Boumort Highlands, located in the westernmost Catalan Pre-Pyrenees, offers us a landscape with sub-Mediterranean and rocky forests, and includes different protected areas such as Boumort National Reserve and Orígens Geopark.
Its main attraction is the fauna that inhabits in it. There is a significant population of red deer, which can be seen all year long. However, the most spectacular moment is during the rut season, between mid-September and mid-October, when it is possible to enjoy the deer rut, an astonishing show in which male deer try to attract the females. Furthermore, the reserve stands out for being the only place in Europe where the four European species of vultures breed: griffon vulture, black vulture, bearded vulture and Egyptian vulture, making of this destination a highly attractive area for birdwatchers.
The day begins with a 4×4 route that will take us through the endless tracks of the reserve. During the day we will stop at a strategic fixed point from where we will try to spot deer specimens with the help of binoculars and a terrestrial telescope. Hopefully, we will be able to hear and observe the deer rut to attract the females. Later, we will go on a walking route to interpret the traces that the animals leave in the forest. The route can be more or less demanding depending on the physical conditions of each group.
A must see for wildlife lovers, which can only be enjoyed for a few days a year, from September to October, during the rutting season. The times where it is more likely and easier to enjoy the activity are during sunrise and sunset. That is why we offer activities in the morning (6am to 2:30 pm) and in the afternoon (3:30 pm to 10:30 pm).
The perfect experience for animal lovers, which can be enjoyed during all the season, from spring to autumn, since our vehicles and facilities are air-conditioned.
On the first day, the activity will start in the evening and consists of a 4×4 route which will take us along never-ending tracks in the reserve. We will stop several times along the way to watch the animals existing in the reserve. On the second day, we will start the route in the morning. First, we will stop at an area of supplementary feeding for birds of prey, where you will experience a wildlife show at the reach of your hand. Taking a camera is a must to capture this unique moment, when birds of prey, deer and foxes share a feast a few metres away from the hide. Then, the 4×4 route will continue until the starting point of the 30min hike which will take you on top of Boumort Peak, place where you will enjoy a picnic lunch with the best views in the area.
An authentic safari in one of the most unexplored and remote locations in Catalonia, Boumort Wildlife Reserve.
First, a 4x4 route awaits you to reach the heart of the reserve until Canyet de Boumort, a supplementary feeding area for birds where you will live an animal experience just a few metres away from you. We recommend bringing a camera to capture that unique moment in which the vultures share a great feast with other animals of the reserve. After this activity, you will continue the 4x4 route unitl the starting point of the path which takes to Boumort Peak, where you will enjoy a picnic lunch with the best views of the reserve. Finally, you will take the way back meaning the end of this wonderful day.
The observation of the four species is not guaranteed, being easier to see them all from february to august.
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