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Discover the Best Wildlife, Walking, and Cultural Holidays in Spain
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Are you looking for wildlife, walking, and cultural holidays in Spain? Or perhaps you’re interested in finding wildlife-watching places in Spain? At Wildside Holidays, we offer comprehensive information about Spain’s Natural and National parks. Our site is a treasure trove for anyone passionate about Spanish wildlife and nature.

Sustainable Rural and Wildlife Tourism in Spain

Sustainable rural and wildlife tourism in Spain plays a crucial role in protecting wildlife and their habitats. Numerous studies demonstrate the positive impact of wildlife tourism on local economies, habitats, and the species that inhabit them. By choosing eco-friendly tours, you contribute to conservation efforts while enjoying the natural beauty of Spain.

Navigate Wildside Holidays Spain

Whether you are browsing on a desktop or mobile, navigating our resources is simple.

On Desktop:
  • Right Column: Find protected areas in the Spanish regions.
  • Top Menu: Explore detailed wildlife and species pages.
  • Left Column: Discover the best local guides and links to book your guided wildlife holiday in Spain.
On Mobile:
  • Use the menu button or scroll down to access all the information.
Wildlife Photography Hides in Spain

If you are passionate about wildlife photography, check out our article on Finding Wildlife Photography Hides in Spain. This resource provides detailed descriptions and links to companies offering wildlife hides, perfect for capturing stunning images of Spain’s diverse fauna.

Top Independent Activity Holiday Companies

For those on a desktop or laptop, the left column features links to some of the top independent activity holiday companies in Spain. On a mobile device, simply scroll down to find these resources. These companies offer a range of outdoor adventures, ensuring you have an unforgettable experience.

Accommodation and Travel Booking

Traveling without a guiding company? We highly recommend using Booking.com for all your hotel and accommodation needs. On all the natural park information pages there are maps with hotel suggestions.

For convenient travel arrangements, reserve your trains and buses through the OMIO booking box located on all pages of our site.

Ready to explore the natural wonders of Spain? At Wildside Holidays, we make it easy to plan your perfect wildlife, walking, and cultural holiday.

Embark on an eco-friendly adventure and discover the rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes of Spain.

Trips and tours in Spain from Viator

Spain holds a vast array of amazing places to visit and explore and very often a guide will help you get the best out of a visit to a certain area. Have a look at the organised guided trips on offer from the Viator website.

A huge thank you to everyone that uses the links on these pages to reserve a hotel, Viator or Get Your Guide guided trip, Tiqets entry or transport by train / bus in Spain. The small commission we receive helps a lot. Thankyou!

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Ronda Today

Everything you need to know before you visit Ronda “The city of dreams” in Andalucia. https://www.rondatoday.com/

Visit Cádiz

Planning on visiting Cádiz? Tourist information. Monuments. Hotels. Activities. City guides: https://visitingcadiz.com/

The Caminito del Rey

Find tickets for the Caminito del Rey: https://www.caminodelrey.es/

Wildside Holidays – Spain

Take a trip on the Wildside! Discover the wildlife and nature of Spain, its Natural and National Parks and find the top wildlife, activity and walking holiday companies.

Iberia Nature Forum

Struggling with identifying those bugs and beasties? Why not check out the Iberia nature Forum! https://iberianatureforum.com/

Iberian Lynx Population Reaches 2401 in 2024: Europe’s Most Endangered Cat Nears Recovery


The Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus), once critically endangered, has reached its highest population ever recorded. As of 2024, there are 2,401 wild Iberian lynxes across Spain and Portugal. This 19% increase over the previous year marks a milestone in one of Europe’s most ambitious conservation programs. From fewer than 100 in 2002, the species is now expanding in both range and breeding strength—yet challenges remain. (Iberian Lynx Population Reaches 2401 in 2024)

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Sierra Norte de Sevilla

  • Region: Andalucia
  • Province: Sevilla
  • Declared a Natural Park: 1989
  • Park surface area: 177,484 hectares
  • Declared a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2011
  • Towns and villages: Alanís, Almadén de la Plata, Cazalla de la Sierra, Constantina, Guadalcanal, El Real de la Jara, El Pedroso, La Puebla de los Infantes, Las Navas de la Concepción, San Nicolás del Puerto

Points of interest

A semi-mountainous area, set between two other natural parks, which together form an extended protected range. To the east is Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche in Huelva province. To the west is Sierra de Hornachuelos in Cordoba province.

  • The Sierra Norte de Sevilla shares with its neighbouring parks endangered creatures such as the Iberian Lynx, Black stork and Imperial eagle.
  • Evergreen oak trees dominate the terrain, interspersed with meadows or dehesas.
  • This sparsely populated area has two large man made lakes and rolling hills with winding country lanes.
  • The Huesna river, which holds both common and rainbow trout, has a waterfall that has been declared a National Heritage site. It is near the source of the river (nacimiento del Río Huesna) close to the village of San Nicolás del Puerto.
Listen to me, Clive, talking about the Sierra Norte de Sevilla
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Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche Natural Park

  • Region: Andalucia
  • Province: Huelva
  • Declared a Natural Park: 1989
  • Park surface area: 186,827 hectares
  • Towns and villages Alajar, Almonaster La Real, Aracena, Aroche, Arroyomolinos de Leon, Cala, Cañaveral de Leon, Castaño del Robledo, Corteconcepcion, Cortegana, Cortelazor, Cumbres de Enmedio, Cumbres de San Bartolome, Cumbres Mayores, Encinasola, Fuenteheridos, Galaroza, Higuera de La Sierra, Hinojales, Jabugo, Linares de La Sierra, Marines (los), Nava (la), Puerto-moral, Santa Ana La Real, Santa Olalla del Cala, Valdelarco, Zufre

Located in the far west of the Sierra Morena Mountains, in the north of the province of Huelva, the Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche Natural Park is characterised by its extensive forest, high rainfall, mild climate and interesting natural and cultural heritage.

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How Rainfall Revived Doñana in 2025: A Wetland in Full Bloom After Years of Decline

A Rare Spring Transformation

Doñana National and Natural Park is bursting with life this spring, thanks to a season of heavy rains. The once-parched marshlands have returned to their former glory, offering a rare spectacle of biodiversity and a glimpse of the wetland’s ecological potential. This resurgence has flooded over 39,000 hectares, transforming the landscape and reminding us why Doñana is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Take a trip on the Wildside! Discover the wildlife and nature of Spain, its Natural and National Parks and find the top wildlife, activity and walking holiday companies in Spain.

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