Seal Bay Wildlife Encounter
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Port
Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas
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Activity Level
Strenuous
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$429.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 7 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Journey to one of the most remote destinations in the Falklands Islands, where nature is still in charge and wildlife outnumbers visitors about 600 to one.
You’ll travel by 4x4 vehicle, beginning with an hour on the island’s main road network and winding through the rugged Falklands landscape. Watch for the stone runs that are geologically unique to the Falkland Islands and the picturesque mountain range that was the venue for many battles during the 1982 conflict.
Then, head off-road to where the real adventure begins. You’ll travel through Port Louis -- the first land ever farmed in the islands -- on a true 4x4 adventure leading to the secluded and scenic Seal Bay. Running along the stunning East Falklands coastline, Seal Bay is home to several species of penguin.
You will first come across the Gentoo penguin colony, nestled inland away from the coastal winds, and have an opportunity to take photographs here.
Continue to a rockhopper penguin colony, where these friendly and highly entertaining birds can be seen in their thousands, as well as a number of macaroni penguins (Eudyptes chrysolophus), whose feather crest lies at the heart of their unusual name.
Moving on, you’ll travel a short distance to another colony, home not only to 1,500 pairs of Gentoos but also two hundred Magellan penguins and, on occasion, up to fifty visiting king penguins.
A variety of other fowl can also be seen among the colonies, such as king cormorants, steamer ducks, ruddy-headed geese, sooty shearwaters, and white-bridled finches.
A packed lunch and hot drink are provided for you to enjoy while taking in the amazing views or photographing the wildlife.
You will have approximately two hours with the wildlife before returning to Stanley.
Notes:
Minimum age is 5 years. Child car seats are mandatory for children under 4’4" and must be requested from the Shore Excursions team at least 72 hours in advance; the additional charge is payable directly to the tour operator. Dress warmly in layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer; bring a warm hat, gloves and a scarf. Wear sturdy walking shoes. The drive is over extremely rough terrain in a 4x4 vehicle. Guests who are pregnant or have a back or neck condition are not allowed to participate. Travel time to the site is approximately 2.5 hours. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.