4 days & 3 nights

Experience the feeling of walking through the Iberian wolf territory, following  tracks and traces and learning more about this fascinating animal and the importance of its conservation. The secular fight for survival, the struggle of Man VS Wolf, left very visible marks on the territory and in folk tales. Explore this unique heritage and the amazing territory of Peneda-Gerês National Park.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

Garranos (Equus caballus), Iberian wolf (Canis lupus) ecosystem, Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus), Hort-toed Eagle (Circaetus gallicus), Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus), rural heritage associated to the wolf.

 

DAY BY DAY

Day 1 | Welcome Branda da Aveleira

Day 2 | Man VS Wolf, the life in the mountains

Day 3 | Mountain and Plateau, the wolf territory

Day 4 | Departure

GRADING: Moderate day walks
JOIN US: All year

INCLUDES

Tour leader/biologist (2 days)

Accommodation 3 nights

2 Dinners

2 Pic-Nic lunches

 

Other info:

  • Passport: Yes for non-EU citizens
  • Essential Equipment: Walking shoes, warm jacket or sweater in May and October, sunhat, suncream, daypack to carry your belongings on walks, waterproof jacket, water bottle: while mineral water is available at the hotel and shops, it’s safe to drink the local tap water, so remember to bring refillable water bottles and keep hydrated during the day.