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GOOD NEWS UPDATE 04/Dec 25 The Yorke Bay area has been reopened and there are healthy adult Gentoo penguins there.4/Nov/25: PRICE NOW REDUCED DUE TO AVIAN FLU RESTRICTING ACCESS TO YORKE BAY -
A 10% refund will be activated if for any reason your tour is not able to access Yorke Bay
This is an active tour providing a rich overview of the wildlife, historic points of interest and what it is like to live in the Falklands.
We will visit Gypsy Cove to see Magellanic penguins and harbour views, before moving on to Yorke Bay to see the Gentoo Penguins.
A brief stop at the iconic ship wreck Lady Elizabeth provides great photographs and an understanding of the geographic importance of the Falklands during the sailing ship days.
During the tour of Stanley we will pass by the 1982 and 1914 war memorials, and other points of interest in Stanley.
You will learn about our lifestyle from our well-informed and entertaining guides who ensure your tour is a fun, friendly and memorable experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our experienced tour guides will be ready and waiting for you at the Tender Landing Stage 30 minutes before departure. Please look out for the Travel Falklands sign as you exit the security gates.
Itinerary
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NB: 04/12/2025 Yorke Bay is again open to the public. In the event that Yorke bay is closed at any point during the season we will extend the tour to both the East (Sapper Hill, Wireless Ridge areas) and the West of Stanley (Cape Pembroke, Surf Bay) to ensure you enjoy the maximum coverage of the Stanley area. Please be assured that while there may be less penguins, the replacement content and quality of our guides will ensure that you will be well informed about all things Falklands from start to finish.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck
Lying at the east end of Stanley Harbour is Stanley's most imposing and iconic shipwreck. Known as Lady Liz, the ship was launched in Sunderland in the UK in 1879 and suffered damage whilst rounding Cape Horn in 1913. She limped into Stanley for repairs but the high cost prevented any being carried out. After various moorings in Stanley Harbour, a violent gale in 1936 forced the Lady Liz into her current resting place. This is a favourite place to get pictures with the back drop of Stanley and the mountains to the West.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Stanley (Pass by)
FIGAS, (Falkland Islands Government Air Service) has operated Islander aircraft since October 1979 and is the Southern-most operator of the type. The current fleet of five Islanders is essential in keeping the more remote communities connected to Stanley. In addition to air taxi flights, the carrier also undertakes air ambulance, mail delivery, freight, environmental monitoring, fishery patrol, and scenic flights.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Situated towards the western end of Stanley on Ross Road, Government House is both the home and the workplace of the Governor who is King Charles' representative in the Falklands.
Admission ticket free -
Whalebone Arch (Pass by)
Constructed in 1933 from the jawbones of two blue whales, it commemorates a century of continuous British administration in the Falklands. Situated outside Christchurch Cathedral, near the supermarket, gift shop and the tender landing stage it provides excellent photo opportunities and is reccommended as a drop off point for cruise ship visitors.
Admission ticket free -
Falkland Islands Museum (Pass by)
Islanders are very proud of the Museum which provides a great insight into the social and maritime history of the Islands. Be careful though as time slips away very quickly when you enter and are welcomed by the staff who are happy to chat and answer your questions. Recommended as an optional drop of point at the end of tour with just a short walk to the tender landing stage for cruise ship visitors.
Admission ticket free -
3Gypsy Cove
Our guides will walk with you to see Magellanic penguins and other shore birds and views overlooking the harbours.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Cape Pembroke Lighthouse (Pass by)
Cape Pembroke is the most easterly point of the Falkland Islands and lies just over 7 miles due east of Stanley. The Lighthouse built in 1907 is currently under renovation. The nature reserve is often frequented by seals and whales can be spotted out to sea.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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