Guided birdwatching tour in the El Oso Lagoons
Highlights
- Spend a morning watching cranes, birds of prey and water birds in a unique wetland.
- Enjoy up to 4 hours of hiking through lagoons, observatories and lively landscapes.
- See incredible species while learning about their environment and behaviour.
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Full description
Did you know that more than 3, 000 cranes can gather in the Lagunas de El Oso on a single winter day?
In this experience of up to 4 hours you will see why this place is one of the most amazing wetlands in Ávila. You will circle the lagoon, visit observatories and watch cranes, birds of prey, waterfowl and steppe birds in an environment that changes with every flap of wings.
What we will do
We will meet 10 minutes before the agreed time at the meeting point in the municipality of El Oso, in La Moraña, from where we will head towards the Lagunas de El Oso, one of the most important ornithological sites in Ávila and a real refuge for waterfowl, birds of prey, steppe and wintering birds.
On arrival, we will start a guided tour around the lagoon, a quiet route designed to observe the biodiversity that inhabits this unique ecosystem. With the help of binoculars and a telescope, we will try to identify species such as the imperial eagle, black and griffon vultures, red kites, harriers, great bustards, great whitethroats, lapwings, kestrels and many other birds that use this area as a breeding, wintering or resting area during their migrations.
During the route we will also visit several observatories strategically located to enjoy the birds comfortably and without disturbing them, learning to recognise behaviour, silhouettes, traces and particularities of this habitat.
After the route, we will go to the Interpretation Centre of the Lagunas de la Moraña, where we will discover more about the region, its natural history and the ecological importance of these lagoons. We will even be able to operate the surveillance cameras installed in the lagoon to see the birds that are there at that moment live and up close.
We will finish the activity after approximately 4 hours of observation, interpretation and nature in one of the most valuable wetlands of Castilla y León.
Who it is aimed at
This experience is suitable for everyone.
Ideal for both beginners and experienced birders.
Suitable for children over 8 years old. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The activity is not suitable for people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users.
Other information
The activity is available all year round in the mornings.
Groups are limited to a maximum of 10 people.
Parking is available at the meeting point.
The organisers will send you all the detailed information about the activity 48 hours before the booked date.
Pets are allowed.
Recommended clothing
Comfortable clothing and footwear appropriate to the season
Don't forget to bring
- Water and snacks
- Binoculars
- Camera
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
La Moraña, Ávila
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is last minute. You get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
