Walking toursStanley’s history is closely associated with the days when great sailing ships and early steam vessels called into port on their journeys around Cape Horn. A self-guided
Maritime History Trail has been set up in the capital. A half-day trail leads from Stanley to Cape Pembroke, offering an interesting introduction to the Falkland Islands’ birdlife. For further information and a copy of the
Trail Guide, contact the Falkland Islands Tourist Board (see
General Info section).
Battlefield toursTrips to several of the Battlefield
sites associated with the 1982 conflict (including
Wireless Ridge,
Mount Tumbledown and
Sapper Hill) can be arranged.
WildlifeMigratory species, such as penguins, arrive to breed in September and depart late March/early April. The young are born and reared in the islands throughout the southern summer.
Boat tripsTours around Stanley Harbour in an inflatable craft, as well as various types of fishing tours are available. A number of lodges have motor boats for taking guests to view wildlife and places of interest. Tours around Kidney Island and Sparrow Cove can also be arranged.
South Atlantic Marine Services Ltd can provide further information (tel: 21145; fax: 22674; e-mail:
sams@horizon.co.fk).
FishingThe sea trout season runs from September to the end of April, but September to October and mid-March to mid-April are acknowledged as best for encountering good runs of sea trout. Falklands Mullet is available throughout the period. A license costing £10 per annum is required. It is obtainable from the Stanley Post Office and a log book is issued with it which needs to be returned to the Fisheries Department before departure. Visitors are advised that a catch and return policy applies, that barbless hooks are used and that 12 is the maximum number of fish allowed to be taken. The best locations in West Falkland are Warrah and Chartres, while in East Falkland, San Carlos and Murrel are notable.
GolfThere are facilities at Darwin Lodge on Darwin, and at the following courses: Fox Bay, Goose Green, Hill Cove, Port Howard and Stanley.
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