Gypsy Cove is a beautiful place located just 4 miles from Stanley and as such, it is the most accessible wildlife site from the city. It is part of the Cape Pembroke peninsula which is a National Nature Reserve. The cove is known for its stunning white sand beach and sheltered bay, making it a great place to visit.
One of the main attractions at Gypsy Cove is the colony of Magellanic penguins, also known as Jackass because of their braying sounds, breed here, nesting underground in burrows.
There are more than just penguins to see here, some of the other birdlife that you may sight whilst visiting Gypsy Cove includes black-crowned night-herons, oystercatchers, long-tailed meadowlark, two-banded plovers, Falklands flightless steamer duck, upland and kelp geese. Sometimes you may even get to see some Sea lions as they occasionally visit.
In addition to the wildlife, there are historical remnants from World War II, including old gun emplacements at nearby Ordinance Point.
You can always make the most of our Hop On Hop Off service to pay a visit to Gypsy Cove and enjoy the stunning views and wildlife.