Travel by Road

The two main islands of the archipelago, East Falkland and West Falkland, have comprehensive road networks linking main settlements and visitor attractions. This is usually the easiest and cheapest way to travel and provides beautiful views from the high points, along with attractive inland and coastal scenery. Some roads pass directly through the spectacular stone runs.

A few remote destinations, such as the magnificent king penguin colony at Volunteer Point, require overland travel. Local drivers are skilled at negotiating the sometimes difficult terrain, and this ‘off-roading’ is part of the fun of an excursion. Occasional ‘boggings’ cause much merriment for onlookers as a vehicle is towed out from a sinking in the ground!

Experienced guides offer tours and transfers by request, with a selection of popular destinations including wildlife colonies, battlefields and other places of interest. These are available to all visitors; most cruise vessels have many choices on offer which are best booked before stepping ashore. 

Taxis offer services around Stanley and between Stanley and Mount Pleasant. Examples include Letty Taxis and Stanley Cabs.

Hire vehicles are available for self-drive but usually cannot be taken off-road. With the exception of a long tarmac section of the Stanley-Mount Pleasant Road, surfaces are gravel or clay which means extra care is needed for those unused to this type of driving. The ability to change a wheel is useful. There are no vehicle recovery services in the Islands though car hire companies will advise of actions to be taken if help is needed. Most Islanders will stop to offer assistance if they spot a vehicle in difficulty.  Contact Moody Enterprises Vehicle Hire for more information.