8 Hours
Daily Tour
8 people
English, Français, Portuguese, Spanish
Would you like to explore the captivating Vale do Guadiana Nature Park and the expansive Alentejo plains? 🌳🌾 This region is a true haven for birdwatching enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of landscapes and habitats that are home to an incredible variety of bird species. 🦅
The Guadiana River 🌊, a vital part of the landscape, shapes the history and culture of the region. Its high rocky cliffs 🏞️ provide nesting grounds for many fascinating birds, including the iconic Spanish Eagle (Aquila adalberti). In this full-day adventure, we will guide you through the stunning Guadiana River, Cork and Holm oak forests, Cistus scrublands, and the vast undulating plains of this unique territory. 🌿🌄
The Vale do Guadiana and the surrounding Alentejo plains offer an extraordinary variety of bird species, depending on the season. Some of the birds you may encounter include:
Eagles and Raptors 🦅 – Golden Eagle, Spanish Eagle, Bonelli’s Eagle, Griffon Vulture, and Black Vulture
Bustards and Cranes 🦤 – Great Bustard, Little Bustard, and Crane
Waders and Songbirds 🎶 – Hoopoe, Black-winged Kite, Montagu’s Harrier, Cetti’s Warbler, Bee-eater, and Golden Oriole
Owls and Nightjars 🌙 – Eagle Owl, Short-eared Owl, Scops Owl, Red-necked Nightjar
Throughout the day, we will visit various habitats that support this rich birdlife. These include rocky cliffs 🏞️, cork oak forests 🌳, undulating plains 🌾, and steppic lands 🌾 that provide the perfect environment for these incredible species.
In addition to its birdwatching appeal, the Vale do Guadiana area is rich in historical and cultural heritage. The Guadiana River has been a vital trade route since Neolithic times 🏛️, and the city of Mértola has played a significant role in the region’s history, from Phoenician and Carthaginian influences 🏺 to its importance during the Roman Empire.
The Museum of Islamic Art in Mértola offers insight into the Moorish period, while the Igreja Matriz (main church) ⛪ and the Mértola Castle 🏰 showcase the blend of architectural styles that define this historical gem.
⏳ Duration: Full Day
💰 Price: €80 per person
Join us for a full-day exploration of one of Portugal’s most stunning and ecologically significant regions 🌍. Whether you’re a passionate birdwatcher or someone interested in both nature and history, this tour offers something special for everyone.
We make it easy for you to join our birdwatching tour! Enjoy FREE pick-up between Faro and Olhão, so you can relax and focus on the experience without worrying about transportation.
✔️ Pick-up from your hotel, Airbnb, or a central meeting point
✔️ Available for both Half-Day and Full-Day Tours
✔️ Hassle-free and comfortable transfer to the Ria Formosa Nature Park
Just book your tour, and we’ll handle the rest!
Don’t forget to always check the weather for that day , before booking your ria formosa birdwatching tour in Guadiana. See all our other tours here.
We do not refund customer cancellations less than 24 hours prior to departure. For cancellations of customers with more than 24 hours before departure, we refund the amount in full.
This activity can be conditioned by the weather . We can, in case of bad weather , we cancel the trip by fully refunding the amount paid or rebooking the trip to another time.
Top Quality
The service is excellent, of the best quality in the Algarve.
Small Groups
Walk in small groups until 8 Persons
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