As the Algarve is not only a coast destination, get ready to explore the hills around Monchique on this full-day tour. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll discover the bird species and the vegetation of this peaceful place.
You'll start your adventure exploring Foia, the highest point of the area, 902-meter high, and its surroundings. If the weather is clear, you'll be able to enjoy a panoramic view of the coast. In this area, you'll stop to observe 3 different species, black redstarts, blue rock thrushes, and rock buntings. The scrubby areas host whitethroats, Sardinians, Dartford's, and melodious warblers. Don't miss the opportunity to see them in their own habitat and learn more about these species with your guide. You'll proceed to visit an area full of vegetation and trees, where you'll have the opportunity to see a wide range of species such as woodpeckers, short-toed treecreepers, jays, and much more!
The adventure will continue visiting Caldas de Monchique, a small but well-known spa village, where you'll enjoy some free time to have lunch, under the shade of big trees, listening to water running, as well as birds singing. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a walk with your guide to observing some species such as firecrests, nightingales, blackcaps and, robins. At the end of the tour, you'll enjoy a well-deserved drink surrounded by nature.
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