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Discover diversity on an adventure in the urban heart of Porto.
Birdwatching in Porto City Park
from
200 €
up to 4 participants
BIRDWATCHING PROVIDES A FASCINATING EXPERIENCE FOR NATURE ENTHUSIASTS, OFFERING THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE AND APPRECIATE THE RICH BIRDFAUNA OF THIS URBAN GREEN SPACE. OUR OBSERVATION TRIPS ARE DESIGNED TO EDUCATE AND DELIGHT PARTICIPANTS, FROM BEGINNERS TO EXPERIENCED OBSERVERS.
Porto City Park is a true oasis for birds, with a variety of habitats that attract both resident and migratory species. During birding trips, participants will have the opportunity to spot a wide range of birds, including herons, ducks, chickadees, woodpeckers and raptors. The tour will be guided by ornithology experts, participants will learn to identify different species, better understand their behaviors and the habitats they prefer. Equipped with binoculars, we will explore the park through different habitats, seeking to maximize sightings. During the tour we will address issues regarding species conservation and the importance of urban habitats. This tour is ideal for those who want to connect with nature and expand their knowledge.
Species to observe
Main Species: Mallard, Grey Heron, Common Coot, Common Moorhen, Black-headed Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Cattle Egret, Common Wood Pigeon, Rose-ringed Parakeet, White Wagtail, European Robin, Eurasian Magpie, European Starling, Eurasian Collared Dove, among others.
Other Species: Herring Gull, Common Kingfisher, among others.

Diogo Oliveira
Trip Leader
(Chamada para rede móvel nacional)
1 participant
2 participants
3 participants
4 participants
200 €
250 €
280 €
320 €

INCLUDED:
EXCLUDED:
Travel to the starting point;
Accommodation throughout the program;
Food during the entire program (to be defined);
Personal insurance;
Unspecified activities;
Personal extras.
Accompaniment by the ONWILD leader throughout the tour;
Travel between program points;
Activities and visits described in the program;
Insurance;
TRIP SUMMARY
Place
Porto
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
Full Day
Transport
Included between program points
Participants
Min: 1 | Max: 4
Languages
Portuguese and English
Stays
Not included
Flights
Not included
Experience Level
Everyone is welcome, observation tours are aimed at anyone who wants to learn more about wildlife and observe the different species in a particular region. The guide will explain more about the different species we will observe, as well as their importance to ecosystems.
Before the tour, in the pre-tour briefing and throughout the walk, you will have the opportunity to discuss more about species observation. I will give you several tips to make the most of the tour and you are free to ask any questions.
Necessary Equipment
The participant must come properly prepared, including:
Birdwatching in Porto City Park
up to 4 participants
with Diogo Oliveira
1 PARTICIPANT: 200 €
2 PARTICIPANTS: 250 €
3 PARTICIPANTS: 280 €
4 PARTICIPANTS: 320 €
To register, fill out the REGISTRATION FORM
or send an email with all the information to info@onwild.net.
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About Diogo Oliveira
Diogo Oliveira is a highly experienced biologist, professional wildlife photographer, writer, speaker and environmental educator who spends his life photographing the most fabulous animals in the world. Since she started traveling full-time in 2021, she has visited more than 100 different places and collaborated with big companies, brands, NGOs and travel agencies.