What to do and see in Mexilhoeira Grande, Algarve: The Best Tours

September 3, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Mexilhoeira Grande (Portuguese pronunciation: [mɨʃiˌʎwɐi̯ɾɐ ˈɡɾɐ̃dɨ]) is a civil parish in the municipality (concelho) of Portimão in the southern Portuguese region of the Algarve. The population in 2011 was 4,029, in an area of 91.15 km².
Restaurants in Mexilhoeira Grande

1. Birdwatching day around Sagres

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life
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This tour happens in the Sagres peninsula and its wonderful landscape. During the autumn, with a nice and experienced guide, it is a great opportunity to witness the migration of birds of prey and small birds. In spring, several species of warblers breed in the area and it is possible to see Little Bustards display.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope.

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

2. Birdwatching day around Castro Verde

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life
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We will look at the steppic birds around Castro Verde. We will look for Great and Little Bustards and Sandgrouses. The day ends by a meal in a local restaurant.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

3. Afternoon birdwatching at Lagoa dos Salgados

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life
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We will look at the birds present on the lagoon. It is a great place to see a good diversity of waterfowl.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

4. Half-day birdwatching around Faro

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life

This tour is an excellent opportunity to discover typical birds in wetlands of southern Portugal, some of them difficult to see, in great conditions. It will also be possible to see terrapines.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

5. Half-day birdwatching around Tavira

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life

Great tour to see Flamingos and a good variety of waders in great conditions in company of a nice and specialised guide. This tour is done on foot at a slow pace on easy ground. It will be possible to learn more about the production of salt and what turns saltpans so attractive for birds.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

6. Birdwatching day in the Ria Formosa Natural Park

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life

Enjoy a great tour in various areas of the Ria Formosa natural park to discover birds living in wetlands (saltpans, lagoons). It will be possible to see these birds in very good conditions at a slow pace and in company of a nice and experienced guide.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Use of binoculars and telescope

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

7. Half-day birdwatching at the Abicada marshed

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life

Visit of a wetland near Alvor. Excellent place to see a great variety of species and sometimes terrapines.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

8. Birdwatching day in the Monchique hills

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life

Tours in the Monhique hills to discover woodland birds. It will be possible to see different species than the ones found on the coast in the company of a nice and experienced guide.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

9. Birdwatching at Abicada and Alvor dunes

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life

Let's discover the birds living in wetlands and dunes around Alvor. The tour end by a drink or an ice-cream by the sea. It will be possible to have a swim in summer.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope.

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

10. Birdwatching at Alvor dunes

A ROCHA Life, Cruzinha Apartado 41, 8500-132, Portugal A Rocha Life

Walk at Alvor dunes to discover the birds thanks to the boardwalk. The tour ends by an ice-cream or a drink by the beach. It is possble to have a swim in summer.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Use of binoculars and telescope

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Martin L

We went for the Thursday morning which is very informative, a talk on moths then we watch birds being ringed and afterwards we had coffee and cake.

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