Bird watching in Crete: in the refugees of Gyps Fulvus and Gypaetus Barbatus
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Zigzagging uphill through predator’s colonies, impressive land-forms, and cultural elements of mainland Crete. In the southwestern foothills of the massif of Psiloritis lies the Gorge of Platania offering a special tour. The marked path, bordered by vulture colony, climbs the hillside in a weaving, zigzagging manner crossing a scenery of unique land forms at the western boundaries of Psiloritis Geopark. The elevation of escalation is at the same time an entrance to the unknown world of birds of prey over the historical provinces of Amari and St. Vasilios, where the presence of even more rare big sedentary birds (predators and scavengers) has been recorded. Ideal place for bird watching raptors.
What’s included?
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Experienced english-speaking mountain / cultural Guide -
Binoculars (to be shared among the participants), trekking poles (upon request), First Aid Kit -
personal excursion booklet -
Pic-nic in nature (with local seasonal products) -
Personal accident insurance, powed by Lloyd's insurance company -
Bottled water -
Private transportation
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Other guided tours and entrance fees in organized archaeological sites
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Drinks, personal expenses and tips
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Anything that is not mentioned
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 4-6 hours
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Mobile tickets accepted
Covid Policy
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Thematic excursions | Activities in nature | Fly & drive | Tailor-made tours. PETASSOS is an agency of experiential tourism in Crete & Greece. Having crisscrossed our land for more than 20 years, we feel like knowing deeply this multifaceted country and we are eager to share with you our passion and guide you to the paths revealing its treasures, history and culture. Our experienced & enthousiastic team of archaeologists, historians, biologists, geologists, mountaineers, scholars of the Cretan culture, travel experts, plan & accompany you in thematic excursions & walking tours to the most beautiful, immaculate and unexplored parts of our country. At Petassos we travel you across space & time, focusing on the interaction between people and the landscape, under the overarching principles of respect for nature and sustainable development. So, make your decision for the next trip and grab your hat! We have a long journey ahead.
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