Adventure in the Falkland Islands.

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From running to wilderness walking, diving to kayaking, the Falkland Islands have many experiences to tempt the active and adventurous traveller.

The adventure begins with travel around the archipelago. Islander aircraft transport locals and visitors alike to the grass and all-weather airstrips of small settlements and farms of West Falkland and the inhabited outer islands. Take your allocated seat, always with good views from a window, and prepare for the delights of the flight with glorious vistas over the land and sea.

Meeting and greeting you on landing will be your hosts and most likely an onward journey in a 4x4 vehicle. This is the mode of transport across vast tracts of land; the journey again an adventure in itself, to reach your destination and perhaps for day trips to remote locations.

Landscapes - stunning whites and greys

The white sand beaches, white grass plains, rocky peninsulas, hilltops and ridges are the perfect setting for land-based adventures.

Self-guided trails are developed for some locations around the Islands, in particular to explore the hills and shorelines surrounding the tiny capital, Stanley. Walk or run, find your own way, or consult our tour guides page to benefit from the experience of a local guide. Running events take place around the Islands – look at our events section for the latest information. Geocaching is also popular with many caches in the Stanley area. Caches are also laid at remote locations but please ensure you have land-owner permission, in advance, to seek them out.

Mountain biking is slowly growing in popularity. The windy climate creates challenging conditions, but the exhilaration and sense of achievement make the adventure worthwhile.

Climbing leads to some breath-taking views but is best undertaken with a local, experienced guide, nevertheless at almost untouched locations. The rock is a combination of sandstone and quartz.

Seascapes - sultry blues and greens

The shallow marine environment is probably the most diverse habitat of the Islands with many new species waiting to be discovered by those who venture underwater. Alternatively, over one hundred shipwrecks lie offshore. Marine mammals frequently enjoy interacting with divers as they explore the coastal environment.

Meanwhile at the ocean surface, watersports are described as ‘an adventure in magnificent settings’ by local enthusiasts and the Falklands’ beaches and coastline have barely been explored to date. There are no crowds and again, the water is often shared with marine mammals with seabirds to observe overhead. Sea kayaking is a great way to explore the pristine shores and when the wind is at a suitable setting, surfing, windsurfing and small boat sailing can be undertaken.

Enthusiasts of adventurous outdoor activities should make contact with the Falkland Islands Tourist Board to connect with locals who will advise you about your chosen sport. Click here to find local adventure operators for guided experiences and equipment hire from local companies and for more information about the shallow marine environment.

Adventure experiences are still developing so grab the chance of being one of the first to truly enjoy these aspects of the amazing environment of the Falklands.

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Herbert Stream

Roy Cove, West Falkland

Located on Crooked Inlet Farm at Roy Cove on West Falkland, Herbert Stream is a salt water stream with mullet, trout and smelt. The stream offers easy opportunities for visitors to the farm to fish within a few minutes drive or short walk from the…
Port Stephens

Port Stephens, West Falkland

Located in the southwest of West Falkland, tucked into a tiny corner of a large, open harbour, Port Stephens offers fantastic wildlife and walking opportunities. You can see all 5 species of penguins here, including macaroni, with the gentoos,…
Jason Islands

Jason Islands

The Jason Island group is named after a survey vessel, HMS Jason and located in the extreme northwest of the Falklands peninsula. This rocky-ridged chain of islands boasts breathtaking scenery and amazing wildlife.
Whale Point

East Falkland

Located on Fitzroy Farm, East Falkland, Kelp Point, also known as Whale Point due to the whale bones found on the beach, is reached by a combination of road and off-road travel. The white sand beach is home to a range of wildlife including Gentoo…
San Carlos River

East Falkland

Located in the northeast of East Falkland, the San Carlos river is a slow flowing river with some pools and good fishing at the estuary in the main season. The river rises between the Wickham Heights and White Mountain, flowing northwest, then…
Ajax Bay

East Falkland

Originally built as a slaughterhouse and refrigeration plant for Falklands’ mutton but then closed when it proved to be economically unviable, the site was used as a field-hospital in the 1982 war between Britain and Argentina. Surgeon Commander…
Stanley

Stanley

Stretched along the sheltered harbour, the colourful buildings of Stanley bid a warm and friendly welcome to all visitors. Our tiny capital city is village-sized but has the amenities you would expect of a large town and lots to discover.
Different…
Saunders Island

Saunders Island

Named after 18th century British Admiral and site of the first British settlement in the Falklands, Saunders is located in the northwest of the archipelago. Port Egmont was built in 1765 and vestiges of this early settlement can be seen, a short…
Bertha's Beach

East Falkland

Situated on Fitzroy Farm, East Falkland, named after the shipwrecked barque “Bertha”, Bertha’s Beach is classified as an “Important Bird Area”, a global standard set by Birdlife International, and is a RAMSAR site.
Learjet Memorial

Pebble Island

Located at the west end of Pebble Island, close to Marble Mountain, a memorial commemorates the lost lives of five Argentine airmen whose Learjet crashed in the area after it was hit by a Sea Dart missile fired from HMS Exeter on 7 June 1982 during…
Narrows Nature Reserve

Dunnose Head
Shallow Bay

West Falkland

Located in the north of West Falkland, Shallow Bay has spectacular views towards the islands of the northwest. Many species of bird can be seen. It is a good base to walk up West Falkland’s highest peak Mount Adam and an excellent…
Mount Longdon Memorial

Stanley

A group of memorials on Mount Longdon commemorate the battle fought by 3 Para for this hilltop, overlooking Stanley from the northwest. The stone block with sculptured metal flowers is a unique memorial in the Islands. Below the summit cross are…
Historic Dockyard Museum

Stanley

Located on Ross Road, in Stanley, the Historic Dockyard Museum contains many exhibits of social and maritime interest and is a “must-see” for all visitors. Life in the past is exemplified though farming stories, items for entertainment and…
Bull Point

East Falkland

Situated at the southern end of East Falkland on North Arm Farm, the area can only be reached by an off-road journey. Bull Point is an Important Bird Area, a global standard set by Birdlife International, and has an amazing amount of wildlife.…
Mount Tumbledown Memorial

Stanley

Overlooking Stanley from the west, Mount Tumbledown was the site of one of the final battles prior to the Argentine surrender in Stanley. The Scots Guards arrived here by way of the “Intrepid” from San Carlos, landing in Fitzroy on 6th June. A cross…
SS Great Britain Mizzen Mast

Stanley

The mizzen mast of the SS Great Britain is mounted proudly on Victory Green in central Stanley. The steam ship was the first of its kind to be constructed, screw propelled and from iron, in 1843 in Bristol (UK) by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Badly…
St Mary's Catholic Church

Stanley

Typical of many Victorian structures, St Mary's Church is an example of a kit building that was constructed in 1899.
Murrell Farm

East Falkland

The Murrrell Farm is located close to Stanley, the Islands’ capital, and is a short journey by road. It is a working farm with sheep and cattle. It is run in a traditional way with butter made from farm produce and peat cut by hand to heat to the…
Patricia Luxton Nature Reserve

Chartres, West Falkland

Situated at Chartres, West Falkland, the Patricia Luxton Nature Reserve contains many endemic and rare plant species along with great birding opportunities. The Reserve can be reached by road with the millennium picnic and camping area easy to find.