Birdwatching tour from Agadir and Taghazout

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Your birdwatching adventure begins in Souss-Massa National Park, one of Morocco’s most important protected natural reserves and an internationally recognized sanctuary for bird conservation. The park’s diverse landscapes — including sand dunes, argan forests, coastal cliffs, wetlands, and oasis valleys — create the perfect habitat for a remarkable variety of bird species and wildlife. Moving at a relaxed pace through the different ecosystems, your guide will use expert local knowledge of feeding areas, nesting territories, and seasonal migration patterns to maximize wildlife sightings throughout the excursion. During the tour, visitors often have the chance to observe some of the region’s most fascinating birds, including the endangered Northern Bald Ibis, one of the rarest birds in the world. Other commonly spotted species include the Crested Lark, Bonnelli’s Eagle, Red-necked Nightjar, Woodchat Shrike, Greater Flamingo, Grey Heron, and the colorful Striolated Bunting. Depending on the season, the park may also reveal wheatears, warblers, sandgrouse, black-shouldered kites, and many additional migratory and resident species, making every visit unique for birdwatching enthusiasts and photographers alike. After the morning exploration, the excursion continues with a relaxing lunch break in a peaceful area near the park. Guests can enjoy a traditional Moroccan meal while taking time to rest, discuss the species observed during the morning session, and prepare for the afternoon birdwatching experience. In the afternoon, the journey continues toward the Massa River wetlands, where freshwater lagoons and coastal habitats attract an entirely different collection of birdlife. This area is especially rich in waterbirds and waders, offering excellent opportunities for observation and photography. Species frequently seen here include Black-winged Stilts, Ruddy Shelducks, Little Egrets, Common Sandpipers, Marsh Harriers, and the beautiful Moussier’s Redstart, one of Morocco’s most iconic endemic birds. Visitors may also spot spoonbills, plovers, wagtails, coots, and moorhens gathering along the riverbanks and shallow waters. The Massa River becomes particularly active during the early morning and late afternoon, when birds gather to feed or return to their resting areas. With patience and careful observation, visitors can expect to photograph an impressive variety of raptors, passerines, waders, and wetland birds in a single unforgettable day surrounded by the natural beauty of southern Morocco.

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