Top Spain Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 5

Look for whales and dolphins off Gran Canaria on a marine-sightseeing cruise from Puerto Rico. Board a comfortable boat and sail into the Atlantic to spot dolphins, pilot, and minke whales, and more. Watch from the deck or through underwater windows, enjoy unlimited sodas, and purchase snacks and alcoholic drinks (own expense). Choose from different departure times, and upgrade to enjoy a longer cruise with a swim stop, and for convenient round-trip transfers from selected resorts.

Get to know Spain’s Penedès region better on a small-group cava- and wine-tasting tour from Barcelona. Visit a winery in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, the capital of cava, Catalonia’s answer to Champagne, then explore a second winery’s vineyards on a Jeep. Get plenty of opportunities to taste both wine and cava, and indulge in local delights such as cheese and charcuterie. Includes return minibus transportation from Barcelona.

Explore the Basque Country beyond San Sebastian on this full-day, small-group, guided tour. Get picked up at your hotel or apartment and set out to see the 10th-century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. Stroll through the old town of Bilbao and along the riverbank to explore the striking Guggenheim Museum with an audio guide. Lunch in a traditional restaurant is included.

Live classic music from floating musicians makes exploring the Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach) even more dramatic. With a rowboat ride across Lake Martel and a stop at a Mallorca pearl factory, this half-day tour features the cave’s magnificent highlights, from turquoise-colored water to soaring rock formations.

Explore the Granada districts of Albaicin and Sacromonte on a walking tour with a guide who tells stories and shares information as you go. You'll walk around 2 miles (3 kilometers), enjoying the lead of a guide instead of having to look at a map or worry about where to go. Hear about the heritage and lifestyles of the neighborhoods, including Arabic history, gypsy culture, and flamenco music.

See a new perspective on Fuerteventura and its abundant wildlife on this small-group whale and dolphin watching boat tour. Choose from several convenient tour times, hop aboard your Zodiac and set sail. You can admire the spectacular coastal scenery of Fuerteventura, such as the Jandía Nature Reserve and Morro Jable beach. And keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, and other marine life as you cruise.

Once known as the most dangerous hike in the world, El Caminito del Rey is now one of the most popular attractions in Spain. Guarantee entrance by booking your tour in advance. This tour not only includes a guide to lead you down the narrow walkways, but also includes round-trip transportation from Seville so you don’t have to sweat the travel logistics.

We will start the tour with pick-up with transport at an agreed starting point. We will visit Caminito del Rey accompanied by a local guide. The Caminito del Rey consists of 7,7 kms between walkways and trails crossing at the end of the route over a 105 mts high suspension bridge over the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes. We will return to the meeting point to resume the return trip.

Barcelona Aquarium is one of the largest in Europe and plays host to one of the world’s most impressive collections of Mediterranean marine life. Beat the ticket purchase lines and guarantee entry to this family-friendly attraction with a skip-the-line ticket, valid for the time slot you’ve selected. Browse informative exhibits about almost 11,000 different sea creatures, and stroll through a 262-foot (80-meter) tunnel inhabited by sharks and eels.

The Lobos Island Return Ferry from Corralejo, Fuerteventura, is the easiest way to explore the tranquil Isla de Lobos Natural Park. By booking your ferry in advance, you can skip the lines and choose from convenient departure and return times. Once on the island, enjoy it your way—hike for stunning views, relax on La Concha Beach, or wander through its charming, untouched landscape.

Explore Tenerife’s mountainous interiors during this half-day, small-group guided tour in a Renault Twizy electric mini-car. Roll across the lava fields of Chinyero, visit a banana plantation, and see secluded Canarian villages. Quiet, open-air cars allow for an immersive experience. Tours include a local coffee, complimentary soft drink, and admission to listed stops; hotel pickup, meals, tips, and warm clothing are not included.

Venture beyond the mainland, and have a passport to some of northern Mallorca’s loveliest coastal scenery, on this half-day catamaran tour. In the morning, hop aboard and meet your friendly captain and crew before setting sail on the Bay of Pollensa. Enjoy chances to swim, snorkel, and stand-up paddleboard; see hidden coves and the picture-perfect Formentor Playa; and relax on board with lunch, drinks, and plenty of sunbathing opportunities.

Create an unforgettable experience on this tour of Gran Canaria’s volcanoes — and then settle at the top of Pico de Las Nieves for a panoramic view of the sunset. On your journey to the top, pass volcanic landscapes and learn about how they were made and why they look the way they do. See the Tamadaba mountains and make a stop at a local market to purchase unique products.

If you want to explore the south of Fuerteventura without the hassle of self-driving or the discomfort of large tour buses, this private tour is for you. Over a full day you’ll be taken through some beautiful landscapes, stopping at highlights like small villages and farms, the caves of Ajuy, and both white and black-sand beaches. Sample local cuisine and enjoy the beauty of this half of the island.

Large bus tours to Figueres and the Costa Brava often move quickly, limiting time at each stop. This small-group tour from Barcelona caps numbers at eight travelers, creating a more relaxed pace throughout the day. Travel directly to Figueres to visit the Dali Museum with time to focus on the artist’s life and work, then continue to the Costa Brava to enjoy the coastline without rushing.

Malaga’s wine heritage is rooted in the surrounding countryside, where many historic vineyards are difficult to reach without a car. This small-group tour makes it easy to explore the region’s viniculture beyond the city, with visits to a rural vineyard and wine cellar near Málaga. Learn about traditional production methods, enjoy views over the Mediterranean landscape, and sample local wines paired with tapas during a guided tasting.

Revel in the incredible mountain scenery of the Pyrenees on this full-day guided tour from Barcelona. Travel through the charming villages of the Pyrenees’ foothills by minivan, then ride a rack railway to Nuria Valley, a vision of green pastures and peaks overlooking a lake. Drink in the setting and crisp air, and enjoy free time to go hiking, horseback riding, or grab lunch at a traditional restaurant (all own expense).

Embark on a unique sailing trip to witness one of the most magical and romantic moments of the day. This tour is ideal for those looking to unwind, enjoy the calm sea and admire the sunset from a unique perspective. There is no better place to see the day end than from the deck of a sailboat, with good company, music, drinks and snacks.

Experience the medieval city that looms high over two river gorges on this full-day, guided tour to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cuenca. Walk among the narrow, stacked houses that seem to hang on the cliff’s edge in this city surrounded by stunning nature. Enjoy stops at the Enchanted City, where strange geological formations stand in the natural landscape, and Ventano del Diablo canyon. Optional admission to Cuenca Cathedral is included depending on your choice.

Take in the beauty of Cádiz during the golden sunset hour with this horseback ride along the long open stretch of sand at Playa Mangueta. Begin with a brief tutorial to get comfortable with your horse, then set off at a relaxing pace to skirt the surf as the sun dips below the horizon to savor the view and snap souvenir photos.

Get off the road and discover some of Lanzarote's most rugged volcanic landscapes on this private quad bike tour. After pickup from your Costa Teguise hotel, you'll receive an introduction to the quad, put on your safety glasses, and ride. Next, follow your guide into Lanzarote's northern landscape that looks like Mars, from the Tinamala volcano to the rugged quarries found in the region.

Explore beyond Seville's city limits—without the hassle of renting a car—and experience its wild side during this 4x4 adventure to Doñana National Park. Travel into the pine forests, marshes, and pastures of this UNESCO-listed wilderness, home to more than 300 species of birds. Hike its nature trails and visit the chapel and bird observatory in El Rocío. Finish your day on the beach during a visit to one of Spain’s largest dune systems.

Walking the Caminito del Rey can be difficult to organize on your own due to access and logistics. This full-day tour simplifies the experience with transport from multiple Costa del Sol locations and a guide leading the way. Follow the dramatic cliffside pathway above the Guadalhorce River, then enjoy free time in the white town of Ardales.

Spend a full day immersed in the beauty of Mallorca’s mountainous northern coast and the World Heritage-listed Tramuntana mountain ranges. Ride a vintage-style tram to charming Puerto Soller, where you can admire original works by Miro and Picasso and take a guided tour of village highlights. Take in spectacular views as your coach winds through mountain roads, and enjoy leisure time to explore the lovely town of Valldemosa.