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Birdwatching trips in central Spain
IWT offers tailor-made birdwatching trips to best fit the requirements of the client.
These vary through the whole spectrum from specifically targeting speciality species,
to generalist trips to try and observe the widest range of species in particular
Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush Monticola saxatilis
© John Muddeman
habitat types. It should be stressed that all levels of knowledge can be catered
for, from those with no previous knowledge of European birds, to those with a high
level of experience. In addition, the trips often include sites of historical and
cultural interest, as well as spectacular scenery, and every attempt will be made
to try and incorporate these aspects into the itinerary if requested.
Evening trips for owls and nightjars are available, and special trips to sites
for rarer species such as Spanish Imperial Eagle, White-headed Duck or Dupont's
Lark can be arranged. Short excursions for a few days are also possible, including
to Extremadura, in western Spain, with an emphasis there on observing raptors and
steppe species, including Black Stork, Bonelli's Eagle and White-rumped Swift in
addition to many of those mentioned in the text about Madrid,
La Mancha and Castilla y Leon.
It should be stressed that not all species can be seen in one day, and although
the guides will make every effort possible to find the species requested, it is not
possible to guarantee seeing a particular species.
Black Wheatear Oenanthe leucura
© John Muddeman
Trips are run on the following lines:
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| Duration: | From a few hours to a few days. Start and finish times according to the requirements of the client, though normally leaving around 7 a.m. and returning approx. 10 hours later for a typical day trip. |
| Guide: | Spanish-speaking English guide (John Muddeman) or English-speaking Spanish guide. For each guide, up to three clients, more by prior arrangement. |
| Transport: | In the rental vehicle of the client, or otherwise by arrangement (as appropriate). Pick up from hotel, airport or meeting point as arranged. |
| Food: | We find good local food in one of the numerous bars en route. If required, the guide can supply a simple picnic lunch and bottled water. Special requirements need to be discussed in advance. Breakfast and dinner are not included. |
| Cost: |
The following prices for 2007 are for guiding (fuel & food are extra at cost).
- ½ -day (± 5 hours): 80 Euros for 1 person + 10 Euros per person extra.
- 1 day (± 10 hours): 150 Euros for 1 person + 20 Euros per person extra.
- Reduced rates for clients for 3 days guiding or more or with own vehicle.
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Information can also be provided on places to stay in the different areas, though the guide cannot undertake
booking and payment for clients.
The trips are organised by John Muddeman for IWT, with all significant data recorded during the trips
forwarded to the local recorders and SEO/BirdLife, the national ornithological association. IWT does not
support the regular use of tapes to lure birds in the field, especially in spring, but tries to give
clients the best views of the birds possible, without causing disturbance. Photography and sound recording are welcomed.
Spanish Sparrow male
Passer h. hispaniolensis
© John Muddeman
John Muddeman
c/ Alcocer 1, 1°C,
Fresnedillas de la Oliva,
28214 Madrid,
Spain.
Email:
john@iberianwildlife.com
Office: (+34) 918 989195
Mobile: (+34) 649 608747
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