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Spanish Pyrenees
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With snowcapped mountains to the north and pine-clad rocky hills rising dramatically from the Aragón Valley floor to the south - the Spanish Pyrenees make a truly spectacular setting for a wildlife holiday. We stay in the town of Jaca in the central Spanish Pyrenees, within easy reach of high mountains to the north, pine forests and the superb pinnacles of Riglos to the south.The Spanish Pyrenees's combination of snowcapped peaks, wide river valleys, and jagged forested hills must make this, even after more than ten years of returning here, one of the most exhilarating places we visit! The area is one of the best in Europe for raptors. Red and Black Kites together with Griffon and Egyptian Vultures and Booted Eagles soar overhead, while Short-toed Eagles hover over the open hillsides, searching for snakes and lizards, and Golden Eagles hunt amongst the highest peaks.But for most birdwatchers, one of the major goals of a visit to the Spanish Pyrenees must be to see that most rakish and dashing of vultures, the Lammergeier. This is one of the best places in Europe to see this threatened species, and most years we see individuals on several occasions during our stay. We're based throughout in the town of Jaca, in the central Spanish Pyrenees, keeping daily travel time to a minimum, and within easy reach of high mountains to the north, the pine forests and the impressive rock pinnacles of Riglos to the south. With its lush green forests, breath-taking ravines, warm scented hillsides and fabulous range of wildlife, this is Wild Spain at its very best! Accommodation We stay in a three-star hotel in the small town of Jaca in the Aragón Valley. All rooms are en suite, and the restaurant offers an excellent, original and very varied cuisine. Meals All included in the price. Breakfast and dinner at hotel. Lunches will be picnics at some wonderfully scenic spots. Walking Easy. Up to 3 miles in any one day over mainly easy terrain, but may include occasional shorter walks on steeper slopes. Walking boots advised in the mountains. Comfy walking shoes suitable at lower elevations. Ground Transport By minibus. Weather Typically warm and sunny (temperatures in the range 12-26oC), but can be chilly early morning. As with any upland area, periods of rain or showers, low cloud or poor visibility are possible. In summer, it's often possible to avoid localised bad weather by moving to a different altitude. |
Price: £ 1,645
The price per person includes return flight from London - Bilbao/Barcelona*, airport taxes, 7 nights' accommodation, meals, incidental tips, minibus transport and the services of the leaders.
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