| West Point Island | |
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Location  | |
| State | UK |
|---|---|
| Region | Falkland Islands |
| Surface | 12.55 km² |
West Point Island (Isla Remolinos in Spanish) is one of the islands belonging to Falkland Islands.
To know
Geographical notes
West Point Island is located off the northwest tip of West Falkland, separated from it by the Gut Wooly Channel, named after a strong westerly wind. It is located southeast of the Jason Islands.
The island's terrain is hilly with cliffs overhanging the sea (up to 350m high) which provide an excellent habitat for black-browed albatrosses and rockhopper penguins.
Background
As in many locations around the Falkland Islands, in the early 19th century, West Point was a popular site for slaughtering seals and penguins for oil extraction. The island was founded as a farm in 1860 by the Napier family.
Territories and tourist destinations
West Point Island: full screen map.How to get
By plane
There is a runway that can be used by FIGAS aircraft, even if the airstrips on the other islands are not as well maintained and therefore in reality it is not used frequently.
West Point Island is frequented by cruise ships that allow their passengers to stop for day trips.
How to get around
The large colony of local fauna located on the western side of the island can be reached from the settlement with a quick off-road trip, or via a pleasant 30-minute walk.
What see
Events and parties
What to do
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Where stay
Safety
How to keep in touch
Around
Other projects
Commons contains images or other files on West Point Island
