Strait of Gibraltar Raptor Migration Birding Tour

A five-day small-group birding tour from Málaga to Tarifa and the Strait of Gibraltar for spectacular raptor and stork migration, coastal wetlands and iconic local birds.

  • Spain Show on map
  • 5 days
  • Group 4-7 people
  • Difficulty: easy
  • From: €1,200
  • Next: Sep 7, 2026
  • Private tour
  • Pace: Accessible birding with most observations close to the vehicle.
  • Language: English
  • City: Tarifa
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About this tour

Witness one of Western Europe’s great migration spectacles as raptors and White Storks gather at the Strait of Gibraltar. This five-day Wild Andalucía itinerary combines coastal observatories, limestone ridges, the southern edge of Doñana, La Janda and Barbate.

The route is adjusted to wind and bird movement, with local knowledge used to select the most productive watchpoints. The shared departure is priced from EUR 1,200 per person; private pricing depends on party size.

Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival and coastal migration
Strait of Gibraltar

Meet in Málaga, travel west and stop at coastal observatories for migrating eagles, storks and other birds before the evening checklist.

Day 2
Coastal Tarifa and limestone cliffs
Strait of Gibraltar

Use wind conditions to select migration observatories, then visit limestone ridges for vultures and eagles.

Day 3
Southern Doñana birding
Sanlúcar and southern Doñana

Explore ponds and wetlands around Sanlúcar for localized waterbirds, swifts, flamingos and White-headed Duck.

Day 4
La Janda and Barbate
La Janda

Search for Northern Bald Ibis, wetland birds, saltpan species and raptors across La Janda and Barbate.

Day 5
Final migration watch and return
Strait of Gibraltar

Fit in a final local birding session before returning to Málaga.

Locations & map

  • Strait of Gibraltar - Andalusia Spain (Coastal observatories and ridges selected according to daily wind.)
  • La Janda - Andalusia Spain (Farmland, marsh and migration habitat.)
  • Sanlúcar and southern Doñana - Andalusia Spain (Wetlands and coastal buffer habitats.)

Availability & pricing

DateStatusSeatsFrom
Sep 7, 2026 - Sep 11, 2026 open /7 €1,200
Sep 6, 2027 - Sep 10, 2027 open /7 €1,200
Package Amount
Shared tour per person €1,200 / person

Included

  • Transfers from/to Málaga and courtesy transport
  • Professional English-language guiding, guidebooks and daily checklist
  • Accident insurance, taxes and entry fees

Not included

  • Flights, accommodation, meals, drinks, personal costs and travel insurance

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