Weddell Island
Weddell Island
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ScottPortelliPhotography
Sydney, Australia21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
This is one of the largest islands in the Falklands and has such diverse landscapes that every part of the island looks different. A gentoo colony that nests close to the settlement makes a daily walk to the colony a regular part of your routine when staying on the Island.

As always, the hospitality in the Falklands is always welcoming and Weddell is no exception. As we step out of the plane we are welcomed by Elaine and Robert who manage the settlement and who have spent many years over on Bleaker Island managing the settlement, so it was great to see some familiar faces.

At one end of the island pristine beaches line the coast and as we drove along the shore both Peales and Commerson dolphins emerge as they cruise along the shallow waters and along the kelp in search of small fish and other prey.

Sealions hide in the tussock grass but you can hear the groaning and deep roar of these large sealions which are aptly named, as they resemble an African lion with their size, mane and loan roar. Cormorants are up on high, perched in the sheer cliff faces along the rugged coastline and nest on these steep ledges which barely have room for a small chick, let alone a colony of Rock and imperial cormorants. But they seem to make it work, these birds are so resilient.

One of the few remaining islands that still have the presence of Patagonian foxes.
Written 27 December 2019
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Sonia R
Orkney6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2019
Self catering accomodation was very high standard and we enjoyed a meal at The Lodge. It was an easy walk to see the penguins. Climbing the mountain was a highlight, with a chance to sign a visitors book at the cairn at the top. Take a small memento from home to leave with the book. The flight out was a fantastic part of the experience, especially seeing whales from the window of the plane.
Written 27 February 2019
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sophia27
Colchester, UK862 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2018 • Couples
We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay here in one of the stand-alone cottages near the main lodge which we had to ourselves. Two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, and a washing machine you can use. tea/coffee, bread, jams, cheese, biscuits all provided for snacking. The couple managing the lodge (doing so as an interim) were amazing, so helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Great homemade cake and cookies. Well cooked very large meals. Our itinerary said we would have an introductory tour but we were taken on a full day trip and a half-day trip allowing us to get a real feel or the large island. Penguins also accessible a short walk from the lodge. Really interesting to see the sheep farm at work. I loved the visit, a highlight of our 3 week holidays. Thanks guys for a memorable trip.
Written 16 February 2018
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Simon
Mountain View, CA3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2017 • Friends
3 visitors on a 98 sq mile Island staying with Jane & Martin Beaton with about 5,000 sheep, 42,000 penguins, dolphins, sea lions, foxes and a reindeer. Who would have thought Martin would have cooked a meal that rates as one of the best I have ever tasted - OMG!
Written 8 January 2017
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