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Gentoos in the mist
The type of unrivalled photographic opportunities that await you in the Falklands
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The road ahead
A Falkland landscape and an open road - find your Falkland Islands
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Stanley
An aerial view of Stanley with Christ Church Cathedral at centre
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Penguin surfing
A gentoo penguin rides a wave back to shore
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Kelp Goose
The majestic all-white male Kelp Goose
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Flying penguin
Who said penguins can't fly. Surfing to the shore this Gentoo penguin definitely got airborne (c) D Pettersson
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Variable Hawk
Hawk perching on the horse corral at an East Falkland farm (c) S Jaffray
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Sand Pipers
White-Rumped Sand Pipers with Sea Cabbage foilage (c) D Pettersson
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Albatross
Black-Browed Albatross in flight (c) G Moulds
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Grass Wren
Grass Wren dwarfed by tussac grass on East Island (c) Hattie Kilmartin
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Sufing penguin
Falklands Exposed photography competition overall winning image by former CBFSAI Air Commodore Gordon Moulds
Accommodation in West Falkland
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Crooked Inlet, Roy Cove West Falkland
Settlement HouseOpen All Year- Address Roy Cove
- Owner Danny and Joy Donnelly
- Email j.d.donnelly@horizon.co.fk
- Tel +(500) 41102
Fully equipped house for 8. Cosy and comfortable with stunning views over the beautiful Crooked Inlet where whales can often be seen. Ideally located for walks in the surrounding hills including Mount Adam, the highest mountain on the West, or simply relaxing, enjoying the views, wildlife and experiencing traditional farm life. Tours available to various locations on the West with opportunities to observe the wildlife or go fishing.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cash (US Dollar)
- Cash (Euro)
- Cheque (UK Sterling)
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- DVD and/or Video facilities
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Tea and coffee making facilities available
- Microwave oven provided
- Guided tours can be arranged
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
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Fox Bay - Lake Sulivan Farm West Falkland
Settlement HouseOpen All Year- Address Fox Bay
- Owner Norma and Roger Edwards
- Email nr.edwards@horizon.co.fk
- Tel +(500) 42004
- Fax +(500) 42004
Fully equipped house for 6. Fox Bay is the largest settlement on the West and home to “Warrah Design”, previously the wool mill, where items of clothing and other textiles can be purchased with Falkland Islands or individually designed logos. A memorial was erected here in 2007 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Falkland Islands conflict.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cash (US Dollar)
- Cash (Euro)
- Cheque (UK Sterling)
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Tea and coffee making facilities available
- Microwave oven provided
- Laundry facilities for guest usage
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
- Pet friendly (Check with management for any restrictions)
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Little Chartres - Main House West Falkland
HomestayOpen All Year- Address Little Chartres
- Owner Jim and Lesley Woodward
- Email jandlwoodward@horizon.co.fk
- Tel +(500) 42215
- Fax +(500) 42215
Little Chartres sits on the bank of the River Chartres and is idealy situated for the tourer in the centre of West Falkland. Immediate access to road network and just one hour from ferry terminal at Port Howard. Spend time sight-seeing, taking nature walks (try our own wildlife reserve for rare plants), chilling out and taking in the open and breath taking scenery, while away some time fishing for trout. (Fly and spinning equipment available.) We have a children's playground, miniature horses and ducks. Camping possible.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cheque (UK Sterling) - with charge
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- Telephone facilities available
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Laundry facilities for guest usage
- Packed lunch available on request
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
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Little Chartres - Top Dip Shanty West Falkland
Remote HouseOpen All Year- Address Little Chartres
- Owner Jim and Lesley Woodward
- Email jandlwoodward@horizon.co.fk
- Tel +(500) 42215
Fully equipped cabin for 5. A shepherd’s shanty at the original site of Chartres settlement (especially suited for the adventurous!), camping available for larger groups. Little Chartres is perfectly situated to explore West Falkland with a large variety of tours and experiences on offer at the farmhouse. Top Dip Shanty does not have electricity or running water (torches/candles provided, water daily from farmhouse). It has a chemical toilet, gas fire, gas hobs, and a peat stove (peat/wood provided). Bedding, towels and household equipment provided along with a welcome pack of bread, cakes and biscuits.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cheque (UK Sterling) - with charge
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Tea and coffee making facilities available
- Guided tours can be arranged
- Child friendly
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Port Edgar - Moelwyn Cottage West Falkland
Settlement HouseOpen All Year- Address Port Edgar
- Owner Mandy and Tex Alazia
- Email organic-alazia@hotmail.com
- Tel +(500) 42010
- Fax +(500) 42010
Fully equipped house for 5 with fresh produce, general stores and diesel available. Port Edgar is ideally situated for varied walking opportunities along the shores or clifftops affording excellent views across Falkland Sound. Penguin colonies are nearby and whales are often sighted. Go fishing or experience farm life including shearing demonstrations during the summer months.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cash (US Dollar)
- Cash (Euro)
- Cheque (UK Sterling)
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- DVD and/or Video facilities
- Telephone facilities available
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Tea and coffee making facilities available
- Microwave oven provided
- Laundry facilities for guest usage
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
- Pet friendly (Check with management for any restrictions)
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Port Howard Farm Cottages West Falkland
Settlement HouseOpen All Year- Address Port Howard
- Manager Myles and Karen Lee
- Email phfarm@horizon.co.fk
- Tel +(500) 42181 / 42182
Three houses available: Cookhouse, Bunkhouse and Head Shepherd’s House. Cosy and comfortable with stunning views at affordable prices. Port Howard is the “Gateway to the West”, situated close to the ferry terminal and at the foot of Mount Maria, the third highest mountain on West Falkland. A pitch and putt course and a nine hole, par three golf course (owned and maintained by a local landowner) are available in the settlement.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cash (US Dollar)
- Cash (Euro)
- Cheque (UK Sterling)
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- DVD and/or Video facilities
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Tea and coffee making facilities available
- Microwave oven provided
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
- Pet friendly (Check with management for any restrictions)
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Port Howard Lodge West Falkland
LodgeOpen All Year- Address Port Howard
- Owner Sue Lowe and Wayne Brewer
- Email porthowardlodge@cwimail.fk
- Tel +(500) 42187
- Fax +(500) 42187
Well furnished bedrooms, TV lounge and mature gardens make this an excellent location to experience the warmth and hospitality of traditional “camp” life. The Lodge has many original features including wood panelling, the old telephone system and farming artefacts on display. Fishing for sea trout and local mullet can be arranged or play pitch and putt in the grounds. A nine hole, par 3 course is owned and maintained by a landholder in the settlement. Tours are available to penguin rookeries and around the farm.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cash (US Dollar)
- Cash (Euro)
- Cheque (UK Sterling)
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- Internet facilities available
- Telephone facilities available
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Laundry service available
- Packed lunch available on request
- Guided tours can be arranged
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
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Port Stephens Cottage West Falkland
Settlement HouseOpen All Year- Address Port Stephens
- Owner Peter and Ann Robertson
- Email par@horizon.co.fk
- Tel +(500) 42307
- Fax +(500)42304
Fully equipped cottage for 5. The comfortable cottage in the heart of the settlement provides a perfect base for exploring the superb coastline of the south west. The unique rock formations known as Indian Village are within walking distance; excellent hiking opportunities afford fantastic views of the jagged shoreline and powerful South Atlantic from nearby Calm Head. Gentoo, magellanic and rockhopper penguins breed along the clifftops and shores.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cash (US Dollar)
- Cash (Euro)
- Cheque (UK Sterling)
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- DVD and/or Video facilities
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Tea and coffee making facilities available
- Microwave oven provided
- Laundry service available
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
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Shallow Bay - Old House West Falkland
Settlement HouseOpen All Year- Address Shallow Bay
- Owner Paul and Davina Peck
- Email psb@horizon.co.fk
- Tel +(500) 21719 / 41007
Fully equipped house for 5. Offers an insight into farm life with the chance to participate in farm work at some times of the year. Horse riding, trout and mullet fishing opportunities are available. Tours can be arranged to see the miniature ponies at Main Point, penguins at Port North and other places of interest.
- Payment Methods
- Cash (UK/FI Pounds)
- Cheque (UK Sterling)
- Cheque (FI Pound)
- Facilities
- TV in lounge
- DVD and/or Video facilities
- Selection of toys/games/reading materials available
- Tea and coffee making facilities available
- Suitable for aged/infirm
- Child friendly
