Boasting rugged terrain and cliff-lined coasts, the Falkland Islands is one of the best places to visit in South America. Also known as Islas Malvinas, the Falkland Islands are home to a vast range of wildlife, including birds and animals. With hundreds of islands and islets scattered throughout the region, this place makes for an impressive archipelago. Apart from being situated in a remote area, the Falkland Islands are also quite stunning and wild. While offering breathtaking views is one of the best highlights of this place, it has tons of things to offer to travelers, including activities that are all about adventure.
Whether you are looking forward to exploring offbeat places, admiring spectacular landscapes, getting familiar with its rich history, or spotting wildlife in its natural habitat, the Falkland Islands has everything for everyone. Your visit to this place will be nothing short of a one-of-a-kind experience, you will enjoy your time here throughout your stay.
Now, without any further ado, let’s take a look at some of the adventurous things you can do in the Falkland Islands.
Explore Stanley
The Falkland Islands are a sparsely populated area, and the majority of residents reside in the capital city of the Falkland, Stanley. Right from its accent and architecture to flags and phone booths, everything about this place has a British touch; it almost feels like you are exploring some kind of English village. The city is home to plenty of quaint shops, pubs, and restaurants, but that’s only a smart part of Stanley, there’s so much more to this city. You can also explore some monuments or visit a museum in the city. Apart from that, the Christ Church Cathedral and its whalebone arch are perhaps the best highlights of the city.
Witness a huge colony of albatross
Did you know the Falkland Islands are home to more than 70% of the black-browed albatross population in the world? Yes, you heard that right. Black-browed albatrosses have made the Falkland Islands their home. Steeple Jason is one of the best places to discover a massive albatross colony; however, it’s not always so easy to reach this tiny and remote island. Some people are lucky enough to find a way to get here; witnessing a huge colony of albatross certainly is a pretty rare sight.
Go for a hike
If you love being outdoors and want a chance to connect with nature, then you will be delighted to know that the Falkland Islands are home to plenty of hiking trails. While some trails are easily accessible from Stanley, if you are looking for an offbeat experience, you should try to find hiking trails in remote places. With minimal chances of running into another person and open landscapes throughout the way, you will have a really great time hiking these less explored trails. Carcass Island is an excellent place to consider when it comes to exploring a remote area.
Spot wildlife
Unique and abundant wildlife is one of the best highlights of the Falkland Islands. While a large section of the area is inhabited by birds, you may also be able to spot a variety of other species such as seals, sea lions, etc. The Sea Lion Island is the best place to spot these creatures; you can also choose to book a room in a lodge for however long you want. Apart from that, you can also spot three different species of penguins on the islands such as Gentoo, Rockhoppers, and Magellanic.
Explore the region in a rented vehicle
Instead of spending all your time exploring the capital city of Falkland Islands, Stanley, you should explore other parts of the region. To be able to do so, you can easily rent a vehicle. The islands are home to plenty of quaint and lovely villages, with each one promising to offer a unique experience. While Salvador Village is known for its amazing wildlife, Darwin, on the other hand, offers plenty of hiking opportunities.