The outer islands refer to those islands other the East and West Falkland. There are over 200 of these smaller islands although most are uninhabited. The main draw to these areas is the wildlife viewing. Organized tours take visitors on guided trips to some of these islands.
Carcass Island is owned by a husband and wife team who operate two cottages for visitors. It is possible to see shoreline birds, penguins and seals around the island, as well as a colony of night herons in the settlement itself.
The Jason Islands, which consist of Grand Jason, Steeple Jason, Elephant Jason, Flat Jason and South Jason, are some of the most remote areas in the Falkland Islands. Located in the far northwest of the archipelago the islands are not serviced by airplanes ferries.
Rich in marine wildlife and bird life, the area is known for rockhopper penguins and black-browed albatross, and is also home to the striated cara cara, one of the world's rarest birds of prey.
New Island is located on the western side of the Falklands. The main attractions on the island are the rockhopper penguins and black-browed albatross. Also of interest is the wreck of Protector II, a former seal hunting boat.
Pebble Island is a sheep farming island. The western half of the island is mountainous while the eastern portion consists of grassy planes.
Most visitors make a stop on the island to see the wildlife. The island is one of the only places in the Falklands where all six varieties of penguins have been seen. Silvery and White-tufted Grebes, Black-necked Swan, Silver Teal, Yellow-billed Pintail and Chiloe Wigeon are some of the other attractions.
Sea Lion Island is the southern most inhabited island in the Falklands, and home to a permanent population of less than ten. Visitors are primarily drawn to the island for the abundant wildlife. Elephant seals, sea lions, four varieties of penguins, and shore and sea birds inhabit the area. Orcas can also often be seen offshore.
Northwest of Carcass Island, Westpoint Island is known primarily for its large numbers of black-browed albatross and rockhopper penguins, as well as Magellanic penguins and striated cara cara.
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