OVERVIEW – Birdwatching tours in Extremadura, Doñana and the Strait of Gibraltar

This tour is one of our most popular and requested birdwatching holidays, designed to enjoy the best birds, nature scenery (and cusine!) of central and southern Spain. We will start our journey in Gibraltar or Sevilla collecting our clients at their respective airports, or any other agreed collection point. We transfer immediately to Extremadura for two nights.

Extremadura is arguably one of the most important bird regions in the whole of Spain with the beautiful Mongrague National park where five species of eagles can be observed, including the iconic Spanish Imperial and Bonelli’s Eagles, as well as three of vultures. The famous ‘dehesa’ open forrest and grassy plain habitat is home to spcies on the red data list such as the Great and Little bustards. Other key species include: Black-bellied and Pin-tailed sandgrouse, Eurasian roller and many other open habitat species.

Extremadura is considered one of the prime birding locations in the Iberian peninsula, where huge rolling expanses of steppe grasslands meet vast extensions of cork oak woodland and rugged mountain landscapes, brought to line by some of the most spectacular birdlife in the whole of Europe. The area is notorious for it’s traditional agricultural techniques allowing the, birdlife to thrives in this beautiful environment. We generally use our base from Trujillo (can vary), where you shall see why this area is so impressive. Flocks of the two species of Bustards, as well as the Pin-tailed and Black-bellied Sandgrouse fly over and roam the plains with their characteristics calls, large kettles of migrating raptors is often a feature of the Extremadura skies. The diversity here has something for everyone, as we enjoy spring in the Spanish Steppes. 

Black-shouldered Kites are one of Europe’s rarest breeding raptors, and Extremadura holds a very healthy population. The majestic Spanish Imperial eagle is a frequent sight during our tours, as are the declining Bonelli’s Eagle, Lesser Kestrels, Black, Griffon and Egyptian Vultures, Booted and Short-toed Eagles, Black and Red Kites amongst others affording stunning views for observing and photography. Other large landcbirds include both Black and White Storks. Other typical and interesting species include Western Swamp-hen, Alpine Swift, Calandra Lark, Thekla’s Lark, Woodchat Shrike and Sardinian Warbler, together with the ubiquitous Hoopoes, Iberian Magpies and Great Spotted Cuckoos. Various species of heron, egrets and a variety of migrant shorebirds can also be expected. We have been successfully running tours to Extremadura for many years and we are confident you will enjoy the bird-filled tranquility of its wild and varied landscapes. You can expect well around 100-130 species. 

TOUR DATES
1 – 7 Sept
15 – 21 Sept
13 – 19 Oct
3- 9 Nov
8 – 14 Dec

Not suitable? Request your own your dates for a private tour

FEES
£1050 p/p
For private single person only tour fees:
£1500

Included
– Pick-up from Gibraltar / Malaga / Sevilla airports
– Drop-off airports (to be agreed)
– Ground transport, air-conditioned
– 6 nights B&B accommodation
– 2 nights in Extremadura,
– 2 nights in Doñana National Park
– 2 nights La Linea
– Breakfast and tapas lunches
– Welcome package (itinerary, travel info, bird checklist)
– Services of professional bilungual birding guide
– Use of KOWA telescope + KOWA eye pieces
– Basic indemnity insurance
– All taxes

Not included
– Health / travel / person insurance
– Dinner
– A la carte meals
– All other drinks (inc alcohol)
– All other items of a personal nature
– Air fare

REQUIREMENTS
Visas are not required by UK nationals. Passports must be less than 10 years old at the date of departure (from start date) and have 3 months validity beyond the return travel date. You must make arrangement for your own travel / health insurance and medications.

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