Hiking and Birding in Northern Burgos - 6 Days
Six-day stay combining guided birding by 4x4 with walks through the Ebro Canyon, Orbaneja del Castillo and northern Burgos habitats.
About this tour
Combine birding and walking in the protected landscapes of northern Burgos. The programme includes two guided half-day birding outings by 4x4 and two self-guided walking days, with accommodation and meals at Posada Molino del Canto.
Birding habitats range from limestone canyons and plateaux to oak and beech woodland, pasture and the Ebro Reservoir. The walking days feature the Ebro Canyon between Cortiguera and Valdelateja and the waterfalls and plateaux around Orbaneja del Castillo.
The 2027 package costs EUR 836 per adult sharing a double or twin room, with VAT included. The single-room supplement is EUR 264. Arrival at the inn is independent; transfers from Bilbao or Santander airports or ferry terminals can be arranged at extra cost.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Spain.
Birds you can spot
Tachymarptis melba
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Alcedo atthis
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Monticola saxatilis
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Neophron percnopterus
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Fulica atra
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Accipiter nisus
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Jynx torquilla
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Aquila chrysaetos
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Phalacrocorax carbo
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Podiceps cristatus
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Dendrocopos major
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Ardea cinerea
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Gyps fulvus
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Oenanthe oenanthe
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Pyrrhocorax pyrrhocorax
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Petronia petronia
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Circaetus gallicus
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Cinclus cinclus
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival
Arrive at the inn and begin the stay with a homemade dinner.
Day 2
Birding the Alto Ebro
Explore valleys, limestone canyons and villages, looking for vultures, Egyptian Vulture, eagles, Alpine Swift, finches and other characteristic birds. Continue after a picnic before returning to the inn.
Day 3
Ebro Canyon walk
Make the 9 km drive to the start of a 17 km self-guided circuit linking Cortiguera, Valdelateja and Pesquera de Ebro. The walk follows the Ebro canyon landscape, with river views and village stops along the way.
Day 4
Plateaux, forests and reservoir
Bird the plateaux and northern woodland for larks, shrikes, buntings, harriers, tits, woodpeckers, goshawks and treecreepers, then continue to the reservoir for herons, ducks, cormorants and waders.
Day 5
Waterfalls and plateaux
Choose a shorter or longer walk around Orbaneja del Castillo, combining the canyon landscape, river, waterfalls and open plateau country.
Day 6
Departure
Breakfast is followed by independent departure.
Locations & map
- Posada Molino del Canto - Valle de Zamanzas, Burgos Spain (Northern Spain conditions vary; routes are adapted to weather and season.)
- Hoces del Alto Ebro y Rudron Natural Park - Burgos Spain (Limestone canyons, river valleys, plateaux and woodland.)
- Ebro Reservoir Waterbird Reserve - Burgos and Cantabria Spain (Open-water and wetland birding; wind and visibility can affect the route.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: March to October
Single traveler supplement: EUR 264
Included
- Accommodation in a shared double or twin room
- Breakfasts and evening meals
- Picnic lunches on route days
- Guided birding and use of field guides, binoculars and telescope
- 4x4 transport during guided routes
- Route information for the self-guided walking days
Not included
- Travel to and from Posada Molino del Canto
- Optional airport or ferry-terminal transfers
- Travel insurance
- Wine, liqueurs and other extra drinks unless specifically included
- Personal expenses
Transport & stays
- 4x4 vehicle Transport during guided birding routes is included where stated in the programme. | Meet: Posada Molino del Canto | Pickup: Bilbao and Santander transfers may be arranged at additional cost after inquiry.
- Private vehicle Arrival and departure are based on guests reaching the accommodation independently unless a transfer is arranged. | Meet: Posada Molino del Canto
Accommodations
- Posada Molino del Canto (days 1-5) Shared double or twin room Rural inn, guest dining room, garden and birding base
Policies & FAQ
Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
Insurance & Safety
Are particular bird species guaranteed?
No. These are wild-bird experiences, so the guide adapts the route to the season, conditions and current bird activity.
Do I need to bring binoculars?
Identification guides, binoculars and a telescope are available, though guests may prefer their own familiar optics.
Can the route change?
Yes. Weather, access and bird activity may require a different route while preserving the character of the programme.
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.