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A rich history
From early settlements and gaucho corrals to ship wrecks, monuments and distinctive architecture, there is much to delight the history enthusiast.
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Stanley Jetty
Cruise ship passengers at Stanley's jetty
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Falkland Colours
A weathered shed and its spectacular backdrop on Carcass Island; inspiration for artists and photographers alike
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Aerial view of Stanley
A view of Stanley dotted with the bright colours typical of this seaside town.
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Government House
First built in the 1840s, Government House is the residence of His Excellency the Governor.
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Bluff Cove Lagoon
Beautiful blue skies, the long white sandy beach and colourful foliage characterise Bluff Cove Lagoon (c) Hattie Kilmartin
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A Falklands beach
Light surf on a typical coastline (c) S Cameron
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Gorse in full bloom
Spring on Pebble Island (c) A White
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Old House Stream
Old and new river crossings at the Old House Stream, Chartres, West Falkland
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Port Howard
The road takes you through the West Falkland settlement and to the ferry terminal
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Port Edgar
North and South Head in Port Edgar
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Sunset at Weddell Island
Resemblng a volcano, the sun goes down in a blaze of glory (c) M Beaton
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Golden seal
A seal basks at dusk on Sea Lion Island
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Escaping penguin
A Gentoo penguin makes a frantic effort to reach the beach as a seal closes in behind it
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Albatross
Black-Browed Albatross in flight (c) G Moulds
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Weddell Island
Sundown gives the bay a golden glow
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Driving in convoy
Visitors are ferried back from Bluff Cove Lagoon (c) Hattie Kilmartin
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Getting ready for shearing
Sheep are gathered from the nearby hills ready for shearing at Bluff Cove Farm (c) Hattie Kilmartin
Sparrow Cove
Sparrow Cove was named after the British ketch HMS Sparrow, which was stationed in the Islands between 1839 and 1843. Part of Murrell Farm, Sparrow Cove features a photogenic beach set against the jagged peaks of Mount Lowe.
Land-based tourists can experience this diverse destination by guided 4WD tour from Stanley or even MPA using Kidney Cove Safari Tours. Half and full day tours are available, visitors should take their own beverages and snacks. Depending on the season, it is possible to see up to five species of penguin during the course of the tour (king, Magellanic, gentoo, rockhopper, and macaroni). Fishing trips can also be arranged.
Land owner: Murrell Farm/Kidney Cove Safari Tours - Adrian & Lisa Lowe
Ph +500 31001 or E-mail allowe@horizon.co.fk
Access: Only by guided 4WD tour using Kidney Cove Safari Tours
Flora/Fauna: Magellanic, gentoo, king and rockhopper penguin, variable hawk, Falkland skua
Activities: Wildlife watching, guided 4WD tours, fishing
Accommodation: Stanley operators
