Falkland Islands Bertha's Beach Penguin Tour

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the beauty, history and wildlife of the Falkland Islands with a friendly local guide. Your relaxed and personalised tours offer visitors a genuine local experience, combining beautiful scenery, fascinating stories and memorable sightseeing.

Explore some of the islands’ highlights, including Bertha’s Beach, Gypsy Cove and Yorke Bay. Enjoy peaceful sandy shores of Bertha’s Beach, take in stunning coastal scenery, look out for local wildlife, birdlife, and capture unforgettable photographs along the way.

Discover natural beauty and history of the Falklands while travelling comfortably and enjoying the freedom to ask questions, take photos, and appreciate the scenery at your own pace.

Whether you are visiting for the first time, travelling with family and friends, or arriving on a cruise, we aim to make your experience enjoyable, comfortable and unforgettable.

Come explore the Falkland Islands with us; beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and unforgettable experiences await

What's Included

juice
Admission fee
sandwich
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at the port upon arrival. Please look for the JM Tours poster. The driver and Tour guide will be waiting at the port to welcome and assist with your pickup.

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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bertha's Beach

    The drive from Stanley to Bertha’s Beach takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on road and weather conditions. Visit Bertha’s Beach, one of the Falkland Islands’ most scenic coastal areas and home to a large seasonal gentoo penguin colony. Travellers will have time to walk along the white sandy beach, observe penguins in their natural habitat, and enjoy panoramic coastal views with excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting and photography

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck (Pass by)

    On the way to Gypsy Cove, travellers will see the Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck, a three-masted iron barque built in 1879 in Sunderland, England. Originally used to transport cargo around the world, the vessel later became part of the Falkland Islands’ maritime history. In 1913, she was towed to Stanley Harbour and used as a floating warehouse by the Falkland Islands Company.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Gypsy Cove

    At Gypsy Cove, travellers will see a sheltered bay with white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and scenic coastal surroundings. The area is home to a seasonal Magellanic penguin colony, along with a variety of seabirds, making it a popular spot for wildlife viewing and photography. Visitors can enjoy a short walk to the viewing area and take in the peaceful natural setting. Gypsy Cove also has historical significance, having been part of the Yorke Bay area during the 1982 Falklands Conflict, when it was heavily mined. The mines were later cleared, and the area has since been restored and protected for both wildlife and visitors.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Stanley

    On the way back to the port, the journey from Gypsy Cove to Stanley takes approximately 10–15 minutes, followed by stops at key historic and scenic landmarks within the town. Along the way, visitors will visit the Totem Pole, Whalebone Display, and the 1982 Liberation Monument, Christ Cathedral Church each offering insight into the Falkland Islands’ maritime heritage, cultural traditions, and modern history. In Stanley, travellers will see colorful buildings, historic architecture, and views across Stanley Harbour before returning to the port

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by JM TOURS

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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