Birdwatching (full day)

Birdwatching (full day)

We depart early towards Nordeste, to take advantage of one of the periods of greater activity of the most singular bird of te island of São Miguel: the Azorean bullfinch (Pyrrhula murina). Being one of the last and most extensive and important nucleus of native vegetation in São Miguel, the Serra da Tronqueira (Nordeste) houses a precious collection of botanical endemisms. Associated with these, we can also observe great part of the passerines endemic to the Azores, which evolved alongside with the Laurisilva forest, one of them being the Azorean bullfinch. After the picnic lunch, we go to the village of Povoação in order to observe birds along the coast. In addition to gulls and terns, it is also possible to observe waders and herons. On the way to Ponta Delgada, we make a stop on the shores of Lagoa das Furnas, for a stroll through the banks that allows the observation of several species of birds from holarctic origin, of various groups, with emphasis on some species of Anatidae. Return to Ponta Delgada is made by the South coast of the island.

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Duration

9H

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Difficulty

Easy

(w/o experience)

Minimum age: N/A

(until 18 years must be accompanied by parents or guardians, , or bring a written permission).

NOTES:

The performance of the activities are subject to weather conditions and logistics.

Schedules and meeting points

08h00 - Picos de Aventura

08:45 – Beginning of the birdwatching activity

12:00 – Lunch in Vila do Nordeste (picnic)

13:00 – Stop by the beach and port of Povoação

14:30 – Stop along the shores of Lagoa das Furnas

16:00 – Departure towards Ponta Delgada by the South Coast

17h00 – Arrival at Ponta Delgada and end of activity

Minimum equipment necessary

Binoculars, Footwear suitable for walking (Hiking boots), comfortable clothing, light jacket, extra t-shirt or sweatshirt, snack, water, backpack, sunscreen and hat.

Recommended Equipment

N/A