Falkland Islands: Paradise Rediscovered
From Magellanic penguins to military history! The Argentines call it Islas Malvinas. To the British, this south Atlantic archipelago is known as the Falkland Islands. While it’s the southern-most point of South America, the Falklands are a bastion of British culture and traditions. Located about 400 km northeast of Tierra del Fuego, the Falklands are known for their wildlife (penguins and bird species are plentiful) as well as their dramatic history.
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Life in the Falklands
Learn about life in the remote outpost of the Falklands, and meet the welcoming people of Stanley, its capital, and farmers living in outlying camps, as all settlements outside of Stanley are known. Video by Mark Coger.
Highlights of Stanley in 5 minutes! Falkland Islands
Susa and Masa visit Antarctica and Falkland Islands with MS Roald Amundsen ship in January 2020. Join us on the scenic tour to several places around Antarctic Peninsula. We have a video of all our landings in Antarctica: Cape Horn, Half Moon Island, Brown Bluff, Antarctic Sound, Astrolabe island, Wilhelmina Bay, Orne Harbour, Damoy Point, Deception Island and Elephant Island; as well as landings to Falkland Islands.
The beauty of the landscape leaves us speechless and the humoristic penguins gave us many laughs.
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Falkland Islands - wildlife and heritage
Watch the three-part Britain's Treasure Islands documentary series on BBC FOUR, starting Tue 12 Apr 2016 21:00. (repeated Wed 13 Apr 2016 20:00).
This mini-documentary explores the wildlife, history and cultures of the Falkland Islands. This UK Overseas Territory is a treasure trove of natural history, with commerson dolphin, enormous elephant seals, penguins and some of the largest albatross colonies on Earth. We follow Charles Darwin's footsteps across the Falklands (for he spent twice as long here as he did in the Galapagos), we find striated caracaras - the most southerly bird of prey. These extraordinary raptors stole items from Charles Darwin and mugged presenter Stewart McPherson whilst filming! While many of the islands of the Falklands archipelago have been impacted by mankind, we visit an island with intact tussock vegetation which enables perhaps the greatest natural wonder of the Falklands; thousands of sooty shearwaters, which return back to their nests en-mass each evening.
This film is one of forty mini-documentaries made from the footage not used in the broadcast series.
Visit to view all 40 mini-documentaries free of charge.
Please note: although complementary to the BBC FOUR series, the 40 short mini-documentaries are not commissioned or editorially overseen by BBC.
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BRITAIN'S TREASURE ISLANDS - MINI-DOCUMENTARIES
Introduction
Overview of the UK Overseas Territories
Filming the Britain’s Treasure Islands TV documentary series
Stewart McPherson’s lecture at the Royal Geographical Society
Mini-documentaries about each of the UK Overseas Territories
Ascension Island – wildlife and heritage
Saint Helena – wildlife and heritage
Tristan da Cunha – wildlife and heritage
Falkland Islands – wildlife and heritage
South Georgia – wildlife and heritage
British Antarctic Territory – wildlife and heritage
British Indian Ocean Territory – wildlife and heritage
Pitcairn Islands – wildlife and heritage
Bermuda – wildlife and heritage
Cayman Islands – wildlife and heritage
British Virgin Islands – wildlife and heritage
Montserrat – wildlife and heritage
Anguilla – wildlife and heritage
Turks and Caicos Islands – wildlife and heritage
Akrotiri and Dhekelia – wildlife and heritage
Gibraltar – wildlife and heritage
Mini-documentaries about specific subjects on particular UK Overseas Territories
Ascension Island – natives and aliens
Ascension Island – supplying the garrison
Saint Helena – wirebird conservation
Saint Helena – plant conservation
Life on Tristan da Cunha – the World’s Most Remote Inhabited Island
Tristan da Cunha – the Monster Mice of Gough Island
Falkland Islands – Jimmy the ex-whaler
British Indian Ocean Territory – coconut crabs
British Indian Ocean Territory – seabirds
British Indian Ocean Territory – underwater
Pitcairn Islands – Henderson Island’s wildlife
Life on Pitcairn Island – home of the descendants of the mutineers from HMS Bounty
Mini-documentaries about systematic wildlife groups across all of the UK Overseas Territories
Terrestrial Invertebrates of the UK Overseas Territories
Amphibians and Reptiles of the UK Overseas Territories
Plants of the UK Overseas Territories
Mammals of the UK Overseas Territories
Birds of the UK Overseas Territories
Marine Life of the UK Overseas Territories
Overview mini-documentaries
Conservation Lessons of the UKOTs
Islands of Evolution
Overview of the Britain’s Treasure Islands book
Shipping 5,000 books to all UK secondary schools COMING SOON
Overview of Britain’s Treasure Islands TV documentary series
Antarctica Expedition 2013-14: South Georgia and Falkland Islands Nature Slide Show
Photo slide show from our 29-day expedition to Antarctica in Dec 20, 2013 to Jan 17, 2014.
A voyage of discovery to an awe-inspiring world devoted to nature, wildlife, science, and peace. This safari will have you completely captivated, from the stunning vistas of Tierra del Fuego to the busy penguin rookeries of the Falklands, from the dramatic landscapes of South Georgia to the ice-covered terrain of the Antarctic. Board the comfortable, safe and newly upgraded Ortelius for an expedition offering an unparalleled 17 landing days in the Southern Ocean. Our voyage includes three days in the Falklands (Malvinas Islands) with a huge diversity of species, six days at South Georgia Island, the all but undiscovered rugged land of towering mountains and thriving colonies of penguins, seals, and albatross, one day at the South Orkneys with nesting Snow Petrels, and seven days along the Antarctic Peninsula, the wonderland of ice and inconceivably vibrant polar wildlife. During days at sea, our naturalists on the ship's bridge and stern share sightings of whales and seabirds, including many of the world's species of albatross. Maximum time both on shore and Zodiac cruising will be available for photography, wildlife experiences, and exploring the landscapes of the great Southern Ocean. Our priority is assuring the most in-depth wildlife experience in the Antarctic, an experience made possible by our excellent itinerary and committed expedition staff.
Day in the Life: Falkland Islands and South Georgia, Antarctica
Do you desire to do it all on your Antarctic adventure? Then this is the voyage for you! Not only will you cross the Antarctic Circle and travel further south than traditional Antarctic cruises, you'll also visit the wildlife playgrounds of the Falklands and South Georgia. This journey is for anyone who appreciates a wide variety of landscapes, unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities and a healthy mix of historic landing sites.
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Falkland Islands for foodies
What is there to eat in the Falklands? Plenty! Falkland Islanders are proud of their hearty home-cooked food and delicious desserts. Wherever you visit, you will not go hungry.
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The Falklands Experience 2014
Travel around the Falkland Islands and discover outstanding wildlife, unique landscapes and a wealth of outdoor activities. Share our Falklands Experience
A film by Oly Dempster. Shot by Duncan Lees.
Additional photography by Rob Wilkinson, Georgina White & Jessica Winter.
In collaboration with the Falkland Islands Government
Falkland Islands 2014
A video memory of our visit to Stanley on Falkland Islands in March 2014. We enjoyed our visit on a very windy and wet day which did not help with photography.
SOUTH AMERICA 2014-FALKLAND ISLANDS
WE ARE ADVENTURERS, BUSINESSPERSONS, VIDEOGRAPHERS,
PHOTOGRAPHERS, TRAVELLERS WHO ENJOYS VISITING EXOTIC PLACES, LOVE MUSIC, PROUD OWNER OF A SWIMMING POOL, BMW Z 4, SPEED BOAT AND DRIVE A MERCEDES BENZ, IPODS, IPADS WITH OVER 3,000 SONGS, MANY ARE DEUTSCHE SCHLAGIER, MEXICAN, POLISH MUSIC.
Falkland Islands October 2014
A 12 minute video about my trip to the Falkland Islands October 2014. Visiting Bleaker Island, Sea Lion Island, Saunders Island, Carcass Island and Volunteer Point.
WORK // Falkland Islands. May 2014
Welcome to the Falkland Islands
This short film gives a glimpse into the many experiences on offer in the Falkland Islands. From the dramatic landscapes to incredible wildlife and the warm hospitality of the locals. A must-see destination.
The Falklands Experience - Andy
When he takes time out from his job as Executive Secretary for the Falklands Islands Fishing Companies Association, Andy Pollard is a keen photgrapher, and has captured stunning images of the Falkland Islands, showcasing the wildlife and landscapes at their very best.
Andy is also one of 27 photographers whose work will be displayed at the Mall Gallery, London 20th-27th July 2014 in the We Are Falklands photo exhibition.
Film by Oly Dempster
Shot by Duncan Lees & Oly Dempster
Photos by Andy Pollard
Commissioned by the Falkland Islands Government
In the Falkland Islands
My third visit to the Falkland Islands falls on the 30th anniversary year of the short-yet-never-forgotten Falklands War of 1982. A tiny windswept archipelago in the South Atlantic, I am always struck by the austerity and remoteness of this forlorn corner of the globe. These were my thoughts as I stopped here on my way from Cape to Cape.
Falkland Islands Landscapes
The Falkland Islands has many dramatic vistas making it a photographers paradise.
Falkland Islands & Ascension - a visual diary
This is a compilation of film footage and photography that I collected during the 2 months that I spent in the Falkland Islands on my medical elective, and the 3 days I spent on Ascension on the return journey. Film includes footage of Stanley and surrounding areas, camp, FIGAS flights, lamb marking and sheep sheering, and of course the stunning wildlife from Volunteer Point and Kidney, Carcass and Saunders Islands. The film also includes some of sites and views from Ascension Island.
Ocean Giants of the Falkland Islands
Seals and sea lions are found in many locations Around the Falkland Islands. Floating in the shallows, basking in the sun, lazily flipping sand, nuzzling young, there is always something to observe. Sea Lion Island has the added chance of spotting an orca (killer whale) on the hunt for the next meal!
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Falkland Islands Holidays
We are the longest established tour operator in the Islands offering bespoke tours since 1989. We have the experience to ensure you enjoy your most memorable holiday yet! The Falkland Islands -- a collection of more than 740 islands of various sizes surrounding the two main East Falkland and West Falkland Islands -- a magnificent place to explore.
Bleaker Island - Falkland Islands
Visiting Rockhopper penguin colonies on Bleaker Island, south of East Falkland, during A&K Le Boreal Antarctica cruise trip in January 2014.
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