About this experience
This guided tour to the Local Protected Landscape of Rocha da Pena is led by a guide with unique and complete information about the flora, fauna, geology, history and culture of this unique location, knowledge that he gathered for over 20 years as the area’s environmental technician.
The Local Protected Landscape of Rocha da Pena has been a protected area since 1991, it is one of the main destinations for nature lovers visiting the Algarve. Its huge variety of botanical wildlife attracts both amateur and professional botanists every year from all over the world, the animal wildlife is diverse but shy therefore a lucky visitor may see an eagle and buzzard flying overhead. Its unique geological limestone characteristics make it a geological monument while presenting breathtaking panoramic views and its history will make the tour even more interesting.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
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Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- If required all clients will recieve a bottle of water..
- Guide
Itinerary and highlights
The Local Protected Landscape of Rocha da Pena has been a protected area since 1991. It has many attractions such as botanical, bird and mammal species. it has approximately 535 different species of plants, many of them protected, 122 different species of birds, including the Bonelli's Eagle and the Buzzard and mammals such as the Wild Boar, the Rabbit, the Fox, the Common Bent-Wing Bat, the Lesser Mouse Eared Bat, the Genet and the Egyptian Mongoose. It is not guaranteed that all the animal wild life will be seen.
This area also has historical and cultural importance like the prehistoric Algarvian Salamander and the Neolithic Defensive Wall that can be found on top of Rocha da Pena.
All this with a guide who knows this area better than anyone else.
Meeting and pickup information
- Look for the man with a brown hat.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Morgan's Nature Walks
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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