaroni). In total there are around 770,000 penguins in the Falkland Islands. The Islands are the most important world site for vunerable southern rockhopper penguin and are also home to over 70% of the world's breeding population of black-browed albatross.

227 bird species have been identified in the Falklands, along with 14 species of marine mammal and 348 recorded species of plant life (171 native). Transport between the islands is onboard a twin-engined Britten Norman aircraft. The Falklands have some of the best sea trout fishing in the world set in wilderness locations. Volunteer Point, which can be reached on a day trip from Stanley, is home to the largest most accessible king penguin colonies in the world.

Did you know that Vultures lack a voice box?! Their vocalizations include rasping hisses and grunts. 📸Derek Pettersson
02/04/2025

Did you know that Vultures lack a voice box?!
Their vocalizations include rasping hisses and grunts.

📸Derek Pettersson

Happy International Seal day!!
22/03/2025

Happy International Seal day!!

The Falkland Islands offer some of the best walking experiences. With few people outside Stanley, it’s just you, the wil...
21/03/2025

The Falkland Islands offer some of the best walking experiences. With few people outside Stanley, it’s just you, the wilderness, and abundant wildlife. The air is fresh, the views spectacular, and the only sounds are birdsong, waves, and the wind... Walking here is a unique, personal journey into nature’s beauty and solitude.

https://www.falklandislands.com/things-to-do/walking-and-hiking

Did you know the Striated Caracaras were once intensively hunted in the Falklands by local sheep farmers...They are now ...
19/03/2025

Did you know the Striated Caracaras were once intensively hunted in the Falklands by local sheep farmers...They are now protected by law and cannot be killed unless permission is sought from the Falklands Government.

Do you know where the entrance of this beach is located? Hint- The longest beach in the Falklands is located here....
14/03/2025

Do you know where the entrance of this beach is located?

Hint- The longest beach in the Falklands is located here....

Did you know that the Falkland Islands is home to 70 farms* which are mostly family-owned? Wool trading has a very good ...
12/03/2025

Did you know that the Falkland Islands is home to 70 farms* which are mostly family-owned?

Wool trading has a very good reputation here as the environment allows us to produce exceptionally clean & white wool!

A visit to the Falklands isn’t complete without a stop at one of these farms to truly appreciate the aspects of island life.

*According to the 2022/23 FI Farm Statistics

https://www.falklandislands.com/about/falklands-life

How lucky have you been when it comes to fishing here on the islands? 📸Euan Myles
10/03/2025

How lucky have you been when it comes to fishing here on the islands?

📸Euan Myles

Be sure to check out Margherita's first blog about the Falkland Islands!
07/03/2025

Be sure to check out Margherita's first blog about the Falkland Islands!

Would you like to visit the Falklands? Keep reading to find out everything you need to plan your trip to the Falkland Islands – including how to get there and how to move around, when to visit and how much you’ll spend. UPDATED MARCH 2025 Penguin colonies, little communities with their own perso...

I think we've been spotted...📸Oliver Thompson 📍Pebble Island
03/03/2025

I think we've been spotted...

📸Oliver Thompson
📍Pebble Island

The face you make when you know it's been a long day but don't want to ask if it's time to go home again.
26/02/2025

The face you make when you know it's been a long day but don't want to ask if it's time to go home again.

Part 3/5 - 📍CARCASS ISLAND. This series will focus on the 5 main islands available to domestic and international tourist...
24/02/2025

Part 3/5 - 📍CARCASS ISLAND.
This series will focus on the 5 main islands available to domestic and international tourists.

Carcass Island is a beautiful Island located around an hour away from Stanley via FIGAS.

The Island originally takes its name from HMS Carcass which visited the Islands in the late 18th century.

Although the island focuses mainly on tourism now it was originally a sheep farm for more than a century. Due to careful management of the Islands, it has now become rich in wildlife including a variety of songbirds, waterfowl, penguins (Magellanic & Gentoo), Elephant Seals, Sealions and dolphins can also be seen.

One specific bird to look out for is the endemic Cobb’s Wren. Growing to around 12-13cm in size this little bird can be seen around the rocky beaches and boulders where it chooses to nest.

This island is also home to the Striated Caracara, locally known as the Johnny Rook which is a strikingly beautiful but inquisitive bird of prey – Keep an eye on your belongings, they are known to steal!

Find out more about the islands below.
https://www.falklandislands.com/our-islands/carcass-island

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Jetty Visitor Centre
Stanley
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Taking in the wonderful sights of Bleaker Island! https://www.falklandislands.com/our-islands/bleaker-island

Have you visited the Islands before or planning to visit this year? https://www.falklandislands.com/plan-your-trip

Rover Rally
Rover Rally

Off-roading or rover rallies are a common thing in the Falklands whether it be to raise money for charity or a group of friends heading out to have fun, you always come away with great memories! Check out our instagram for more photos of the rover rally! https://www.instagram.com/ilovethefalklands/

The Falkland Islands really can give you amazing moments in the blink of an eye. An experience to put on any bucket list is to watch the Sooty Shearwaters returning to their nests, like these thousands of agile flyers coming into land on Kidney Island! Learn more about our wildlife paradise at: www.falklandislands.com 🎥 - @beckyclark83 #epicscenery #adventures #adventure #exploring #wildlifeencounters #nature #wildlifelovers #falklands #falklandsislands #birds #birdwatching #wildlife

A great turn out for Martins talk 'Birds of the Falklands (and other stuff)' Global Birdfair

Its guaranteed that you will hear the Falkland Islands & Penguins within the same sentence! 😍😍 We are forever happy and proud to share our home with these little guys! (I mean can you really blame us?) 🐧🐧🐧🐧🐧🐧 www.falklandislands.com

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