Hiking

Walking opportunities range from short strolls along the streets of Stanley or settlement exploration to hiking the hills or coastlines for a whole day. Generally, few people will be encountered on a walk outside Stanley, allowing you to appreciate the beauty of the surroundings and only natural sounds in isolation. This does mean that it is important that someone knows your general whereabouts for safety’s sake.

Camping enthusiasts can plan more adventurous expeditions to travel further afield.

A map of Stanley is printed inside the Falkland Island Tourist Board “Visitor Guide” and can be obtained from the Jetty Visitor Centre. 1.50,000 maps of the Islands are available from the Museum. Minefields may be encountered in some areas, around Stanley in particular, but there is no reason to be concerned – all minefields are very clearly fenced and marked; there have been no civilian casualties. Simply follow the fence around (staying on the outside of course) and continue your journey.

Hikers should be equipped with clothing to cope with rapidly changing weather conditions, particularly if the walk is away from the Stanley area. Sunscreen and lip salve are advisable; waterproof and walking boots essential if heading to the hills or for even just a half day out. Weather forecasts can generally be obtained from your accommodation provider, by listening to local radio or from www.horizon.co.fk/weather.html

Please check the Countryside Code if heading away from the streets of Stanley.

For some ideas of walks around the Stanley area click here.

Read more about other walks around the Falklands from these blogs. These links are to external sites; the Falkland Islands Tourist Board is not responsible for the content.