Things to see in The Falkland Islands: Bleaker Island
A 30 minute flight from Stanley, off the south-east coast of East Falkland, this isolated, low-lying island with wide sandy bays and sheltered coves is of interest for its large colony of rockhopper penguin, in addition to their Magellanic and gentoo cousins.
There is a large group of king cormorants, and striated caracaras are often seen. The many pools are home to large numbers of waterfowl, including white-tufted and silver grebes, and black-necked swans. The island is small and flat, so walking between bird colonies is easy.
Other things to see in The Falkland Islands
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Bleaker Island
A 30 minute flight from Stanley, off the south-east coast of East Falkland, this isolated,…
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Carcass Island
Named after the survey vessel on which young Horatio Nelson served, this island has had only…
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Saunders Island
The second largest island, an hour's flight from Stanley and five kilometres off West Falkland,…
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Sea Lion Island
The most southerly inhabited island, whose spectacular scenery and wildlife feature in many…
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Places to stay in The Falkland Islands
Bleaker Island
Farm Accommodation
Accommodation is at the island's farm settlement on either a self-catering or full board basis,… More
Carcass Island
Pebble Island
Pebble Island Hotel
This used to be the farm manager's house, but now caters for visitors offering six rooms, each… More
Saunders Island
Cottages
Accommodation consists of two self-catering cottages in the main Saunders Settlement and a very… More
Sea Lion Island
Sea Lion Lodge
The only purpose-built tourist lodge in the Falklands archipelago, consists of six twin rooms and… More
Stanley
Malvina House Hotel
The premier hotel in Stanley has 36 rooms with en-suite facilities. … More
