Wilderness and Nature Tours - Iberian Lynx Land

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Jose Luis Sanchez – Iberian Lynx Land – Southern Spain Wilderness Tour – Blue Sky Wildlife

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Iberian Lynx Land is a young Spanish nature tourism company grown out of driving enthusiasm and solid local knowledge. We are based in the province of Jaen in the north of Andalusia- the greenest of Spain’s provinces with a third of its territory designated as protected natural space, and rightfully regarded as the unsung hero of Spanish nature. A mixed blessing which allows a real wilderness experience in what is arguably the region with the greatest wealth of flora and fauna in the whole Iberian Peninsula, and by consequence, the whole of Europe.

Iberian Lynx Land team is formed by our highly skilled wildlife guides, led by Jose Luis Sanchez, the chief guide. The native of this part of Spain, Jose Luis’s knowledge of the area is unmatched. The coupling of a life-long enthusiasm for nature and extensive fieldwork as a government biologist throughout the region bring an acute perception and a keen eye to the natural environment of the area.

We offer birding day trips, wildlife tours, tailor-made nature tours and tours for wildlife photographers too. For this, we provide good photography hides for raptors and other animals in some of the best natural areas. Jose Luis Ojeda is a well-known Spanish nature photographer and managing partner at Iberian Lynx Land. He will advise you in all of the things related to wildlife photography.

In short, a quality, life experience is what Iberian Lynx Land offers its customers. We carefully select accommodation in the right places with the right ‘feel’ – charm, comfort, friendliness and regional home-cooking as standard. Together with great guiding, our aim is to offer truly memorable times in Europe’s best birding country- Spain.

Tours:

Spain 11 Days

Starting From EUR 2,390 / per person

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Wildlife:

Iberian Lynx

The world most endangered cat. This is one of the four species of Lynx in the world and it is an exclusive species to the Iberian Peninsula. Around 350 Iberian Lynx left in the wild, and the best population is to be found in Sierras de Andujar Natural Park.

Spanish Ibex

This wild goat is an endemic species to the Iberian Peninsula. Andalusia is home to one of the largest populations in Spain, and the province of Jaen is one of the best areas to spot these magnificent rock climbers

Spanish Imperial Eagle

This is one of the “Highlights” of Iberian Lynx Land Tours. It is an endemic species to the Iberian Peninsula, and one of the world most endangered eagle species.

Bonelli’s Eagle

This resident large bird of prey is an agile and mostly silent hunter hat tends to live in warm, mountainous regions. An increase in adult mortality rate seems to be the main cause of population decline in southern Spain, which is one of the last strongholds in Europe. The most serious threat is electrocution or collision with power lines.

Lammergeier

One of the largest raptors in the world. It is known as the Bearded Vulture, and more colloquially as the Bone-breaker, because of its technique of carrying the bones of dead animals high into the skies and then dropping them onto the rocks below, breaking them into edible sizes.

Iberian Magpie

This magpie is endemic to the Iberian Peninsula. They live in small flocks or family groups. Very common in some areas but that does not make it any less colourful and elegant bird.

Black Vulture

The largest bird in Spain and one of the largest raptor in the world, second only to the Andean Condor.

European Bee-eater

This is one of the most incredibly colorful Spring visitors with an unmistakable appearance. With a long slim curved bill and a long tail with distinctive tail-streamers. Acrobatic flying in the Andalusian skies.

European Roller

This is the only member of the roller family of birds to breed in Europe. Its colour is blue and reddish brown, being one of the most beautiful birds that you can see in Andalusia.

Montagu’s Harrier

This migratory bird is an elegant bird of prey that inhabits the open fields and steppe areas. It breeds mainly in cornfields and open grassland, and feeds on a large variety of rodents, which give an idea about the beneficial role it plays in agriculture.

Conservation:

Along with Responsible Nature Tourism, Iberian Lynx Land’s pivotal values include Education and Conservation activities and programmes, and we take an active role in improving the fundamental principles in striking the balance between intense agriculture activity, as is the case in Northern Andalusia, and the need for sustainable development and conservation.

On the other hand, a share of Iberian Lynx Land profits goes to the conservation of the Iberian Lynx. They work and collaborate with the landowners of the estates where this critically endangered feline lives, improving the habitat or increasing the populations of its main prey – rabbit, building rabbit warrens and releasing rabbits in areas with a low density of them.

And not only in Spain, but we are also actually developing a project to help through Nature Tours in the conservation of the Andean Condor in Ecuador.

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100% Perfect Hosts, Guides and Experience

Iberian Lynx Tour

Scott Latham22 Nov 2018

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Jose Luis, Miguel, and all associated with Iberian Lynx Land including hotel staff and local friends should be amazingly proud of how they guided our tour this last week. I entrusted their expertise to guide my self and a group of 6 clients in search of the worlds most elusive cat.. The Iberian Lynx! And they did not disappoint with 3 different individual seen throughout our safari. Not just the Lynx but the conservation efforts behind the species, the history, the now and the future these guys really were hands on. A TRUE eco-tourism company. The whole group were very impressed with the knowledge of the local biodiversity and history of the landscapes. Which allowed us to see not just the Lynx but also a huge array of Spanish wildlife including several vultures, woodland birdlife, flora and close up views of the magnificent Spanish Imperial Eagle!!! In Jose, I formed a grand friendship and professional relationship which will last a lifetime. Thank you for everything, even when I was so seriously ill during much of the trip, you guys did everything to make me well again, and keep my fighting on. I can not thank you enough. See you again very soon...

Finding Lynx

Iberian Lynx Tour

Richard and Cristina Nurse17 May 2017

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This tour was excellent in so many ways,Jose was a superb guide not only finding us 3 Lynx to view but so many other mammals including Red and Fallow Deer,otter,3 species of bats,a snake and over 50 species of birds in just 2 days. The accommodation at La Caracola hotel was also excellent with a pool and they provided electric hook up for our camper van The whole trip was well worth the cost and would highly recommend it to anyone oterested in wildlife

Absolutely amazing experience and an even better guide!

Lammergeier Tour

Romesh Wijesiri1 Nov 2017

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Absolutely loved every bit of my stay in Andujar. Jose went out of his way to ensure that I had the best experience and he treated me like an old friend rather than a client. Having worked in conservation of biodiversity prior to this, Jose had extensive knowledge about the local wildlife, and the ride to and from the airport was filled with enlightening discussions about the conservation efforts and issues in the region. What's even more remarkable were his spotting skills; identifying animals so far away that they looked just like dots to me. The most exciting of sightings was a mother lynx with a cub on our very first trip to the park! Would definitely recommend his services for anyone interested in getting the best out of wildlife in Andujar.

Cazorla and Magina National Parks

Iberian lynx and Conservation

John and Charmaine Lomas4 May 2017

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Spent two full days in each park with Jose Luis after spending time last year in Andujar with him looking successfully for Iberian Lynx. Jose suggested that we should base ourselves in Ubeda and visit the parks. Again it was a superb trip made so by the knowledge and commitment of Jose.

Wonderful day Lynx and wildlife in glorious countryside

Iberian lynx and Conservation

Christine Stockton21 Apr 2017

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We travelled around Andujar Natural Park and Jose Luis spotted a male Lynx. We watched it and it watched us for over an hour. Plus golden and pair of imperial eagles, cuckoos, Orioles,

Best Wildlife Trips Ever

Sierra Magina Golden Eagle Tour

Mark Green24 Apr 2017

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On 24th and 25th April, we enjoyed the best two wildlife excursions we have ever had. From Ubeda, Jose Luis Sanchez of Iberian Lynx Land, took us to the Sierra Andujar and Sierra Magina Natural Parks in his four wheel drive vehicle for some magical encounters with a range of animals. Jose found lynx, otter, red deer, ibex, several species of bat and a huge range of birds, many of which were "firsts" for me. Jose has a tremendous knowledge of the natural landscape surrounding Ubeda and is passionate about its wildlife. He is also an expert tracker (I cannot imagine one better) and does not like to be beaten when it comes to searching for specific species. In the Sierra Andujar, he was constantly looking for signs of lynx and when he spotted one, he had it in the scope in seconds, giving us a beautiful view view of a male lynx. When the animal moved out of sight, Jose Luis was able to follow its progress from the alarm calls of magpies until he spotted it again, on the other side of the track, where it was joined by a female. We watched them lying under some holm oaks for some time. A wonderful experience. Jose showed us Golden Eagle, Spanish Imperial Eagle and Bonelli's Eagle among a bird list too numerous to mention. He also provided a picnic on each day, one of which was laid out in a glorious position in view of a Bonelli's Eagle nest site. In the Sierra Magina, I asked Jose if we could see orchids and within 30 minutes we had visited two sites and I had photographed five species of orchid. We came away with beautiful pictures and memories of all the wildlife seen. Jose offers every help to clients. He booked our hotel for us and gave lots of general advice on sights to see in and around Ubeda. We would give him and Iberian Lynx Land the highest recommendation.

Cazorla National Park

Sierra Magina Golden Eagle Tour

Nigel Meyrick31 Jul 2017

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We had a full day tour in the National Park with our guide Tomas, he was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna within the Park. The whole experience was one of the best we have had. The animals we sighted were, Fallow Deer, Foxes, Squirrels, Andalucian Ibex, Griffin Vulture, Motagu's Harrier, Golden Eagle, Hoopoe. The best park of the trip was the Griffin Vultures nesting site. The birds came within 5 metres of us, awe inspiring. I would recommend the Safari to anyone, it is different to anything we have done before, but well worth it. A special thanks to Tomas.

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