Bertha’s Beach & Beyond - Your Falklands, Your Way!
Description
Begin your adventure at the stunning Bertha’s Beach, one of the best locations on the Falklands to view penguins close up. You will experience sweeping coastal landscapes and a variety of other wildlife, with chances to spot Magellanic or King penguins as well. From there, the day is entirely yours. Whether you’d like to explore more wildlife hotspots, discover hidden beaches, or take in dramatic Falklands landscapes, we shape the experience around your interests. We finish with a relaxed and informative tour of Stanley, giving you a perfect blend of nature, scenery, and local history - all at your pace, all your way. We are proud to offer this completely private tour with our experienced and knowledgeable local guides.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Tour of the Falklands capital Stanley with time for stops along the way.
To visit a Gentoo penguin colony and long white sandy beach with the possibility of seeing other penguin species and bird life.
Finishing the trip with a tour of Stanley taking in the main landmarks of the whale bone arch, cathedral, liberation memorial, the lady Elizabeth and government house.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up from your hotel, any Vacation Home and Airbnb in Stanley if you are a land based guest. If you are visiting from a cruise ship then we will meet you at the jetty with a sign as you get off your tender. We will be there soon after first disembarkation and will look to be departed on the tour within the first two hours of disembarkation- normally between 9 and 10 am departure. This allows us to get ahead of any crowds. Get in touch directly if you have any queries.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(80)
Exzellent organisation, great guide and unforgettable experiences. Highly recommended!
We had a wonderful half day with Dan. A native Falklander, Dan was incredibly knowledgeable about his homeland, and was enthusiastic about sharing this with us. His personal experiences as a Falklander provided more color and dimension to our understanding of the Falkland Islands. Within a few minutes of meeting him, it was apparent that Dan cared deeply not just about the land and its people, but especially about the wildlife inhabiting the area. While guiding us, he also doubled as a wildlife warden, helping to manage tourist-wildlife interactions with a friendly yet serious demeanor. He also demonstrated flexibility by molding the tour to our group’s needs and interests which was very helpful for us. And he even brought tea/coffee and his mother’s Russian Square cake for us to enjoy during the tour, which helped us maintain our vigor. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would recommend a tour with Dan without hesitation.
Best experience of all we've ever seen the Penguins. It was fascinating to walk around the island by car. Beautiful landscapes. The guide who led us was quite nice explaining the history of Falklands. Ride without hurry, where the time was at our disposal. A great snack of coffee, tea, juice and a delicious cake did well for the walk, after the stop at the beach of the Penguins. Super recommend.
We are glad you had a good time and enjoyed our homemade snacks!
Walking at Bertha Beach and seeing the penguins was an unforgettable highlight of our trip. The beach is stunning, and watching the penguins in their natural habitat was fantastic. The walk itself is beautiful but it was quite windy—definitely dress warm and bring layers. Even so, the fresh coastal air and dramatic scenery only added to the experience. Everything felt well-organized, with clear efforts to protect both the penguins and their environment. Our guide was amazing- very knowledgeable and friendly. This is a truly unique experience that’s perfect for all ages. If you’re visiting Bertha Beach, don’t miss it—just come prepared for the wind and you’ll have an amazing time. Highly recommend! 🐧🌊
Thank you so much for this brilliant review - we’re really glad Bertha’s Beach left such a lasting impression. It is a fantastic place that we are aways fortunate to show you. You’re absolutely right about the wind… it does like to remind everyone who’s really in charge down there! But we’re pleased it only added to the drama and didn’t steal the show from the penguins, who clearly didn’t get the memo about dressing warmly. Great to hear the walk, wildlife, and organisation all hit the mark, and we’ll happily pass your kind words on to the guide. Thanks again for the recommendation - and yes, layers can be your best friend in the Falklands!
Fantastic Berthas Beach & Stanley Private Tour with Pete! We had an amazing day with Pete as our guide. His knowledge of the area’s history, culture and wildlife made the experience truly special. We visited Berthas Beach and saw a large colony of Gentoo Penguins—including mothers feeding their chicks. Then we went to the Gypsy Cove. On top of the hill, you can overlook the beautiful white sad beach, it is beautiful! After that, Pete took us to another beach where we spotted adorable Magellanic Penguins up close. He also brought us to a hilltop for a stunning aerial view of Stanley. We are thankful to Pete for his expertise and thoughtful guidance—and to his wife for the delicious homemade chocolate cake! We highly recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for this fantastic review - we’re absolutely delighted you had such a great day at Bertha’s Beach and around Stanley. Pete will be thrilled to hear his knowledge and guiding made the day special, and you definitely timed it perfectly with the Gentoo chicks doing their thing (always a crowd favourite). We’ll also be sure to pass on your thanks for the homemade chocolate cake to our mum (Pete's wife and expert cake maker) - it’s clearly becoming as memorable as the penguins! Thanks again for the recommendation, and we’re so glad the tour was a highlight of your visit.
Best 4wheel experience to see elephants seals and penguins. Kyle was a safe and experienced native of the Faulkland Islands. Our 2 nd trip.
Thanks for the kind words Tracy and Michelle! I really enjoyed having you both back in the Falklands and can't wait for your visit again in the future!
Nadia excellent passionate guide of her work. The delicious snack! And an amazing experience!! And if you share with me the recipe of the delicious bread that we were given in snacks I would attack my Mail is anamijares29@gmail.com. Thank you!!
Tony was very good, knowledgeable and passionate about wildlife as well as conscientious about respecting the penguins and their environment as we viewed them. We saw a colony of Gentoo Penguins as well as as a few Megwllanic Penguins on Berthas Beach.
This tour company caters to each tourists wishes. It is 1 guide and you. That's it! The family who runs the tours are longtime residents of the Faulkland Islands therefore providing detailed and personal information. It is the BEST tour we have ever been on in ANY country!! They communicate well, invite all questions and engage as though they've know you for years. We hope to be back to the Faulklands and will ONLY use Faulkland Outdoor!
We really enjoyed our time in Stanley. As cruisers, we only had a short day to take in the sights, and of course, we wanted penguins! Fran was an excellent driver and took us right to the nearest rookery and beach where Gentoo penguins played in the surf. Once back in town, we had enough time to enjoy a couple IPA’s at Falkland Beerworks, visit the museum and historic churches on the main road from the pier and of course, a little bit of shopping. Thanks to Kyle & Fran for being super organized, communicating well, and for giving our group a great experience!
