Whale Point Elephant Seal sanctuary and Gentoo Penguin colony

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5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Transportation is shared in quality 4x4 vehicles (Usually Land Rover Discovery or Defenders). There is maximum of 6 passengers per vehicle. Private tours are available upon request (separate booking).

What's Included

Refreshments are included as a part of the tour. Tea, coffee and snacks.
Admission fees to the Whale/Kelp point nature reserve is included.
Personal 4x4 transportation with an experienced guide.
A full meal is not included, however, recomendations or reservations can be made in advance at one of the local eateries in Stanley upon request.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

As your transfer boat arrives to the jetty/port in front of the Falklands Islands Tourist Board building, one of the team will be stationed close by. Look out for the desk which says 'Simon's tours'. We can also have a sign with your name on it at your request to further identify us. We look forward to welcoming you! NB - the Gentoo colony on this excursion at the Whale/Kelp point reserve not in the one near Stanley (Yorke Bay) as this is currently closed.

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Meeting point

As your transfer boat arrives to the jetty/port in front of the Falklands Islands Tourist Board building, one of the team will be stationed close by. Look out for the desk which says 'simon's tours'.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kelp Point

    An approximately 2 hour's off-roading adventure, across a variety of other-worldly and beautifully remote landscapes. Dramatic scenery across windswept beaches, mud-tracks and savannah-like plains, we visit a colony of the largest Seals in the world and a stunning Gentoo Penguin colony. Other impressive wildlife are spotted such as King Penguins, Commerson Dolphin's and a variety of different wild bird species.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    As a part of this off-roading adventure - we visit a stunning Gentoo Penguin colony at Whale/Kelp Point. These impressive and photogenic animals are the fastest Penguin species in the world. We learn more interesting facts about this impressive animal, in its natural habit.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Half-day Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
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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