Extremadura Bird Watching Trip, Spain

Birding Trips throughout Extremadura

Private full-day Extremadura Bird Watching Trips are relaxing paced trips that are provided (subject to availability) to help those who are doing their own thing get the best of their birdwatching holidays in Extremadura.

Extremadura is quite simply one of the best birding destinations in Europe and is especially rewarding any time from late autumn to early summer. High summer has its own attractions for those particularly interested in butterflies and dragonflies. There is plenty of space in this area of Spain for nature, thanks to its low human population density and largely traditional farming practices.

There is a surprising diversity of landscapes, each with its own distinct bird communities. Extremadura is renowned for the birds of prey, with no fewer than 23 breeding species, including the highest densities in the world of Black Vulture.

Let Martin Kelsey take you out at the start of your visit to help you get a feel of the place, or perhaps towards the end to look for species that you may have missed. Whilst finding birds for yourself is always special, why not complement your trip with a guided day out or two? Local guides know the birds in the area better than anyone, where they can be found, how they behave, how to get the best views, and the best chances for photography. Just relax and let the local guide do the work for you.

The quoted price is for two people and includes a guided birding trip throughout Extremadura for the whole day as well as a picnic lunch. Please contact us for the price for a single person or for groups of three or four people. We do not mix people up and bookings are on a first-come, first-served basis. Simply let us know what species you what to focus on and we will develop a proposal for the day to meet your requirements!

Extremadura Bird Watching Trip highlights include:

The spectacle of thousands of wintering Common Crane, an audio-visual feast
The open plains surging with life: displaying Great Bustards, lark song from every direction, eagles soaring overhead
The colour fest of European Bee-eaters and Rollers, an impressive roll-call of classic Mediterranean birds
Three species of vulture and five species of eagle all possible in a day in spring in Monfragüe National Park
Herons and egrets, Purple Swamphens and Savi's Warblers, along with Black-winged Kite make for another very special day out

If you don't want to confine yourself to just one day's birding trip this holiday, have a look at the Spring Birding Extremadura Tour, Spain.

Please note: now taking bookings for select dates in 2022 and also 2023

Birding Extremadura is registered by the Government of Extremadura OA-CC-00052 and is a proud member of the Birding in Extremadura Product Club.

Sharing our passion for nature in Extremadura since 2005

Alternative Tour Name: Private Birding Trips in Extremadura

Day 1

Morning Session

Our itinerary will be based on your requests regarding species that you would like to see. Typically we might spend the morning on the plains nearby which will give us the chance to see some of the most emblematic species of the region, such as bustards and sandgrouse, with several species of birds of prey likely.

Day 2

Lunch

Birding Extremadura will provide a full picnic lunch based on local products located at a spot with an amazing view and a constant welcome distraction of passing birds of prey.

Day 3

Afternoon Session

Depending on the season and your priorities, we could spend the afternoon in the spectacular Monfragüe National Park, watching vultures returning to their roosting cliffs, alongside a host of rock-loving species. In the winter we could spend a few hours on the main feeding areas for the large number of Common Crane, with attractive species such as Bluethroat present.

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Why book with Birding Extremadura?

Martin Kelsey has been running customised birding and nature tours in Extremadura since 2005, with over 120 to date and is one of the region's most experienced professional guides. Extremadura is one of Europe’s top birding and nature-watching destinations. He has also partnered with acclaimed broadcasters and writers, Mark Cocker and David Lindo, offering group holidays with a difference.

Accommodation

We can offer accommodation at our house, which has six guest rooms with either double or twin beds. All rooms have en suite bathrooms. Contact us for availability and prices. Our evening meals (three-course dinners with local wine) are based on locally-sourced products as far as possible. including our own olive oil and organic vegetables. We will check with you for any dietary restrictions etc. Most of the energy used at home comes from our solar panels.

Transport

Transport is by a vehicle suitable for the size of the group. Walks are short and easy.

Price

A full day’s guided birding will be price 180 Euros for two people. Please contact us for the price for a single person tour, for more than two people or for half-day excursions. Price includes a picnic lunch, transport, guide fees and taxes.

Do you need a minimum fitness level for this trip?

No, Extremadura is a highly accessible region and because the trip is customised and exclusive, it can be tailor-made to suit your mobility. We have two ground-floor bedrooms for easier access, one of which is wheelchair-friendly.

What is the level of WiFi access?

At the house, we have good WiFi access throughout. There is good mobile phone connectivity in almost all places that we will visit.

How do I book and pay for this excursion?

Send in an enquiry to check availability with Martin. Depending on how many there are in your group (minumim of one person, maximum of four), he will advise you of the price. Payment can be made on the day of the excursion directly.