Guided tour to spot scavenger birds in the Tajo Canyon
Highlights
- Spot griffon vultures, Egyptian vultures and black vultures in the Tajo Canyon
- Experience the spectacle of a scavenging feeding from an observation hide
- Learn how to identify large birds of prey with an expert ornithologist
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Why Freedome
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Precio mínimo garantizado
El mismo precio que reservando directamente. Sin comisiones.
Operadore de confianza
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Asistencia los 7 días
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Full description
Can you imagine seeing dozens of griffon vultures gliding just a few metres away from you whilst they feed in the heart of the wilderness?
On this 4-hour tour through the Tajo Canyon, we’ll explore the Peñalén mountain range with an ornithological guide, spotting large birds of prey in their natural habitat and experiencing the thrill of a controlled feeding from a hide.
What we will do
We’ll meet 10 minutes before the booked time at the entrance to the village of Peñalén, our meeting point for entering the Alto Tajo Natural Park. After being introduced to our expert ornithology guide, we’ll head to a natural viewpoint overlooking the canyon. There, we’ll have an introductory talk about scavenger birds, their biology and the vital role they play in the area’s ecosystems.
We’ll then set off on a walking tour lasting approximately two hours along the River Tajo to observe the vultures’ behaviour as closely as possible. We’ll walk beneath the imposing rocky cliffs, equipped with telescopes and binoculars, learning to identify the different species soaring through the sky, such as the griffon vulture, the Egyptian vulture and birds from the black vulture reintroduction projects.
After returning to the viewing point, we’ll travel by vehicle to a hide. We will settle inside for 30 minutes to an hour whilst a controlled feeding takes place. From the concealment of the hide, we will witness the vultures descending to feed, offering us a perfect opportunity to observe their social behaviour and take photographs.
We’ll round off the activity by returning to the starting point after around 4 hours of birdwatching in the Alto Tajo.
Who it is aimed at
This experience is suitable for everyone aged 13 and over.
Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
It is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility, as the route follows unpaved nature trails.
Pets are not permitted.
Other information
Important: The exact meeting point may change depending on the weather. You will need to contact the organisers in advance to arrange the exact location.
The activity is available from May to November, Monday to Sunday at 09: 00.
This is a shared group activity, with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 participants.
Free parking is available at the meeting point. There is no public transport to the area; you must travel in your own vehicle.
Recommended clothing
- Clothes in neutral or muted colours
- Comfortable hiking boots or trainers
Don't forget to bring
- Water and a few nibbles
- Sun protection
- Camera kit (optional)
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
Peñalén, Guadalajara
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 very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 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.
