
🌎 Falkland Islands 🇫🇰
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📍 Carcass Island
✈️ Mount Pleasant Airport (MPN)
🚗 212.8 KM
⏱️ 7 hours, 21 minutes
Carcass Island, a pristine ecological haven in the Falkland Islands, offers an unparalleled remote wildlife experience, boasting abundant penguins, seals, and diverse birdlife in a rat-free environment. Accessibility is primarily via FIGAS flights from Stanley, often involving small aircraft, or by boat for cruise excursions; once on the island, gentle terrain makes it easily walkable. While solo visits are possible by arranging flights and accommodation at the island's settlement, many opt for guided tours as part of broader Falklands itineraries. The best time to visit is during the austral summer (October to March/April) when wildlife is most active and weather is milder, with limited services outside this period. Costs are relatively high due to remoteness, with flights and full-board accommodation easily totaling £1000+ for a multi-day stay, while cruise day trips are bundled. A typical visit duration ranges from a few hours for cruise passengers to an ideal 2-3 nights for land-based visitors to fully explore. Other insights include its eco-friendly operation, the need for layered and waterproof clothing, and exceptional photography opportunities for nature enthusiasts.