Exclusive Penguin Encounter and Stanley City Private Tour

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the Falkland Islands on an exclusive private tour or a small-group experience, traveling in comfort by minibus or 4X4 vehicle. This tour includes seasonal penguin encounters at Bertha’s Beach, along with engaging commentary from a local guide who shares insights into the islands’ wildlife and history.

Guests will also explore Stanley’s scenic and historic sites, with travel time to Bertha’s Beach typically 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on weather and road conditions. The itinerary is flexible and designed to align smoothly with cruise ship schedules, ensuring a relaxed and memorable visit.

What's Included

Admission fee
sandwich
Snacks
Juice
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

After disembarking, walk along the main jetty toward town. The Jetty Visitor Centre is located at the end of the jetty by the waterfront and is clearly marked as the Falkland Islands Tourist Board. Your guide will meet you outside or just inside the Visitor Centre.

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Meeting point

After disembarking, walk along the main jetty toward town. The Jetty Visitor Centre is located at the end of the jetty by the waterfront and is clearly marked as the Falkland Islands Tourist Board. Your guide will meet you outside or just inside the Visitor Centre.

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. In 1936, the ship broke free from her moorings during a storm and ran aground, where her remains can still be seen today. Over time, the structure deteriorated, leaving the skeletal hull that has become one of Stanley’s most recognizable landmarks and a reminder of the islands’ strong maritime past.

    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

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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