Language
Portuguese, English
Duration
2h30
Difficulty
Beginner
Next Date
Upon Request

Discover Portugal’s Premier Birdwatching Destination

Transform your understanding of avian ecology on this comprehensive birdwatching workshop in Portugal’s remarkable Tagus Estuary Nature Reserve. Covering 34,000 hectares of protected wetlands, the reserve hosts over 50,000 migratory waterbirds every year, making it the perfect living classroom for hands-on ornithology education and immersive eco-tourism.

Guided Birdwatching with an Expert Ornithologist

Join our expert ornithologist for a 2.5-hour educational boat expedition through one of Europe’s most important wetlands. You will develop essential birdwatching skills and learn the fundamentals of avian biology, migration ecology, and wetland conservation. With professional binoculars provided by SeaEO Tours, you will practice species identification techniques while encountering purple herons, ospreys, black-headed gulls, flamingos, and a wide variety of duck species.

Learn Beyond Bird Spotting

This birdwatching experience goes far beyond simple observation. You will discover how to interpret bird behaviors, understand the complex timing of migration patterns, and explore why the Tagus Estuary is a critical stopover point along the East Atlantic Flyway. Your ornithologist guide will explain different feeding strategies, nesting behaviors, and social structures, while highlighting the ecological connections between bird species and their wetland habitats.

Hands-On Ornithology Education

Gain practical knowledge in field research methods as you learn to use field guides, record behavioral observations, and see how citizen science contributes to global bird conservation efforts. You will explore the environmental factors that shape bird populations, including seasonal weather patterns, tidal systems, and human impacts on wetland ecosystems.

A Memorable Eco-Tourism Experience in Portugal

This immersive workshop combines spectacular wildlife viewing with scientific learning, giving you the tools to continue your ornithological studies independently. Whether you are watching thousands of migratory birds flying in formation or observing delicate feeding behaviors up close, you will leave with a deeper appreciation for avian conservation and the importance of protecting Portugal’s wetlands.