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Ilha de Tavira

Algarve  >  Portugal

Beautiful area for waders and coastal birds! Especially a lovely area in winter! Here it is a good site with loads of vantage points to observe birds.

Added* by Klaas vd Ploeg
Most recent update 26 března 2026

Description

Ilha de Tavira is a long, sandy barrier island just off the coast of Tavira. A beautiful area where species such as plameňák růžový, kolpík bílý, and pisila čáponohá can be frequently seen. The region is particularly rich in birdlife, especially during migration periods and in winter. As an integral part of the Ria Formosa Natural Park, this protected area offers refuge and food to various bird species, with the combination of habitats such as salt marshes and swamps contributing to the high local biodiversity.

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Português: Uma área belíssima. Espécies como flamingos, colhereiros e pernilongos podem ser avistados aqui com frequência. A região é particularmente rica em avifauna, especialmente durante os períodos de migração e no inverno. Sendo parte integrante do Parque natural da Ria Formosa, esta área protegida oferece refúgio e alimentação a várias espécies de aves, com a junção de habitats como sapais e pântanos a contribuir para a elevada biodiversidade local.

Details

Access

Ilha de Tavira is located just off the coast of Tavira. Parking near the port is usually free. Access can be gained from the N125, turning, in the Tavira area, towards the village of Pedras D'el-Rei /Ilha de Tavira. Press P on the map for directions.

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Português: O estacionamento nas imediações do porto costuma ser gratuito. O acesso pode ser feito vindo da N125, virando, na zona de Tavira, para a aldeia de Pedras D'el-Rei /Ilha de Tavira.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Sea , Lake , Mud flats

Conditions

Flat , Sandy , Hilly

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Winter

Route

Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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