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Birding Arrocampo
The Arrocampo reservoir is a wetland with exceptional water level and temperature conditions that make it the perfect place to observe a multitude of water birds all year round.
- Private service, no vehicle sharing.
- Departures from Plasencia (google maps), for other departure locations, please contact.
Includes:
- CR and accident insurance.
- Transport during the activity.
- Local expert guide with environmental training.
- Binoculars per person (over 10 years old).
- High-end telescope per vehicle.
- Illustrative didactic material.
- Picnic with local products.
What species can be observed?
- Osprey
- Marsh Harrier
- Purple Swamphen
- Squacco Heron
- Bittern and little bittern
- Night heron
- Lesser kestrel
- Water rail
- European wryneck
These are just some of the most common species during our Arrocampo birding routes, the complete list of animals and plants that can be observed is endless, do you dare to discover them? * The observation of these species is not guaranteed in any case, nor will situations that could be harmful to them be forced to improve or facilitate their observation, they are wildlife that nest or roam in areas through which the route passes and our guides have the knowledge and experience necessary to show them through the telescope without interfering in their life. Our activities are governed by a strict code of ethics that prioritises conservation over observation. If you need to know more, you can access this link.
What our customers say:
Birding Tours in Arrocampo: Birding in a Waterfowl Paradise
The Arrocampo Ornithological Reservelocated in the north-east of the province of Cáceres, is an essential destination for the birdwatching in Extremadura. Thanks to its wetlands, reed beds and dehesas, this site offers refuge to a wide variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, making it a privileged place for birdwatching.
During our birding trips in Arrocampowe take you to discover this natural paradise by the hand of experienced birding guides, guaranteeing a unique and personalised experience.
Arrocampo Birds and Flagship Species
Arrocampo stands out for its exceptional diversity of wetland birds, many of which are difficult to observe in other parts of the region. During our guided birdwatching toursyou will be able to spot:
- Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus), hiding among the reeds.
- Night heron (Nycticorax nycticorax), active at dusk and easily recognisable by its two-coloured plumage.
- Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides), a migratory species that breeds in these wetlands.
- Booted eagle (Hieraaetus pennatus) and short toed eagle (Circaetus gallicus), birds of prey present in the surrounding dehesas.
- Black stork (Ciconia nigra)more elusive than its relative the white stork.
- Glossy ibis (Plegadis falcinellus), a dark-coloured ibis that has become established in the area in recent years.
- Grebe (Tachybaptus ruficollis), perfect examples of waterbirds adapted to these wetlands.
- Lesser Kestrel (Falco naumanni), with a breeding colony in the village church, where it is possible to observe its frenetic flight in spring.
Key Birding Sites in Arrocampo and Surroundings
To make the most of the experience, our tours include stops at the best birdwatching spots in Extremadura, such as the Bird watching spots in Extremadura:
- Charco Salado lagoonis one of the most outstanding areas of the park, where waders, herons and ducks can be frequently observed.
- Observatories of the Arrocampo Ornithological Park, strategically located to maximise sighting opportunities.
- Colony of lesser kestrel in the church of Saucedilla, an exceptional place to see this small bird of prey in action.
- Nearby dehesas and fields, where shrikes, wheatears, little owls and blue-winged kites can be spotted.
A Protected Area for Conservation
The Arrocampo Ornithological Reserve is included within the ZEPA Embalse de Arrocampo, una Zona de Especial Protección para las Aves que forma parte de la Red Natura 2000. Además, se encuentra cerca de otros espacios naturales de gran valor, como el Monfragüe National Park or ZEPA Llanos de Cáceres y Sierra de Fuentes, un área clave para aves esteparias como la avutarda y el sisón.
Como miembros del Birding in Extremadura Club, en nuestras rutas fomentamos un turismo ornitológico responsable, promoviendo el respeto por el entorno y la avifauna.
Book your birding trip in Arrocampo
If you are looking for a unique experience of birding in Extremadura., our tours will make you enjoy the ornithological richness of Arrocampo in an exclusive environment. All our tours are privateThis means that you will not be sharing a vehicle with other groups, guaranteeing a more personalised and exclusive experience.
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Nature and birdwatching tours around Monfragüe, Plasencia and Jerte Valley
Gorrión ecoturismo is a project based on the divulgation of Extremadura's natural heritage and its conservation.
Registered in the Registry of Tourist Activity Companies of Extremadura with number: OA-CC-00178.
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