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FALKLAND ISLANDS A Circumnavigation with Blue Planet Expeditions Ltd DECEMBERDECEMBER 5th3rd -- 19th17th 20152016 updated from 2015 for Expeditions There’s always more to see… 2016by Auf kurs Inselreisen Contents Expeditions The Falklands Map of the Falklands Itinerary Dear Traveller, RV Hans Hansson Travel Information Our aim is to provide passengers with the best opportunities to experience What to take close encounters with wildlife, admire and explore magnificent landscapes, Dates & Prices and experience the culture and history of our destinations. All while enjoying Expedition Leader comfort, great food and a casual small group setting aboard our vessels. Contact Details If you are interested in expedition-style travel with a strong conservation bias, excellent photographic opportunities, and uncompromising commitment to providing the fullest experience of destinations, then we encourage you to consider travelling with us. The Blue Planet Expeditions team welcomes you aboard for an expedition around the magnificent Falkland Islands, a place that is very close to our hearts. Enjoy reading about this expedition and feel free to contact us with any questions. Warmest Regards Dan Loveridge Director Trip in 2016 will be organized by Blue Planet Expeditions and NozoMojo Juergen Stock Owner Auf Kurs! Inselreisen The Falklands The Falkland Islands are located in the South Atlantic Ocean approximately 300 miles east of the South American coast. The archipelago comprises East Falkland, West Falkland and 776 smaller islands. The capital, Stanley is located on East Falkland and is the only township in the Islands.. The population of nearly 3000 primarily consists of native Falkland Islanders, mostly of British descent. The official language is English and Falkland Islanders are legally British citizens. The climate is mild; even in the winter months temperatures are frequently above freezing, but the high average wind speed keeps apparent temperatures low. With perfect beaches, huge open spaces and a wealth of wildlife, there is a great deal to offer visitors. If you are lucky you can see up to five species of penguin in one place – king, gentoo, rockhopper, magellanic and macaroni. Seals, sea lions and elephant seals, a copious amount of birdlife and even minke whale and killer whale can also be found here. The Falkland Islands are frequented by marine mammals and offshore islands house the rare striated caracara. The Falklands are naturally treeless and have wind- resistant vegetation that, although varied, is dominated by dwarf shrubs. Jason Islands Map of the Falklands Cape Dolphin Saunders Carcass Pebble Island Island Island West Point Volunteer Point Port Howard Berkely sound Kidney New Island STANLEY Island Weddell Mount Pleasant Island Airport FALKLAND SOUND Fox Bay Lively Island Albermarle Speedwell Island Argentina Expeditions George Chile Falkland Sea Lion Island Islands Important reminder: While on an expedition the unexpected is to be expected – this is part of the excitement that only expedition style travel can offer. When operating in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow for the sea, and the weather to guide the itinerary details. The above route is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; but please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed. Itinerary Day 1, Arrival – land at Mount Pleasant International Airport where you will be met by a Blue Planet Expeditions representative. You will be transferred to the “Hans Hansson” at the public jetty in Stanley. After safety briefings the vessel will depart from Stanley harbour to begin the circumnavigation by heading south past Cape Pembroke. Day 2 - 13, Circumnavigation -- DurDuringing thethe circumnavigationcircumnavigation we willwill endeavourendeavour toto visitvisit thethe following: Sea Lion Island - TheThe mostmost southerlysoutherly inhabitedinhabited islandisland inin thethe archipelagoarchipelago isis ourour firstfirst plannedplanned destination.destination. TheThe IslandIsland isis eighteight kilometreskilometres longlong byby twotwo kilometreskilometres widewide andand isis abundantabundant inin wildlifewildlife but featuresfeatures a veryvery difficultdifficult landinglanding areaarea dependingdepending on sea conditions. 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Island and includes, Split, Staats and Tea Islands, Weddell Island - situated to the west of West which all have spectacular west-facing sheer cliffs Falkland is the largest and possibly the wildest of and deeply indented coastlines. There are generally the offshore islands. It is a superb island for hiking, very steep slopes above eastern coasts with rocky both up and around Mount Weddell with miles of shores, a few sand beaches and sheltered coves. spectacular coastline to explore. Weddell is home Inland the islands are mountainous with many to a remarkable range of flora and fauna, including peaks exceeding 150 m and some above 200m. hawks and numerous smaller breeds. Albatross Most of the smaller islands are low lying. Pebble Island – A breeding ground for penguins, skuas, red-backed hawks, vultures, black-necked swans and many other waterbirds. The eastern side of the island has high conservation value due to the presence of large wetlands and ponds, critical habitat for Falkland waterfowl and wading birds. Southern sea lions can often be found resting at secluded spots around the coastline. 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