Lynx, Vultures & Co. in Spain
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Tour Details
Costs
EUR 2,900
per person in a double room
Group
Max. 4 people
+ German- and English-speaking guide from Moby Wildlife Tours + Local guide
All dates
2 departures in 2026 and 2027
2026
Saturday, May 23, 2026 – Thursday, May 28, 2026
2027
Saturday, May 22, 2027 – Thursday, May 27, 2027
Additional dates for private tours are available upon request
Where
Start
in Málaga on May 23, 2026, at approximately 11 a.m.
End
in Málaga on May 28, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m.
Price includes
What's included
Transportation, tours, accommodation, meals in the group, presentation about the Iberian lynx
What is not included
Personal expenses, insurance, arrival and departure Malaga Airport
Physical requirements
None
Allergies and intolerances can be cared for.
Notes
Option to extend with Whale & Dolphin watching in Tarifa
Ready for this journey?
Check availability for your desired date.
About the trip
When you think of Spain, you probably first think of beautiful cities and beaches. But Spain is also the country in Europe with the highest biodiversity! Nowhere else is it easier to get close to one of the most fascinating hunting animals in Europe: the Lynx!
The journey to lynx, vultures and owls takes us from Malaga, on the south coast of Spain, 2 - 3 hours north into the Sierra de Andujar and the Sierra de Cazorla. Over 6 days we go in search of the fascinating local wildlife. Whether on safari from the car or from the hides, we always try to catch the best views of the animals and create opportunities for great photos. The first 4 days we focus on the Iberian lynx in the morning and from the late afternoon onwards, and at the end we go in search of the large birds of prey. During the week we are accommodated in 2 different places in beautiful small, partly family-run hotels. We use a spacious people carrier as our means of transportation, which also takes us to remote areas.
The Animals
The goal of this trip is to encounter the Iberian lynx, also known as the Pardell lynx. In May, we have a good chance of observing both mother lynxes with their young as well as solitary animals. We usually spot lynxes from various vantage points in the hills or from special hides. These are small cabins that serve as hiding places. The hides are particularly well-suited for photographers. Encounters with these elegant cats are truly impressive. They suddenly appear silently out of nowhere and survey their surroundings in search of rabbits. Often, they sit just a few meters away from our hides.
In addition to lynx, the region is also home to little owls, Iberian ibex, red foxes, and various large birds of prey.
We focus on the large birds of prey on the last day of the tour, in the Sierra de Cazorla. We head to perhaps the best spot in the world for observing and photographing griffon vultures. The giants of the skies glide past at eye level just a few meters away from us. We also have the chance to spot bearded vultures and golden eagles.
Accommodation & Catering
We’ll spend the first part of the tour in the Sierra de Andújar. Here, we’ll stay at a small, charming family-run hotel. The rooms are modern and well-equipped. We’ll enjoy local dishes every day at the hotel’s restaurant.
The owners are real animal lovers. The grounds are home not only to donkeys, horses, dogs, and turtles, but also to their own bird hides.
We spend the last two nights in a pleasant hotel with spacious rooms in the small but very interesting town of Ubeda.
Daily Programme
In the Sierra de Andujar, in the lynx area, the days start early in the morning after a hearty breakfast. For about 5-6 hours we set off in search of the lynx and other animals. We are back at the accommodation around 1 pm. After lunch, we have a few hours to rest a little, typically Spanish! At around 4:30pm we go out stalking again for more sightings. We are back at the hotel at 10 pm, where we round off the day with a glass of wine and a good meal.
In the Sierra de Cazorla, the days don't start quite so early, but we are out and about all day.
Equipment & Photography
Normally, we enjoy pleasant temperatures of around 23 degrees and sunshine throughout the day. In the evening and at night, however, it cools down noticeably, so warmer clothing should not be missing. Good sports or trekking shoes are also suitable, hiking boots are not necessary.
We recommend larger lenses (300 mm or more) for photographers, but you can also take great photos in the hides with smaller lenses and even cell phones. A tripod is also very useful, especially one with a ball head. There are fixtures for this in the hides.
Contact us
Are you convinced yet, or do you have any questions? Feel free to reach out to us via the contact form below, WhatsApp (+41765811893), or email (info@mobywildlifetours.com).