BIRDING TRAIL
③ Terges River
At this point the River Terges and Cobres marks the transition from steppe to montado. The riverside vegetation attracts a suite of charismatic species among which Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis (YR), Rufous-tailed Scrub Robin Cercotrichas galactotes (SP/SU) and Common Nightingale Luscinia megarhynchos (SP/SU) are particularly notable. Away from the river, the undulating landscape is characterized by Holm Oak Quercus ilex woodland favoured by aerial feeding parties of European Bee-eaters Merops apiaster (SP/SU), an occasional Woodchat Shrike Lanius senator (SP/SU) perched on its favourite lookout post and the haunting song of the otherwise inconspicuous Woodlark Lullula arborea (YR).
Featured Experiences
Monte da Apariça
Accommodation
The “soul” of the Rural Tourism Monte da Apariça lies in the land (or, as so called, in the “Herdade”), where the scent of earth, flowers, grass and animals blend in the air. One only distracts from this scent when staring into the horizon that, from the top of the Monte, stretches out to the infinite Alentejo. Birdwatching is the heart of Apariça because, in this place, you can watch unique birds, many of which of protected species. In Monte da Apariça there is absolute peace! Anywhere in the Herdade, or simply under the porch, while having a typical lunch or just a break.
Week-long Birdwatching Programme in Southern Portugal (Group Tour)
Tour
Lisbon Estuaries, Alentejo & Algarve / (Group size: Maximum 7 Participants) a 7 days-tour to discover the wildest landscapes of Portugal. Amazing possibilities to see most of the birds that breed or winter.
4Bs – B&B, Birds & Bicycles – Apartment
Accommodation
The 4Bs is a family project in Castro Verde for nature and outdoor activities lovers. The name came up very naturally: "birds" for all the protected bird species that surround us in this region, "bicycles" for our special fellings towards this vehicle :), and of course "Bed & Breakfast" for the kind of accommodation we were offering.
They offer na apartment, a triple bedroom, a slot for a van and Glamping: This spacious tent has 1 double bed and 2 single beds. There is a shared outdoor kitchen fully equipped and free solar warmshower. The homestay also offers bike hire.
Restaurant “O Celeiro”
Restaurant
Situated in the heart of the Alentejo plain, this large restaurant bets on traditional and signature dishes. / Specialities: Lamb stew; Oven-roasted lamb; Grain stew with pork; Migas with spare ribs and pork brains. / Closes Wednesdays
Birdwatching Day Tour to the Castro Verde plains and the Guadiana Valley
Tour
Castro Verde and Mértola are two remarkable areas for birdwatching. Reached from Lisbon within a 90 minute-drive (or from Faro within a 60 minute-drive).