Top Things to do in Stanley
Things to do in Stanley, East Falkland: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Stanley, Falkland Islands including Kidney Island, Mount Longdon, Gypsy Cove, Surf Bay, North Pond Penguin Tours.
1. Kidney Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By scottportelli - Sydney, Australia
If you only have one day in Stanley, this is a must-see activity! Greeted by Andrew, we set off by boat across to this very special place called Kidney Island. Andy’s knowledge, expertise and respect for the wildlife made this even more memorable. We landed on the west side of the island and started into the tussock grass following the bellows of resting sealions, and observing various birds of prey and seabirds along the way. Before heading over to the sea cliffs to visit the Rockhopper colonies perched up on the edge of the rocky cliff tops. But then the main event happened! More than 100 thousand sooty sheerwaters start returning to the island as the sunsets they appear in huge numbers scattered across the dusk sky. It was one of the most spectacular natural events I have witnessed and nothing could prepare me for the sheer magnitude of what I was witnessing. This is truly a hidden gem of visiting the Falklands, the good thing is, it is only a short 30 minute boat ride from town. You have to see this and if you are lucky you may get a spectacular Falkland Island sunset as well.
2. Mount Longdon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Tupelo010835 - Denton, United States
........very brief but well worth the time. Our guide explained the significance of this area to us and the role it played in the war. Very evocative.
3. Gypsy Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 288 reviews
Reviewed By BigAl-Roll_Tide - Vancouver, United States
It is a relative short bus ride from downtown to Gypsy Cove for you to enjoy the sights. You will see a number of penguins as well a number of other birds, and sea life - if you travel in by Cruise ship, you will see your ship anchored in the bay as well. It is well worth the modest bus ticket cost to walk and see Gypsy Cove.
4. Surf Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By kevbartlett123 - Trowbridge, United Kingdom
This is a lovely bay with pole white sands we went for a paddle but you need to be very hardy to take the plunge in the south Atlantic
