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Sunshine, desert birds and special endemics.
The Canary Islands host many endemic species with the Island of Fuerteventura hosting the Canary Islands Chat, Plain Swift, Berthelot’s Pipit and the Houbara Bustard of the race Chlamydotis undulata fuerteventurae.

Target Birds

Below is a list of the birds that we can reasonably expect to see at this time of year in this location.
This is intended only as a guide and we cannot guarantee that we will see every species listed, however we may also see birds which are not listed

• Canary Islands Chat
• Plain Swift
• Berthelot’s Pipit
• Houbara Bustard
• Barbary Falcon
• Cream Coloured Courser
• Black-bellied Sandgrouse
• Stone Curlew
• Barbary Partridge
• Trumpeter Finch
• Egyptian Vulture
• Spectacled Warbler
• Lesser Short-toed Lark
• Ruddy Shelduck
• Marbled Duck

Itinerary

Below is our planned itinerary for the trip, although we try our best to stick to our itineraries, occasionally it does become necessary to change things around a little bit due to the weather or the presence/lack of birds at particular sites during the time of our visit.






The Canary Islands host many endemic species with the Island of Fuerteventura hosting the Canary Islands Chat, Plain Swift, Berthelot’s Pipit and the Houbara Bustard of the race Chlamydotis undulata fuerteventurae.

A four night break here is a good way to get a bit of sun and birding during the long winter. Species normally associated with mountain/desert/steppe areas like Barbary Falcon, Cream Coloured Courser, Black-bellied Sandgrouse, Stone Curlew, Barbary Partridge, Trumpeter Finch, Egyptian Vulture, Spectacled Warbler and Lesser Short-toed Lark.

Plenty of other species occur to keep us occupied such as Hoopoe, Southern Grey Shrike and wintering birds add to the numbers. Small wetlands can hold Ruddy Shelduck and Marbled Duck plus any potential American or even tropical vagrant.

Holiday date:

16th - 20th December 2009

Holiday Cost:

£499.00

Cost to WWT Members

£474.05

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Deposit:

£200.00

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Single Room Supplement:

£40.00

If you are travelling alone but willing to share we maybe able to find a roommate for you to reduce the cost.
Please see the booking form for more information

Flights

Flights available from £80.00

What is included in the cost of your holiday?

All transport on Fuerteventura, all accommodation and meals (excepting lunch), entrance fees to reserves and the services of guides. Drinks and items of a personal nature are not included. Hotel/guest houses will be at least two-star standard. The breakfasts are typically a simple affair of toast/coffee or continental style. We may even take a simple packed breakfast with us to eat in the field or alternatively eat at a cafe. Evening meals are two-three courses. Hotel details can be forwarded on request when at least six clients have booked.

What is included in the cost of your holiday?

All transport on Fuerteventura, all accommodation and meals (excepting lunch), entrance fees to reserves and the services of guides. Drinks and items of a personal nature are not included. Hotel/guest houses will be at least two-star standard. The breakfasts are typically a simple affair of toast/coffee or continental style. We may even take a simple packed breakfast with us to eat in the field or alternatively eat at a cafe. Evening meals are two-three courses. Hotel details can be forwarded on request when at least six clients have booked.

Other Information

Lunch and fresh coffee stops will be made each day to collect provisions at a supermarket or suitable café/restaurante. Tapas are available in most places and usually offer a delicious array of dishes. Accommodation will be of a good standard with en-suite rooms. Evening meals generally consist of three courses. Timings for meals can be adjusted to suit birding as some earlier starts and evening excursions are recommended for seeing certain species. Although the water is drinkable we recommend that bottled water is drunk, it is advisable to drink regularly. Flights and insurance are not included, the latter is essential on all holidays. Anser will help with flights/insurance on your behalf if you prefer not to book your own. Easyjet/Ryanair fly to Fuerteventura from many airports, other airlines offer cheap flights to the area from around Britain, we can do the searching for you and usually find prices of between £70-100.00. Please note; Anser cannot be held responsible for changes in flight times or delays etc. Insurance is essential and can be arranged by us. See terms and conditions in the brochure. It is advisable to bring a European Health Insurance Card which is free from the Post Office, fill in the form and one will be posted. This provides instant reciprocal cover in the unlikely event of an accident. Spanish pharmacies are as well stocked as English ones so all self-help treatments can be purchased if needed. The Spanish currency is the Euro.

Please note: Anser cannot be held responsible for changes in flight times or delays etc.

Clothing & Equipment

Warm clothing such as a fleece with a waterproof should the evenings be cooler or we encounter a shower. Sun-cream, a hat, sunglasses and lighter clothes with shorts are advisable. A telescope/digital camera is desirable but Anser guides carry Leica/Swarovski telescopes which will be set on any species showing for clients use

Environment

Some steep slopes are possible in the hilly regions and barrancos. Uneven tracks and fields are also encountered but most areas are flat and provide easy walking. We are never too far from the bus. The climate is warm even in winter thanks to reliable sunshine; it is usually 16-220 c at this time of year.

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01452 741591

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