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Discover the Best Wildlife, Walking, and Cultural Holidays in Spain
Throw yourself into the vibrant culture of Spain’s historic cities, delectable cuisine, and picturesque landscapes Guided holidays at G Adventures.

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/

Mammals of Spain, Wildlife

Iberian Wolf (Canis lupus signatus) Lobo Ibérico

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  • Spanish: Lobo
  • Catalan: Llop

The Iberian wolf, Canis Lupus, has suffered much persecution over the centuries. Already being eradicated from many countries and, despite a bounty on every head of a wolf during the 1950’s and 60’s. Some small populations of these mammals survived and now receive a partial protection especially when they reside in protected (natural and national park) areas of Spain. (A hunting ban came into force in 2021)

Recent Legislative Changes: Reversal of the 2021 Hunting Ban

In March 2025, the Spanish parliament passed a law targeting “food production waste”, which included an amendment to lift the 2021 ban on wolf hunting north of the Duero River. This decision allows controlled hunting to resume in regions like Asturias, Cantabria, Galicia, and northern Castilla y León, where most of Spain’s Iberian wolves reside. The amendment was supported by parties such as the People’s Party (PP), Vox, Junts, and the Basque Nationalist Party (PNV). Read more here.

Read about the 2021 hunting ban of the Iberian wolf over at the Iberia Nature Forum: https://iberianatureforum.com/forums/topic/iberian-wolf-hunting-ban/ Feel free to join in with the topics there! 🙂

Iberian wolf populations are mainly in scattered packs in the forests and plains of north-western Spain whilst the north of Portugal also holds small numbers.

The Junta de Andalucia declared the wolf extinct in Andalucia (the Sierra Morena) in 2023. Read more here.

A few details about the Iberian wolf

The Iberian wolf can reach a height of around 70cm and length of 120cm. The animal is different in colour from the Eurasian wolf by having dark markings on its forelegs, back and tail with white markings on its upper lips. This is the reason for the last part of the scientific name, with signatus meaning “marked”. Males weigh around 40kg with females being of a finer / slimmer build.

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Mammals of Spain, Wildlife

Iberian Wolf Hunting Regulations in Spain: Spain Lifts Wolf Hunting Ban North of the Duero

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The management of Iberian wolf (Canis lupus signatus) populations in Spain has always been a subject of ongoing debate, balancing conservation efforts with the interests of livestock farmers. Recent legislative changes have further complicated this issue, particularly concerning hunting regulations north and south of the Duero River.

Read more about the Iberian wolf here.

Historical Context of Wolf Hunting in Spain

Historically, the Iberian wolf has faced significant persecution, leading to its eradication in several regions. By the mid-20th century, bounties were placed on wolves, drastically reducing their numbers. However, small populations survived, primarily in northwestern Spain and northern Portugal.

Iberian Wolf Hunting Regulations in Spain. In 2021, Spain granted Iberian wolves north of the Duero River protected status, expanding a pre-existing hunting prohibition in the south. This move was met with strong opposition from farmers, who warned it would result in increased attacks on livestock.
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Conservation Project Aims to Restore Odiel Marshes

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The Odiel Marshes in Huelva, Andalucia. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and one of Andalusia’s most ecologically valuable areas, is undergoing a significant environmental restoration. A new conservation and prevention project, backed by the Andalusian Ministry of Sustainability and Environment, has been launched to tackle pollution and habitat degradation. The initiative, with a budget of over €728,000, is part of the EU-funded NextGenerationEU Recovery, Transformation, and Resilience Plan.

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Cultural Holidays, Focus on, Wildlife Holidays

Spain’s Underrated Interior: A Journey Through the Serranía Celtibérica

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Spain, a country renowned for its vibrant coastal regions and captivating cities that often overshadow a treasure nestled within its heartland. While the majority of tourists flock to the sun-kissed beaches and bustling metropolises, a vast and sparsely populated interior awaits exploration. So, lets take a journey through the Serranía Celtibérica!

A Journey Through the Serranía Celtibérica

One such region, a treasure waiting to be unearthed, is the “Serranía Celtibérica.” This expansive region encompasses the eastern limits of the Sistema Central (Central Mountain Range) and the entirety of the Sistema Ibérico (Iberian Mountains), covering much of the interior of north-eastern and eastern Spain.

Spain’s Underrated Interior: A Journey Through the Serranía Celtibérica. This region was the cradle of Celtic-Iberian civilizations millennia ago. It has also been likened to “Spanish Lapland,” given its low population density – comparable to the Scandinavian region – and its extremely cold winters. In fact, some of the coldest towns in Spain, experiencing temperatures as low as -25°C, are located within this region.
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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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