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Steppes & Indland Lagoons
This trip provides a complete change in terms of habitat, and takes us up into the high plains of Castilla de la Mancha. One of the lesser known parts of Eastern Spain, this fascinating area comprises seemingly endless open spaces where Great Bustards proudly roam (Europe´s heaviest flying bird weighing in excess of 16kg!).
This trip involves very little walking but takes in some fascinating scenery and usually involves a coffee break in one of the regions´s traditional Spanish farming villages.
Species
This area is worth a visit at any time of year. It makes for a great trip and depending on the season, we can expect to see Great Bustard, Little Bustard, Stone Curlew, Black-bellied Sandgrouse, Pin-tailed Sandgrouse, Great Spotted Cuckoo, Calandra Lark, Crested Lark, Rock Sparrow and Bee Eater. Raptors can include Golden Eagle, Booted Eagle, Buzzard, Hen Harrier, Marsh Harrier and Merlin.
The area also includes a number of lagoons where Greater Flamingo can often be seen in good numbers. Other regular species include Little Ringed Plover, Black Winged Stilt, Wood Sandpiper, Avocet, Black Necked Grebe and Gull-billed Tern. Wildfowl can include White-headed Duck, Shelduck, Red Crested Pochard, Shoveler and Gadwall.
Great Bustard
Pricing
160€ for 1 person plus 35€ per additional person.
Our pricing rate is designed to afford maximum value across all group sizes, smaller groups or even individuals, whilst still offering fair and competitive rates for larger groups.
Includes
The tour price includes the services of the tour leader throughout and local transportation from a prior agreed starting point (usually the clients´ accommodation).
We can provide binoculars and the use of telescopes at no extra cost.
Travel insurance, drinks, food (unless arranged by prior agreement), and items of a purely personal nature are not included.
Feel free to contact us to outline your requirements and to check availability.