Mortitx Valley

SERRA DE TRAMUNTANA - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Birding Tour

Eagle and vulture experience

The Mortitx valley lays between Pollença and the Lluc monastery and it hosts a remarkable diversity of raptors. In spring and autumn numerous migratory birds fly over or rest in the area.

Mortitx also hosts numerous endemic plants, such as the Balearic St. John’s wort, Balearic delphinium, Balearic milkvetch and Pastinaca lucida. In the Mortitx valley we will dive into true wilderness with dramatic rock and mountains landscapes surrounding Holm oak and Aleppo pine forests, Mediterranean garrigues and ancient olive groves. Altogether these make the Serra de Tramuntana the largest and most spectacular wild area in the Balearics.

 

Main species

Black and Griffon vultures, Bonelli’s eagle, Peregrine, Kestrel, Red kite, Eleonora’s falcon (April-October). Other species that can be seen here are: Blue-rock thrush, Cirl bunting, Mediterranean flycatcher, Firecrest and Crossbill (the three last ones are endemic subspecies).

Recommended seasons

Spring, summer, autumn & winter.

Tour details

The tour consists of a walk through the forest, the vineyard and the ancient olive groves. It is possible to organize an optional wine tasting and lunch at the winery.

  • Type of tour: Walk.
  • Duration: 4 h.
  • Getting there: 30’.
  • Difficulty: Easy (with some gentle slopes).

Habitats

Mountain, Mediterranean garrigue, Aleppo pine and Holm oak forests, olive groves, vineyard.

Note

The Mortitx Valley can be combined with another half-day at Cuber reservoir or Albufereta for a full-day tour.

Booking terms and conditions

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FAQs

What equipment should I bring on the tour?

Bring binoculars and, if you have one, a camera (a spotting scope is optional). We recommend comfortable shoes, enough water, and some food. Depending on the weather: cap, sunscreen, insect repellent, warm clothing, and a raincoat.

Yes. We often visit two nearby areas on the same day, which turns it into a full-day tour.

Yes, we offer free transportation from the areas of Pollença, Port de Pollença, and Alcúdia.

Half-day tours last 4 hours, and full-day tours last 8 hours.

The maximum is 8 people, although most groups usually have 2 to 4 people.

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