A shorter experience for beginners who want to learn about the work of Rewilding Portugal, but in a historical context steeped in symbolism, sleeping in an old manor house filled with memories of the region.
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A Wild History Experience (2 days)
Greater Côa Valley
Portugal
Difficulty
Regular
Group
1 to 10 people.
Language
English, Portuguese, French
A Wild History Experience (2 days)
What better way to discover rewilding than by living it directly?
Itinerary
DAY 1 15H-23H30 – Arrive at Casa do Brigadeiro, in Miuzela (Almeida) for check-in (we can provide dinner in the accomodation if booked in advance) DAY 2 09H-12:30H: Guided visit to Paul de Toirões rewilding area for observation and interpretation of the region’s fauna and flora, especially the wide variety of birdlife that exists in this rewilding area, and the impact of Rewilding Portugal’s work on the ground. 12:30H-14H – Picnic lunch made with local products by Rewilding Portugal and/or partners in the rewilding area 14:30H-17:30H – Guided visit to Vale Carapito rewilding area, with a specialist guide to observe the work of Rewilding Portugal and the Sorraia horses living in a semi-wild state there 17:30H – End of the programme
What's Included?
Everything included as part of the programme.
What to Bring
Sunglasses, sunscreen, appropriate footwear and clothing, a bottle of water, snacks for other periods of the day. We will provide binoculars but you can bring your own if you want.
How your experience helps rewilding efforts
This experience is provided by Rewilding Portugal, an NGO that is part of Rewilding Europe's range of landscapes and has been developing strong rewilding efforts in the Greater Côa Valley region in Portugal since 2019. All profits from these tourist experiences are directly invested in their conservation and ecological restoration projects.
Rewilding landscape
Rewilding vision
The Greater Cõa Valley | Portugal
The return of wildlife—including Iberian wolves, Iberian ibex, red deer, and roe deer— is leading to more naturally balanced populations. Blending these natural gains with traditional local practices, heritage, and products has fostered new economic opportunities and a renewed sense of regional pride.
Seasonal Availability
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of visit I will have? This visit is guided by Fernando Romão, a rewilding-specialized guide from Wildlife Portugal, that will present you all of the rewilding actions and impacts on the ground. You will be able to see the impressive fauna and flora from the region, with the identification support of several species by our guide. How difficult is the hike? The hike can be adapted to any type of condition or restriction. After booking the experience, tell us if you have any so we can organize a tailored experience just for you. How can I inform my food restrictions or diet? The field lunch can be adapted to any type of diet, allergy or restriction. After booking the experience, tell us if you have any so we can organize a tailored experience just for you. What do I need to bring with me? Sunglasses, sunscreen, appropriate footwear and clothing, a bottle of water, snacks for other periods of the day. We will provide binoculars but you can bring your own if you want.
This experience involves
- Hiking
- Birdwatching
- Gastronomy (local)
- Educational experience
Wildlife in this landscapePlease note that the presence of wildlife doesn’t guarantee sightings — these animals live freely and may remain out of view.
Herbivores in this landscape
- Tauros
- Wild horse
- Roe deer
- European rabbit
Scavengers and other large birds in this landscape
- Cinereous vulture
- Griffon vulture
- Egyptian vulture
Location
About the listing author
Rewilding Portugal 🇵🇹
A Wild History Experience (2 days)
€200.00 / tour
Have questions? Feel free to ask!
Have questions? Feel free to ask!
€200.00
/ tour