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FALKLAND ISLANDS The Falkland Islands, located 560km off the east coast of South America are home to a wealth of wildlife, much of which is very tame and approachable. More than 220 species of bird have been identified in the Falklands, including five different species of penguin. Marine life abounds including elephant and fur seals, southern sea lions, dolphins and whales. There is also a wide variety of flora, of which 13 are endemic and 171 are native. King Penguins, Falkland Islands © Shutterstock

Days 4/5 WILDLIFE OF Transfer by air to Sea Lion Island. Here you will encounter breeding colonies of southern sea THE FALKLANDS lions and southern elephant seals. The island is 8 days/7 nights also home to over 40 species of bird. Explore the From $5376 per person twin share* island on your own or have a guided orientation Departs Saturdays ex Mount Pleasant arranged for you (extra cost). BLD Day 6 Stanley INCLUSIONS Flight to Stanley with free time to explore the Airport meet and greet, all overland transfers, all internal FIGAS flights, accommodation and meals as per Falkland’s colourful capital with its museum, sea itinerary and all tours with driver/guides. wall and cathedral. B *Based on 2 people sharing, singles on request. Rate is Day 7 Stanley provisional and subject to change. Take a full day 4x4 guided excursion to Volunteer Lodges closed Apr-Aug (winter). Point where you can view the largest King he Falkland Islands are renowned Penguin colony on the island. Should you wish for an abundance of diverse to take a different tour on this day, it can be T Albatross mother and chick © Falkland Islands Holidays wildlife within a natural environment. arranged – ask us for details. B Nicknamed “Galapagos of the South”, Day 8 Tour ends Mount Pleasant the wildlife here often comes to you. Five Morning free to explore more of Stanley before an species of penguin, the world’s largest afternoon transfer to Mount Pleasant Airport for your departure flight (not included). Tour ends. B colonies of Black-browed Albatross, the endangered Striated Caracara, elephant seals, sea lions, dolphins and even killer FALKLAND ISLANDS Carcass whales are just some of the exciting Island creatures of the Falklands. Volunteer Point WEST Day 1 Stanley FALKLAND STANLEY Arrival transfer from Mount Pleasant International EAST Airport to Stanley. Remainder of the day at leisure. Days 2/3 Pebble Island Transfer to the airport for your flight to Pebble Sea Lion Island SOUTH ATLANTIC OCEAN Roaring elephant seal © Shutterstock Island – officially recognised as an Important Bird Area. Choice of a full day tour to different parts of the island – ask us for details. Optional second tour can be added at an additional cost. BLD

Falklands Skua and a young chick © Falkland Islands Holidays Picturesque Falkland Islands landscape © Shutterstock

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ANTARCTIC PENINSULA FALKLANDS, SOUTH GEORGIA CLASSIC ANTARCTICA 11 days from $10099 per person twin* & THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA AIR-CRUISE ex Ushuaia, Argentina 19 days from $22413 per person twin* 8 days from $19351 per person twin* *10, 12 and 13 day departures also available ex Punta Arenas, Chile ex Punta Arenas, Chile Explore the most accessible area of the ‘Great *17, 18, 20, 21 and 23 day departures also available *10 day departures also available White Continent’ and discover a huge diversity This cruise is the ultimate in Antarctic voyages, Short on time or keen to avoid crossing the of birdlife, including Gentoo, Chinstrap and exploring the Sub-Antarctic islands of South occasionally turbulent Drake Passage? Fly from Adelie penguins. You are also likely to see polar Georgia and the Falklands, as well as the Antarctic Punta Arenas in Chile to King just off mammals like leopard, crabeater and Weddell Peninsula. The Falkland Islands shelter a profusion the north coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. Here, seals, orcas, humpback and minke whales. All of birdlife while unspoilt South Georgia harbours you'll step aboard your expedition ship. Planned itineraries offer multiple shore landings by the grave of Ernest Shackleton and King Penguins highlights on this cruise include Paulet Island, Hope Zodiac inflatable boat to visit penguin rookeries, which you won’t see further south. The Antarctic Bay, Port Lockroy, Petermann Island, Paradise Bay, historic sites and scientific research stations. Peninsula is where huge glaciers meet the sea Deception Island as well as the Lemaire Channel. For those with an adventurous spirit, some ships and there are colonies of Chinstrap, Adelie and Each day you’ll disembark by Zodiac and explore offer options to camp overnight on an ice shelf, Gentoo penguins. The emphasis of this trip is on Antarctica’s natural wonders and incredible wildlife mountaineer, cross-country ski, kayak or scuba wildlife encounters, contact with the environment together with expert guides. Fewer hours travelling dive (experience required). and sites of historical interest. means more time to explore the ice!

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