The Falkland Islands have long fascinated visitors from around the world. The islands, over 700 of them, have excellent sea trout fishing, rich and varied wildlife and friendly welcoming people.  

The climate is similar to that of Great Britain, though slightly warmer in the winter (May to September), slightly cooler in the Summer (November to March) and wind speeds tend to be higher. Rainfall averages between 14-25 inches a year. The rivers tend to be slow flowing, meandering, quite shallow and of spate style.  

Many rivers run through peat catchment and are tea coloured. Fish average 3-8 lbs although 9-10 lb fish are not unusual, with the record over 22 lbs.  

Chartres is highly productive and many people’s favourite Falklands river. While large sea trout may occasionally be caught, it is known chiefly for numbers of 3-6 lb fish and for its consistency with catches of ten fish or more. Smaller than the Warrah, it rises in the south-western foothills of the Hornby Mountains and flows for 15 miles before running into the sea at Christmas Harbour.  

ESTUARIES

Excellent fishing can be found near the lodge at Port Howard, at Culverts Pool and in Boundary Creek. Tidal areas within easy reach of Stanley also offer good sport. Should river conditions be less than favourable, estuary fishing for sea trout is a good alternative, with the opportunity to catch mullet.  

Murrell has excellent sea trout fishing in the river and estuary. It is seven miles long and rises on the eastern slopes of Mount Vernet, flowing eastwards into a four mile long estuary north of Stanley.  

San Carlos is wide and meandering, up to 40 yards across, with several miles of good fishing water. It rises between Wickham Heights and White Mountain and flows into the Falkland Sound through a long estuary and Port San Carlos. It is an easy drive from Stanley.  

Warrah rises in the foothills of Mount Robinson and Muffler Jack Mountain at the northern end of West Falkland. It is about 20 miles long and offers splendid sport, with a reputation for the size of its fish rather than vast numbers.  

Frying Pan is located on the Mount Pleasant to Stanley road and is much wider. Bank access is easy though waders are useful. 

Swan Inlet is situated on the Mount Pleasant to Darwin road. Good fishing is available below the bridge with easy access on foot. The estuary is shallow and fishing on a rising tide is both safe and productive.  

WILDLIFE

Wildlife in the Falklands is simply fantastic and it is worth combining your fishing holiday with some wildlife watching. Whether you are a keen ornithologist or not, you will find the bird-life fascinating - especially as they are so easy to observe. Some are extremely rare, such as the flightless steamer duck and the striated caracara. However, the huge numbers of other species surprise visitors, in places there are simply thousands of rockhopper penguins.  

For full descriptions of the islands see our sister brand Windows on the Wild's website HERE

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