Falkland Islands Luxury Tours | Extraordinary Journeys

The Falkland Islands, known to the Argentines as Islas Malvinas, is a romantically wild archipelago in the south Atlantic Ocean, where you can visit the quirky British outpost of Port Stanley, rich in history and wildlife.

It’s warm year-round, so you get to see beautiful flora and fauna, as well as spot a few more penguin species than the Antarctic Peninsula, including gentoo, rockhopper, and macaroni penguins. On longer Antarctica tours, the first stop is usually to the Falklands, as it’s not too far from Ushuaia (Argentina)/Tierra del Fuego at the southern tip of South America.

Two people in yellow jackets walk along a wide sandy beach beside dunes and calm water on Carcass Island.

Two king penguins stand amid tall grass, their orange neck patches bright against soft green vegetation nearby.

Two black-browed albatross glide low over grassy slopes, wings spread wide as gray clouds hang overhead nearby.

Why visit the Falkland Islands?

Even if you’re not a “birder,” you’ll be amazed by the diversity of bird species, including the southern rockhopper penguin, the South American tern, and the black-browed albatross. You can also spot the South American fur seal and the southern elephant seal.

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Even if you’re not a “birder,” you’ll be amazed by the diversity of bird species, including the southern rockhopper penguin, the South American tern, and the black-browed albatross. You can also spot the South American fur seal and the southern elephant seal.
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For those history buffs, it’s interesting to visit the Falkland Islands, where sovereignty disputes between the United Kingdom and Argentina led to the 1982 Falklands War. Visit Mount Tumbledown, the site of the war’s major battle.
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Visit the capital of Port Stanley (also called Stanley), located on the island of East Falkland. Like any quintessential British town, Stanley offers a smattering of pubs, churches, and small museums. Stanley appeals to culture and wildlife enthusiasts.

A close-up of a seal as it rests on sandy ground , its whiskered face and flipper in view.

Two hikers in bright jackets walk among rocky coastal scrub, pausing to photograph the sea and islands beyond.

A pair of black-browed albatross touch bills at a rocky nest site, with the blue ocean softly blurred behind them.

Other areas to explore

A visit to the Falklands puts you within easy reach of many other beautiful and fascinating parts of South America.

Buenos Aires

Argentina’s glittering capital on the banks of the Río de la Plata, Buenos Aires hums with culture, creativity, and charisma.

Torres del Paine

Surrender to awe in southern Patagonia's most iconic national park

Red macaw flies with wings spread wide, showing bright scarlet feathers and long tail against a blurred green forest.

Amazon Rainforest

A vast natural wonder visible from space, the Amazon Delta needs no introduction. Shared by eight countries, Brazil claims the lion’s share and contains pockets so remote they’ve never been explored.

Sunlight filters through mist at Iguazu Falls, where palm trees frame roaring curtains of water plunging below.

Iguazú Falls

A braid of 250 waterfalls plummeting over towering basalt cliffs, Iguazú Falls is one of South America’s most breathtaking natural landmarks.

Why book with Extraordinary Journeys?

We go deep

We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.

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We keep it honest

Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.

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We’ve got it covered

Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.

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We know it’s personal

There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.

We go deep
We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.
We keep it honest
Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.
We’ve got it covered
Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.
We know it’s personal
There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.