Today we decided to visit one of the best spots for birdwatching in the Greater Côa Valley, Paul de Toirões rewilding area. From the observatory overlooking one of the lagoons, we can watch inumerous birds that find refuge and nesting conditions here. Book with us, a visit to this amazing area.

Sunset colours over FIO 2026, the Monfrague birdwatching fair. #wildlifeportugal #birdwatching #birdwatchingtours #fio2026 #naturetourism #natureinterpretation #travelwithpurpose #slowtourism #privateguidedtours

These days we are visiting a different area, in Spain, not far from the border. Any guesses? 😁 #wildlifeportugal #spain #naturetourism #privateguidedtours #slowtourism #birdwatching #birdwatchingtours

Soon, the silhouette of the Egyptian Vulture will be back to the skies of the Greater Côa Valley, returning from their wintering grounds in Africa. #wildlifeportugal #thegreatercoavalley #birdwatching #birdwatchingtours #vultures #portugal #privateguidedtours #slowtourism #travelwithpurpose

Can't wait to go out and try out this new piece of gear, the Pentax Papilio III, that will allow me to look for big and small, to look far and close. Bought them from https://f.mtr.cool/lcjcnqigyt , my main reference for books and gear related to the natural sciences.

Spring landscape in the rewilding area of Paul de Toirões, in the Greater Côa Valley. In a couple of months, it will be like this, the Rockrose will open its big white flowers and with temperatures rising it will release a strong scent that emanates from its essential oils.

See you tomorrow! #wildlifeportugal #naturephotography #phototours #landscapephotography #sunset #estrelamountain #slowtourism #privateguidedtours #portugal

Rewilding tours in the Greater Côa Valley. #wildlifeportugal #thegreatercoavalley #visitgreatercoavalley #rewildingportugal #rewildingtours #taurus #naturetourism #natureinterpretation #naturalgrazing

Pyrenean Oak (Quercus pyrenaica) forests are the native tree-cover of the rewilding area of Paul de Toiroes, in the Greater Côa Valley. #wildlifeportugal #thegreatercoavalley #pauldetoiroes #rewildingarea #rewildingtours #rewildingportugal #forest #naturetourism #natureinterpretation #portugal

Ancient paths guide us through a fantastic area, of pure nature, an area elected for the rewilding initiatives. Rewilding Portugal has created here the Vale Carapito, in the Greater Côa Valley. Exploring this place is always a great experience, and Autumn has its own particularities.

With the end of the year approaching and the usual festivities, this is also a time for sharing and giving.  Surprise a friend or family member with a voucher for one of our experiences. Visit our website for more information. www.wildlifeportugal.pt

The wide and flat granite landscape on the summit of Mesas Mountain, is divided by Portugal and Spain, and from here we have amazing horizons from both sides of the border. #wildlifeportugal #mesasmountain #naturetourism #natureinterpretation #landscape #privateguidedtours #slowtourism #hiking

Four and a half minutes to have a glimpse of Vale Carapito rewilding area in Spring.  https://youtu.be/7iJUJ4TS5lU?si=SheMXv5pDXxBoXCf #wildlifeportugal #naturetourism #thegreatercoavalley #valecarapito #grandevaledocôa #privateguidedtours #natureinterpretation #rewildingtours #rewildingportugal

Black vulture preening its feathers after a feast.  #wildlifeportugal #birdwatching #vultures #blackvulture #thegreatercoavalley #natureinterpretation #naturetourism #slowtourism #privateguidedtours #portugal #wildlifewatching #wildlifephotography #birdwatchingtours #visitgreatercoavalley

Autumn/Winter landscape in the Greater Côa Valley. #wildlifeportugal #thegreatercoavalley #landscape #visitgreatercoavalley #naturetourism #natureinterpretation #rewildingtours #phototours #portugal #privateguidedtours #slowtourism #centerofportugal #autumn

Today, guiding for Rewilding Portugal, at Paul de Toiroes rewilding area, we watched the sunrise and felt the atmosphere of the beggining of Autumn. With a glimpse of an Other and plenty of wildfowl and herons, we finished the tour with a delightful brunch on the spot.

The heavy atmosphere of the rugged and harsh landscape of Estrela Mountain during the autumn season. #wildlifeportugal #estrelamountain #naturetourism #natureinterpretation #naturephototours #slowtourism #privateguidedtours #portugal #centerofportugal #phototours #landscape #naturephotography

Detail of the riverside slope of the Douro International Natural Park, where the Mediterranean landscape acquires different colours during autumn.  #wildlifeportugal #naturetourism #slowtourism #privateguidedtours #portugal #douronaturalpark #natureinterpretation #landscape #autumn #dourovalley

Feeling the geomorphology of Mesas Mountain.  #wildlifeportugal #naturetourism #thegreatercoavalley #natureinterpretation #privateguidedtours #slowtourism #geotourism #visitgreatercoavalley #portugal #centerofportugal #sabugal #mountain #mesasmountain

Typical altitude landscape at Mesas Mountain, cradle of the Greater Côa Valley. The granite rock formations are a constant. #wildlifeportugal #thegreatercoavalley #mesasmountain #sabugal #hiking #mountain #landscape #geotourism #geomorphology #naturetourism #privateguidedtours #portugal

A balancing boulder, a whim of time and the elements, in Mesas Mountain, Sabugal, Portugal. #wildlifeportugal #geomorphology #mesasmountain #portugal #natureinterpretation #naturetourism #privateguidedtours #slowtourism #thegreatercoavalley #thecoacradle

Mesas Mountain, the cradle of the Greater Côa Valley. The hills of this granite elevation are covered by Echinospartium ibericum, an Iberian endemic shrub (in the image with rounded shape). #wildlifeportugal #thegreatercoavalley #mountain #naturetourism #natureinterpretation #privateguidedtours

On International Geodiversity Day (6 October), we decided to highlight the granite formations of Serra das Mesas (Sabugal), where the Côa River has its source. An excellent place for walking and observing nature. #geodiversity #granite #natureinterpretation #privateguidedtours #thegreatercoavalley

Waterfall at Estrela Mountain Natural Park. With the colours of Autumn this place is magic! Check our website for more about the photo tours we offer. #wildlifeportugal #estrelamountain #phototours #autumn #privateguidedtours #portugal #slowtourism #naturetourism #naturalpark #photography

Autumn atmosphere at Estrela Mountain Natural Park. This is one of the seasons we prefer for nature photography. Explore our website to know more about photo tours we offer. #wildlifeportugal #estrelamountain #autumn #phototours #landscape #naturetourism #portugal #privateguidedtours #slowtourism

Soon, some areas of Estrela Mountain will look like this. A good time to visit and take colourful autumn photographs. Visit our website to find out more about our photo tours in Estrela Mountain. #wildlifeportugal #privateguidedtours #portugal #estrelamountain #autumn #naturephotography #phototours

In Autumn, this is how the landscape in Douro Internacional Natural Park looks like. Full of colours. It is a good opportunity for a visit and take some nice photographs. Check out our website for more info on our photo tours to Douro Natural Park. #douronaturalpark #autumn #phototours