Falkland Penguins & Island highlights - Stop-Snap-Go
Overview
2 hours 15 minutes
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This stop-snap-go experience is designed for travelers who want to see more in less time without sacrificing authentic wildlife and iconic sights. Instead of long walks or crowded stops, the tour focuses on perfectly timed viewpoints where you step out, take in the scene, capture incredible photos, and move on.
In one smooth route, you’ll visit Gypsy Cove and Yorke Bay or Rookery Bay, home to Gentoo and Magellanic penguins, offering rare opportunities to see two species in a stunning coastal setting just minutes from Stanley. On an odd occasion a King will visit. The tour also includes the dramatic Lady Elizabeth shipwreck, an atmospheric relic of the Falklands’ maritime past and one of the islands’ most photogenic landmarks.
This tour is ideal for cruise visitors, short-stay travelers, and photographers, combining wildlife, scenery, and history into a fast-paced, flexible, and visually rewarding experience — a true snapshot of the Falkland Islands.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Gypsy Cove
Gypsy Cove is one of the most scenic and wildlife-rich coastal areas near Stanley, offering a true taste of the Falklands’ wild beauty just minutes from town. Set around a sweeping white-sand bay with turquoise waters and rolling dunes, Gypsy Cove is best known for its colony of Magellanic penguins, which nest in burrows along the grassy slopes above the beach. A short coastal walk leads to viewing areas where visitors can watch penguins coming and going between their burrows and the sea. In addition to penguins, Gypsy Cove is an excellent spot for birdlife, including upland geese, steamer ducks, kelp gulls, and other seabirds. Dolphins are sometimes seen offshore, and the area offers wide views across the Atlantic, making it a favorite location for photography.
Stanley
We will take you Rookery Bay or Yorke Bay they are white sandy beaches just outside Stanley, celebrated for its beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. The area supports colonies of Gentoo penguins, making it one of the best nearby locations to see them in a natural coastal setting. Gentoo penguins are often seen nesting in more open areas and moving quickly between the shoreline and their colonies. A clearly marked walking path allows visitors to observe penguins at close range while protecting the fragile habitat. Alos known to have the odd visit of a King Penguin on rare occassions. In addition to penguins, Yorke Bay is rich in birdlife, including steamer ducks, upland geese, and kelp gulls, with dolphins sometimes visible offshore. With its sweeping ocean views, dunes, and sense of openness, Yorke Bay offers a peaceful yet wildlife-rich experience just minutes from Stanley.
What‘s Included
Option to purchase water
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Falkland Penguins & Island highlights - Stop-Snap-Go
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip and really value for money.
James M,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip really good value and the guide was fantastic really knowledgeable.takes about 2-3 hours but you get to see lots of penguins.
Expensive for the few penguins we saw
PeterXaghraGozoMalta,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Driver Marcello was good however very few penguins and in the distance at Gypsy Cove. Some at Yorke Bay but not that many and still not very close compared with reports from our cruise ship passengers who visited more remote parts of the island
Excellent
Cynthia C,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour with a knowledgable guide who took account of me being on crutches and still made sure we saw all we could.
A fantastic tour! The...
Burcu S,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A fantastic tour! The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and always helpful. The vehicle was very comfortable, and the tour was perfectly organized. We enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend it.
Great new tour option
Gmail134,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a very new option available from 01 January 2026, allowing you to see 8 attractions, including penguins and the city. Reviews previous to this does not apply to this current tour. This is a great option for those not wanting to travel long distances off road.
Do not book this tour
Marilyn G,,Jan 25, 2023
- Review from Viator
1.00Do not book this tour! It is over priced for what you get. It was to last 5 to 6 hours and barely lasted four hours. Lunch consisted of venting machine type ham sandwich, chips and water :eaten at side of road. Tour guide needed reminding of attractions that were to be seen. He wanted to enter early. Very disappointing. After complaining to Viator, I received 10%($57) of our $577 back. Not enough - it should have been 25 to 50% back of this awful, overpriced tour.
Penguins
Gmail134,,Mar 8, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was well organised and informative. Enjoyed the day. The sun was out, the guide delivered all in the tour description. We walked with the penguin. Saw light house, gypsy cove and lady elizabeth.
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2012dee1961,,Mar 1, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We arrived at Port Stanley the tour cost £555.00 for 2 people including lunch. Left at 9.00 - arrived back at 12.30, where there was a 10 min tour of the city , lunch was a meat paste handmade sandwich, crisps and a biscuit. What a RIP-OFF!!!! Never again
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