We offer guided off-road tours in 4x4 vehicles. Your driver/guide will provide information and interpretation to help you get the most from your visit to Pebble Island. The following tours are available:

WEST END TOUR:

This covers the elongated, more rugged part of the island to the west of the settlement, where a mixture of fine scenery, nature and war history can be enjoyed. The basic highlights are……

• The Memorial for HMS Coventry, located on the eastern shoulder of First Mountain. This peaceful spot offers superb views and a variety of interesting Falkland flora.

• A large colony of Gentoo penguins near Middle Mountain. This unusual colony is located a long way from the sea in a rugged moorland area.

• The pristine sand beaches of Green Rincon, where Gentoo and Magellanic penguins, Giant Petrels and sometimes Commerson's Dolphins are to be seen. These beaches are also home to a variety of shore birds.

• A drive through the scenic area at the western end of the island, known simply as "Marble". Fine views can be had of the West Falkland mainland and neighbouring Kepple and Saunders islands. The attractive Falkland pebbles that give Pebble Island its name are found on beaches in this area. But visitors should note that they are becoming quite rare and collection is not allowed. Polished pebbles can be purchased from recognised outlets including Pebble Island Lodge.

• A Memorial for five Argentine airmen who died during the 1982 conflict when their photo reconnaissance Learjet was shot down and crashed on Pebble Island.

• A large colony of Rockhopper penguins located near Marble Mountain. Occasionally one or two Macaroni penguins can be found in this colony.

• An overview of the British Special Forces raid against Pebble Island airstrip in 1982. The wreckage of an Argentine aircraft can still be seen, and a small cairn commemorates the event.

COST: £ 60.00 GBP per person. Duration: 6 - 8 hours, depending on weather and specific interests.

EAST END TOUR:

This covers the low-level wetland part of the island to the east of the settlement, and is very much a wildlife extravaganza. The basic highlights are:

• A drive along Elephant Beach, the longest sand beach in the Falklands. Steamer ducks, Oystercatchers, Kelp geese and gulls forage in the inter-tidal zone. Commerson's dolphins can sometimes be seen offshore.

• A large colony of Imperial shags, located on the dramatic cliff-top of Cape Evans. Rockhopper penguins can also be found in the colony, on which Falkland skuas, Dolphin gulls and Turkey vultures are constantly preying for their next meal.

• A visit to the Penguin Coast one of the highest concentrations of Magellanic penguins in the Falklands.

• A large Gentoo penguin colony on Tamar Point, close to the eastern end of the Island.

• The rugged cliffs of Cape Tamar, where South American sea lions sometimes haul out on the rocks to rest. This is also a good place to observe Turkey vultures and look out for birds of prey, as well as watch for seabird activity offshore.

• A drive through one of the most important wetland regions in the Falklands, stopping to observe Black-necked swans, grebes, rare ducks and geese on the ponds.

COST : £ 60.00 GBP per person. Duration: 5 – 8 hours, depending on weather and specific interests.

Additional: A drop-off service is available for those who prefer to be independent. Please ask about availability and rates.