Alentejo

The Alentejo, one of Portugal's most beautiful regions, is a bird watcher's paradise with its unspoiled beaches and nature. A clear landscape, great visibility, all the ingredients are present for a perfect bird observation in this stunning region of Portugal. The best places for bird watching in this region include Castro Verde, Mértola, Sado Estuary, and Guadiana Valley.

The Alentejo's diverse habitats provide a never-ending spectacle for bird watchers. Popular ornithological destinations include the protected Castro Verde, which is home to Europe's largest flying bird, the great bustard. Many raptors (including the massive black vulture) patrol the vast open landscape, which is smothered in wildflowers in spring. The Vale do Guadiana Natural Park around Mértola is hot and dry to the east, providing a haven for rare golden eagles and eagle owls. Over 250 species can be found on the Sado estuary all year. And the lagoons of Santo André and da Sancha are highly regarded reserves, with spectacular birdlife in spectacular wetland settings.

Alentejo Birdwatching provides guided bird tours, trips, and lodging in Portugal's Alentejo region. Birdwatching Alentejo combines 6 different biotopes into a single birding vacation. They have steppes, a beach, lagoons, forests, cliffs, and an estuary all within a one-hour drive. This ensures a large number and variety of birds.

Location: Portugal