SPECTACULAR spain

PHOTOGRAPH BIRDS OF THE IBERIAN PENINSULA

LOCATION

SPAIN, EUROPE

TRAVEL DATES

MAY

PRICE

FROM £2,450

MAX GUESTS

5

FITNESS

EASY

MORE INFORMATION

Join us to photograph a multitude of spectacular bird species in Spain.

This photographic tour will begin in Madrid, where we will meet at the airport. From there, we will travel into the beautiful Segovia region by private transfer. In a small village, about 75 minutes from Madrid airport, we will find the family run hotel that we will use as our base for the trip.

The hotel is situated in a perfect location to provide easy access to all of the sites and hides that we will be using for the duration of the trip.

The itinerary has been designed to give guests the best opportunity to see and photograph around 40 or more species of birds, and due to the time of year, we could be fortunate to see both native and migratory species.

Among the bird species that we could see are Golden Eagle, Griffon Vulture, Egyptian Vulture, Black Kite, Little Owl, Bee-eater, Hoopoe, Black-eared Wheatear, Blue Rock Thrush, Golden Oriole, Hawfinch, multiple Lark species, multiple Warbler species and multiple Bunting species.

HIGHLIGHTS

We will spend 2 sessions per day in different hides, one during the morning and one mid/late afternoon, with plenty of time in-between to have lunch and a siesta or to explore the local area.

We will also spend 1 or 2 sessions on foot, to photograph birds in flight at a local Natural Park, as well as one scouting for rare Larks.

This trip, really is the perfect opportunity to combine hide photography with field craft in stunning surroundings.

The hides are some of the best in Spain, and have been set up with light and backgrounds in mind, creating the perfect conditions for amazing images.

A large golden eagle stands on a fallen tree branch in a grassy area with green shrubbery and blurred background.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Your chosen camera setup.

A focal length of 400mm - 600mm is preferable for all hides (the flexibility of a zoom is good).

Spare memory cards and batteries.

Tripod and gimbal/fluid head or equivalent is required.

Suitable seasonal clothing (the temperatures can be varied at this time of year) and durable, supportive foot wear such as walking boots/shoes.

Laptop, card reader and all chargers.

A hoopoe bird perched on rocks with a blurred green background.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

All internal transfers from/to Madrid Airport

Accommodation on a 5 night basis in a family run hotel

Breakfast, lunch and an evening meal are included

9 photo sessions (each lasting c.4-5 hours)

Daily transport to/from the Hides

We will be on hand to answer any questions and help with bird identification and camera settings.

Afternoon editing sessions to go through images.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?

Travel to and from Madrid airport (suggested flights will be communicated upon booking if required)

Snacks, sundries and alcoholic drinks.

Travel, personal or equipment insurance.

Tips.

Any additional purchases of a personal nature.

Camera Equipment (enquire about gear hire).

A bird of prey in mid-flight over a grassy field with small red flowers and a blurred tree line in the background.

TOUR MEMOIRS

A quote on a black background that reads: '...honestly, I can't put into words just how amazing this trip has been. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this trip perfect in every sense.' Emily 2025.

Read an insight into our 2025 trip to Spain, by one of our guests in their very own words, featuring some of their images from the trip.

Two men standing on rocky terrain with canyon and river in the background, smiling and posing for a photo during late afternoon or early evening.

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Travel to Madrid, we will meet at the airport and transfer (75 minutes) to our accommodation.

Evening photography session and dinner.

Day 2 to 5 - We will spend 2 photo sessions per day in the hides, one morning and one evening to utilise the best light whilst the temperatures are lower. Between sessions, we will travel back to the accommodation, to enjoy meals together, and relax.

Day 6 - Breakfast at the hotel before departing for Madrid airport and flying home.

Close-up of a vulture with a light-colored head, large hooked beak, and brown feathers on its body, against a dark background.
Two brown hawks perched on a twisted tree branch against a dark background.

DATES

21st - 26th MAY 2026

26th - 31st MAY 2026

PRICE

£2,450 in a twin room on a 5 night basis.

Deposit - A non-refundable deposit of £500 is required when booking. The balance will be required 60 days before the trip.

(Payment Plans are available once deposit is secured)

NOTES

Very little walking is required on this tour and any that is, will be on flat ground.

We will have 2 photo sessions per day, at some of the very best photographic hides available in the region, to maximise opportunity and minimise disturbance.

FAQS

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  • International flights and other required scheduled flights are not included unless otherwise stated. Necessary road transfers once in the destination country, will be included if stated in the tour details.

  • Absolutely not! Our trips and tours welcome guests of all levels of photographic experience, from complete beginners to seasoned professionals. Our tours are intended to be enjoyable learning experiences for everyone and are often the best platform for sharing tips and tricks. We like to think that every day is a school day regardless of experience!

  • From day one, we wanted to make our tours accessible to the masses. There are plenty of over priced tours out there in our opinion, and therefore our objective has always been to offer affordable opportunities to our guests, whilst maintaining a high level of experience.

  • If you are interested in single occupancy, please message us and enquire. Some of our tours offer a single supplement at a small additional cost, so please do not let it put you off enquiring.

  • Apex Adventures aim to provide small group experiences and therefore we try to maintain a low client to host ratio. Most of our trips are for 3-6 travellers but on a few of our larger group trips, you can expect 6-8 travellers with 2 photo hosts.

  • No! We have partnered with the UK’s leading photographic equipment hire company ‘Lenses for Hire’ and can also offer you a personalised discount code. Just let us know and we will be happy to help.

TRIP SPECIES HIGHLIGHTS

  • A bird drinking water from a shallow stream, surrounded by grass and rocks.

    Iberian Azure magpie

  • A majestic brown eagle perched on a rock with greenery in the background.

    golden eagle

  • A colorful bird flying with its wings spread open.

    bee-eater

  • A vulture with brown and white feathers, large wings spread wide, flying in the sky with blurred green landscape in the background.

    Egyptian vulture

  • A bird of prey, possibly a hawk or eagle, perched on a twisted branch against a dark background, with sunlight illuminating its feathers.

    black kite

  • A hawk in flight with wings spread, against a plain gray sky, with another bird flying in the background.

    montagu's harrier

  • A bird with beige and black feathers perched on a tree branch in a dark environment.

    hawfinch

  • A hoopoe on a rocky surface, holding a large insect in its beak.

    hoopoe

  • A bird with brown and black speckled feathers perched on a rough tree branch.

    blue rock thrush

  • Small owl with yellow eyes perched on rocks, with a blurred background.

    LITTLE OWL

  • A crested bird with red eyes perched on a branch against a dark green background.

    CRESTED TIT

  • A vulture perched on a branch with a blurred natural background.

    griffon vulture

 

TRIP MEMORIES

  • Three men standing together on a street at night, smiling and posing for the camera. They have their arms around each other, with a row of chairs stacked against a building behind them.

  • Group of six people smiling and standing outdoors in front of a stone building with a wooden door and a small awning, some are wearing outdoor or hiking clothing.

  • Five people with cameras and binoculars on a cliff overlooking a river and canyon under a sunny sky.

  • Woman wearing a hat and backpack taking photos with a camera with a large telephoto lens on a hillside overlooking a green canyon and cliffs.

  • Two people with telephoto binoculars stand on a cliff edge, looking at a canyon and river below, during sunset.