Volunteer Point in Falkland Islands
Only 4 passengers per vehicle. Home to the largest King Penguin colony, the Falkland Islands has over 1200 breeding pairs and will introduce you to them!
Volunteer Point is also home to numerous Gentoo and Magellanic penguins and a large variety of other bird life, and also boasts a long white sand-beach on which you can occasionally find a Sea Lion lurking.
This is a semi-private tour for 4 people per vehicle (4x4 vehicle).
We will be waiting you with a yellow sign with your name, we have yellow jackets and yellow signs. You will find us easily.
Jeep departs one hour after the ship docks.
Please do all that you can to get ashore quickly as it does make a difference.
Duration: 6 hr 20 min
- Private tour
Falkland Islands Shared Tour Sightseeing with Penguins
GOOD NEWS UPDATE! – Price frozen for 2026/27 season
This is a fun, shared tour which incorporates penguins, fantastic views and some short walks all in the great company of our local accredited guides who will share their knowledge and personal insights of living in a remote part of the world.
If you are arriving on a cruise ship, we will meet you at the tender landing area (Jetty Visitor Centre) for either the 9:00 or 12.00 departure time for the 2.5-hour tour.
The town tour takes in all the local landmarks and we offer the option to leave the tour at the Museum which is a short walk (10 minutes) from the Jetty Visitor Centre, or return to your pick-up point.
The tour does involve some walking over uneven ground so is not suitable for wheel chairs or those with mobility aids.
Duration: 2 hr 40 min
- Free cancellation
Falkland Islands Penguins Full Day Tour
Experience the Falkland Islands like never before with close-up encounters with Gentoo and Magellanic penguins, and the occasional King Penguin. Our comfortable minibus or 4x4 transport ensures a smooth ride, offering breathtaking views at each stop. Explore both wildlife and historical landmarks like Stanley’s Liberation Monument and Christ Church Cathedral. Enjoy refreshments including snacks, drinks, and hot beverages throughout the tour. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and photographers, our expert local guides will provide fascinating insights. Don’t miss this unforgettable Falklands adventure filled with wildlife, history, and scenic beauty! Please read carefully we require 4 guests minimum per vehicle in Minibus transport this is a small private tour.
Duration: 5 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Kelp Point - Private 4x4 Tour - Elephant Seals and Penguins
One of the best locations on the Falklands to visit the giants of the South Atlantic the Southern Elephant Seals close up in
their natural habitat. You will also visit the characterful Gentoo Penguin. A truly amazing experience!
Experience the beauty of Kelp Point on a private guided tour with Falklands Outdoors. Explore the rugged coastline of the Falkland Islands and observe the colossal Southern Elephant Seals in their natural habitat. On this 6-hour guided tour, you'll be immersed in nature as you experience breathtaking views of unspoiled landscapes from your own personal guide. Get up close and personal with these gentle giants while learning about their culture, habits, and social dynamics - all while taking advantage of some incredible photo opportunities! Soak up every moment at Kelp Point and create memories that will last a lifetime!
The tour is by 4x4 vehicle, with a mix of on-road and off-road driving.
Duration: 6 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Falkland Islands: Bertha’s Beach Penguin Colony & Stanley Tour
Experience the Falkland Islands on a shared or small group tour with comfortable transport options, including:
• Minibus
• Cars
Enjoy seasonal penguin viewing at Bertha’s Beach, expert insights into wildlife and history from a knowledgeable local guide, and visits to Stanley’s scenic and historic landmarks. The drive to Bertha’s Beach takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on road and weather conditions. Flexible pacing and cruise-friendly timing ensure a comfortable and memorable experience.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Falkland Islands Penguin Tour to Bertha’s Beach | Shore Excursion
Experience an unforgettable Falkland Islands penguin tour, combining incredible wildlife encounters with a guided visit to Stanley. This small-group shore excursion from Stanley is designed for cruise passengers looking to make the most of their time on the islands.
Travel in comfort by minibus or 4x4 on a scenic journey of approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour to Bertha’s Beach, where you can encounter gentoo and Magellanic penguins, with king penguins occasionally seen. Observe these iconic birds up close in their natural habitat while your local guide shares insights into the Falkland Islands’ unique wildlife and landscapes.
The experience also includes a flexible city tour of Stanley, allowing time to explore key landmarks and local highlights before returning to your ship on schedule. Carefully planned around cruise timings, this Falkland Islands shore excursion offers a smooth, reliable, and memorable visit.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Private Penguin Paradise Tour: Penguins, Scenery & Stanley
Experience the Falklands with a local who loves calling these islands home. Our private, family-friendly Penguin Paradise Tour welcomes both cruise ship passengers and land-based visitors. With one booking per vehicle, your 4x4 is exclusively for your group and comfortably seats four passengers.
Watch gentoo penguins along the white sands of Bertha’s Beach, a Ramsar wetland of international importance and globally Important Bird Area. Enjoy time to observe the wildlife, take photographs and appreciate the coastal scenery before heading to Gypsy Cove to look for Magellanic penguins. Finish with a look around Stanley, brought to life by your guide’s local knowledge.
Our eco-conscious approach includes homemade lunches and snacks in compostable packaging, canned spring water and a tree planted through One Tree Planted for every vehicle booked.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Falkland Islands Wildlife & Stanley Highlights Tour
Experience the Falkland Islands on a shared or small group tour with comfortable transport options, including:
- Minibus
- 4x4 vehicles
Experience the wildlife and history of the Falkland Islands on this scenic tour. Visit Yorke Bay to see Gentoo penguins, passing the Elizabeth shipwreck along the way and taking a scenic walk on the beach. Explore Gypsy Cove to observe Magellanic penguins and enjoy stunning harbor views. On the return journey, drive past landmarks including the Totem Pole, Whalebone Display, Government House, and the 1982 Liberation Monument, gaining fascinating insights into Stanley’s history and culture.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Falkland Islands Penguin & Stanley Tour – Shared Minibus
Discover the enchanting Falkland Islands on this small-group minibus tour, featuring close encounters with Gentoo and Magellanic penguins at Bertha's Beach and Gypsy Cove. Enjoy one hour at each penguin colony, where you can take memorable photographs while learning from an expert local guide about wildlife conservation. Afterward, embark on a scenic drive through Stanley, stopping at iconic landmarks such as the Totem Pole and Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck. This tour is perfect for cruise visitors and independent travelers seeking a blend of wildlife and cultural experiences.
- Visit two penguin colonies for up-close wildlife viewing
- Enjoy a guided driving tour of Stanley with photo stops
- Small group sizes ensure a personalized experience
- Includes round-trip transport, snacks, and all entry fees
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Penguins, Elephant Seals and Island Highlights at Falkland Is.
A tour that combines Stanley with wildlife stops like Kelp Point and Gypsy Cove is special because it blends cultural history and local highlights in the world’s most southerly capital with close-up encounters with iconic sub-Antarctic wildlife. In Stanley you’ll see charming British-style architecture, the Christ Church Cathedral, the Whalebone Arch, historic monuments, shipwrecks and hear local stories that bring the Falklands’ heritage to life. From there you head out in a 4×4 across rugged landscapes to Kelp Point, where you can watch massive Southern Elephant Seals lazing on the shore alongside playful gentoo penguins in their natural habitat — often with penguins coming close if you stay still. Then at Gypsy Cove near Stanley, you’ll enjoy a scenic bay and Magellanic penguins nesting among the tussac grass and often a variety of other birds, all against a dramatic white-sand beach backdrop.
Duration: 6 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Sanley and Bertha's Beach Tours
Offered in English, Spanish, Italian And Greek:
Wanderlust Falklands offers unforgettable, tailor‑made tours designed to suit every traveler. Led by an independent tour operator with a true passion for wildlife and photography, each journey brings you closer to the natural wonders of these islands.
Picture yourself strolling along pristine white‑sand beaches, wandering through rolling sand dunes, and meeting the iconic penguins that call the Falklands home—all just steps away.
For those seeking something truly special, I can also guide you to hidden gems and lesser‑known treasures of the Falklands that few visitors ever see and to make your experience even more personal, tours are available in English, Spanish, Italian, and Greek.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Let the Bertha’s Beach Penguins Make You Smile
Visit gentoo penguins on a pristine beach during our 5-hour tour. A bit over an hour’s drive from Stanley, Bertha’s Beach will welcome us with its white sands and crystal clear water. The area has been recognized as a wetland site of international importance under the Ramsar Convention.
Bertha herself was a ship that didn’t make it, and got wrecked by the shore, losing its precious cargo – planks of cedar wood, scattered on the beach to this day (you will notice there are almost no trees in the Falklands).
We will visit the colony of Gentoo penguins - noisy, but fascinating creatures. Lunch on the beach or in the car, your choice, might be a bit windy there.
Afterwards we will travel back to Yorke Bay and Gypsy Cove to see even more penguins on the dunes or in burrows(if we are lucky).
Lady Liz is a must see landmark in Falklands, you will have a chance to know why.
We then show you the highlights of Stanley, the capital city of the Falklands.
Duration: 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation
Bertha's Beach Penguin Experience
All of our guides are experienced and passionate about the Falklands, the wildlife and our Island life-style. They are knowledgeable and will be keen to answer any questions you may have.
Bertha's Beach is a magical place with un-spoilt beaches and amazing wildlife. This destination is not frequented by many tourists and is a hidden gem.
If wide open spaces, penguins and pure white sand beaches appeal, then this is the tour for you.
All of our tours include a Stanley City tour on return to your preferred drop off location.
Duration: 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation
Whale Point to See Penguins and Elephant Seals
Pick up and drop off to the cruise terminal is included with this tour
Wide open spaces, penguins, white sand beach, Elephant seals, fresh air and great company make this a tour not to be missed.
If your time in the Falklands is short, this tour will provide you with an overview of the many elements that make living in the Falklands special.
You will visit with penguins and Elephant seals in their natural habitat, drive through farmland, and enjoy great vistas outside of, and overlooking the town.
This tour encompasses our Islands lifestyle and your time will be well-spent with one of our carefully selected guides who are knowledgeable and passionate about the Falklands and will be eager to answer any questions you may have.
If you have a sense of adventure, love wildlife and like to find out as much as possible about the place you are visiting, this is the tour for you.
This tour uses 4x4 vehicles, each can seat 4 passengers.
Duration: 4–6 hours
- Free cancellation
Ultimate Falklands Yorke Bay Gentoo Colony Tour
Visit the charming Gentoo penguin colony at Yorke Bay on this enriching small-group tour, perfect for wildlife enthusiasts. Enjoy a scenic 20-minute drive from the cruise port, followed by a short guided walk through sand dunes with stunning coastal views. Spend time observing Gentoo penguins in their natural habitat, with chances to spot King Penguins and dolphins nearby. Your knowledgeable local guide will share fascinating insights about the wildlife and environment. This approximately 2-hour experience also includes a brief stop at the historic Lady Elizabeth shipwreck before returning comfortably to the port. A free water bottle and treat are included.
Duration: 2 hr 20 min
- Free cancellation
Private Falkland Island Wildlife Tour in Bertha Beach and Stanley
Discover the stunning Falkland Islands on this captivating 5-6 hour private wildlife tour. Begin with a scenic drive to Bertha’s Beach, where you can observe a lively colony of Gentoo penguins and possibly spot Magellanic or King penguins. Enjoy the picturesque landscapes of Yorke Bay and Gypsy Cove, known for their vibrant wildlife, including more penguin sightings. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights into the region’s history and wildlife as you explore iconic landmarks in Stanley, including Christ Church Cathedral and the Liberation Monument. This tour combines wildlife encounters with historical exploration for a memorable adventure.
- 5-6 hour tour showcasing the Falkland Islands' wildlife and history
- This tour is private, with exclusive use of the vehicle for your group. Friends or family are welcome to join.
- Observe Gentoo and Magellanic penguins in their natural habitat
- Expert guide providing insights and photo opportunities throughout the journey
Duration: 5–6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Gentoo Penguin Colony Falklands Tour with Transportation
We offer shared tours (of up to 6 guests) in high-caliber, adventure -off-roading vehicles such as a Toyota Land Cruisers or Land Rover Discoverys.
The tour includes off-road elements and a short walk up and down the sand dunes. It is suitable for most guests but please let us know via message if you have any fitness concerns, or specific requirements.
Tours can be in English or Spanish, or as an English-speaking tour with written information cards in another language (see info on which languages we offer these in).
We look forward to being a part of your Falkland Islands adventure!
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
Kings Haven Private Volunteer Point Tour
Discover the king penguins of Volunteer Point on a private, eco-conscious 4x4 adventure with a local guide who knows and loves the Falkland Islands. Your vehicle is reserved exclusively for your group, with comfortable seating for up to four passengers.
Travel across open landscapes, private farmland and rugged off-road tracks before spending unhurried time watching penguins and exploring the white-sand beach. Alongside the king penguin colony, look out for gentoo and Magellanic penguins—wonderful opportunities for wildlife watching and photography.
Our eco-conscious approach includes a homemade lunch featuring locally sourced ingredients, included hot and cold drinks, and water in recyclable aluminium cans. We also support One Tree Planted with a tree planted for every vehicle booked.
Duration: 6 hr 20 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Falkland Islands Gentoo Penguin Colony Tour
Join us for an amazing adventure in a 4x4 vehicle/minibus. We will visit one of the best locations right at Stanley's doorstep, Yorke Bay, where we will see a big colony of Gentoo penguins with panoramic views of the famous white sand beaches of the Falkland Islands.
Tours can be done in English, Spanish, Italian or Greek. This tour will include a little off roading and some very light walking to get to the sandy beaches. Enjoy!
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Falkland Islands: Argentine Cemetery & Falklands War Tour
Discover a Falkland Islands war history tour from Stanley, visiting the Argentine Military Cemetery and exploring key sites connected to the 1982 conflict. Travel in comfort on a scenic journey of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours across East Falkland, where the remote landscapes help bring the events of the war into perspective. Along the way, your knowledgeable local guide shares insights into the history, terrain, and experiences that shaped this important period. At the Argentine Military Cemetery, you will have time for quiet reflection at one of the most significant memorial sites in the Falkland Islands, making this a respectful and informative experience for those interested in the islands’ history.
Duration: 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation
Private Wild Shores Tour: Penguins, Elephant Seals & Stanley
Discover elephant seals, gentoo penguins and coastal scenery on our private Wild Shores Tour. Welcoming cruise ship passengers and land-based travellers, this family-friendly adventure takes you to Whale Point/Kelp Point with a local guide who knows and loves the Falklands.
Travel through rugged landscapes before reaching the shore to watch elephant seals and gentoo penguins in their natural habitat. Enjoy time to observe the wildlife, take photographs and soak up the scenery before returning for a look around Stanley.
With one booking per vehicle, your 4x4 is exclusively for your group and comfortably seats four passengers. Our eco-conscious approach includes homemade lunches and snacks in compostable packaging, canned spring water and a tree planted through One Tree Planted for every vehicle booked.
Duration: 6–7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Falkland Islands: Penguin Experience & Stanley Highlights Tour
Experience the Falkland Islands up close! Explore the stunning landscapes of Stanley, stroll along beaches with Gentoo penguins at Yorke Bay, and observe Magellanic penguins at Gypsy Cove. Along the way, pass historic landmarks like the Elizabeth shipwreck, Totem Pole, Whalebone Display, Government House, and the 1982 Liberation Monument. With comfortable transport in a minibus or 4x4, a knowledgeable local guide, and a relaxed, small-group atmosphere, this tour offers a memorable, wildlife-filled adventure perfect for all ages.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Bertha’s Beach & Beyond - Your Falklands, Your Way!
Begin your adventure at the stunning Bertha’s Beach, one of the best locations on the Falklands to view penguins close up. You will experience sweeping coastal landscapes and a variety of other wildlife, with chances to spot Magellanic or King penguins as well. From there, the day is entirely yours. Whether you’d like to explore more wildlife hotspots, discover hidden beaches, or take in dramatic Falklands landscapes, we shape the experience around your interests. We finish with a relaxed and informative tour of Stanley, giving you a perfect blend of nature, scenery, and local history - all at your pace, all your way.
We are proud to offer this completely private tour with our experienced and knowledgeable local guides.
Duration: 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kelp Point 4x4 Elephant Seals and Gentoos Falklands Tour
Experience the beauty of nature on our Whale Point Tour, where you'll encounter elephant seals and gentoo penguins in their natural habitat. Watch as the massive elephant seals lounge on the shore, engaging in their fascinating behaviours, while the playful gentoo penguins waddle nearby. Our expert guides will share insightful facts about these unique creatures and their coastal environment. This tour offers unforgettable wildlife sightings and the chance to connect with nature in a serene, scenic setting. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—book your spot today for an adventure like no other!
Duration: 5 hr 45 min
- Free cancellation