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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
Port Howard
Port Howard is a sheep farming settlement from which the 200,000-acre farm is operated. In a scenically attractive location, the Lodge provides a comfortable base for exploration; it has many original features including wood panelling, the old telephone system and farming artefacts on display. Alongside is a small museum with relics of the 1982 Conflict.
Visitors can watch various aspects of farm life, take a guided tour or explore the settlement at their own pace. Hiking opportunities are excellent with great views from the top of Mount Maria, the Falklands third highest peak. Pitch and putt can be played in the grounds of the Lodge and a nine hole, par three course overlooking the settlement and harbour, is owned and maintained by a local landowner.
Port Howard is one of the best places to stay for sea trout fishing on the Warrah and Chartres rivers, for which guiding and transport can be provided. Full board accommodation is offered at the Lodge and self catering cottages are also available in the settlement.
Land owner: Various owners in the area - please contact the Tourist Board for details or ask your accommodation provider
Access: Ferry link from New Haven on East Falkland, road access from other points on West Falkland, FIGAS, scheduled cruise ship landing
Flora/fauna: Commerson's dolphin, several bird species including black-chinned siskin and speckled teal
Activities: Self -drive exploration, hiking, sea trout fishing, meals, golf, military history, sheep farming and shearing demonstrations
Accommodation: Port Howard Lodge (Full board) Sue Lowe and Wayne Brewer
Ph +500 42187 E-mail: porthowardlodge@cwimail.fk
Port Howard Farm Cottages Lee family
Ph +500 42181/42182 E-mail: phfarm@horizon.co.fk
