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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 San Carlos
Formerly known as San Carlos North, Port San Carlos settlement is tucked inside an enclosed bay with large working jetty and shearing sheds. The site was named after a Spanish sloop called the San Carlos, which visited in May 1768, but was eventually renamed to avoid confusion with San Carlos (south) during the First World War.
There are two farms, Racepoint and Smylies. Race Point Farm operates both comfortable full board and self-catering accommodation with guided 4WD tours and some adventurous activities are available. It is an excellent base for exploration of the nearby coastline and the rest of upper East Falklands.
Guests can choose to hike or drive (if experienced) to nearby rockhopper and gentoo colonies at Fanning Head and Rookery Sands beach. A return hike to Fanning Head will involve approximately 6 hours of moderate walking. Paloma Beach is a beautiful stretch of white sand around 1 mile in length with a variety of wildlife including a few king penguins. The Picos mountains offer good hiking and interesting rock formations.
The neighbouring farms of Cape Dolphin and Elephant Beach also offer excellent wildlife, whilst San Carlos, Darwin, and Goose Green are readily accessible via the newly opened road which crosses the San Carlos River.
Land owners: Race Point Farm - John & Michelle Jones
Ph +500 41012 or E-mail jhjones@horizon.co.fks;
Smylies Farm - Cantray Ltd. Ph +500 22690
Access: By road, FIGAS
Flora/fauna: Gentoo, rockhopper and Magellanic penguin, variable hawk, southern caracara, black-necked swan, barn owl.
Activities: Hiking, trout fishing, horse riding, quad-biking, guided 4WD tours
Accommodation: Race Point Farm Ph +500 41012, Kingsford Valley Farm Ph +500 32233
