Call to book ! €3,710 • 4 days in Portugal • 6 days in Morocco • Ages 4+
Cross two continents in one booking: search Portugal’s wetlands, Iberian plains and Serra da Estrela, then follow Atlas passes and Erg Chebbi dunes for Maghreb specialties. Perfect for birders who want diverse habitats and a high species payoff.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10–12 days (4 days Portugal • 6 days Morocco)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness for repeated short hikes, dune walks and uneven terrain; able to stand for long watches.
Wildlife
History
The route passes Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage ksar and historic caravan stop between the Atlas and Sahara.
Conservation
Wetlands and desert oases on this route are ecologically fragile; stick to paths, avoid disturbing nesting birds and support local guides who practice low‑impact birding.
Call to book ! €3,710 • 4 days in Portugal • 6 days in Morocco • Ages 4+
Start at dawn
Bird activity peaks early—plan to be at estuary edges or dune rims before sunrise for the most species.
Bring optics and a scope
A spotting scope plus 8–10x binoculars will make distant raptors and shorebirds identifiable at mudflats and desert tracks.
Layer for microclimates
Expect cold at 2,260 m on Tizi‑n‑Tichka and warm desert days in Merzouga—pack insulating and breathable layers.
Respect fragile habitats
Keep to paths around salt pans and avoid flushing birds on breeding grounds; use quiet voices and soft steps.
Binoculars (8–10x)
Essential for identifying shorebirds and small passerines at distance.
Spotting scope with tripod
Allows detailed views of raptors, owls and distant flocks.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Crucial for desert and open‑plain sections where shade is scarce.
summer
Light insulated jacket
Useful for cold mornings at high passes and windy estuaries.
winter