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DISCOVER THE BEST BIRDING DESTINATIONS IN MOROCCO

Best Birding Places in Morocco | Top Bird Watching Sites in Morocco

Morocco is a haven for bird watchers, with a diverse range of habitats and over 500 bird species to discover. Our guide to the Best Birding Places in Morocco will take you on a journey across the country, from the coast to the mountains and the desert, to explore the most rewarding bird watching sites. You’ll learn about the best times of year to visit, the most common species you’ll see, and the unique features of each location that make them special. Whether you’re a seasoned bird watcher or a beginner, our guide has everything you need to plan the perfect birding trip in Morocco.

ATLAS MOUNTAINS:

The Atlas Mountains are a series of high mountains in North Africa. This place is called “Adrar” or “Adrars” in Berber language and separates Morocco into two parts – the desert area and the Atlantic Ocean. The highest peak is Toubkal (4100 meters), and the weather is freezing in winter. Here, we can find rare birds like the Atlas horned lark, blue rock thrush, crimson-winged finch, Mossier’s redstart, and Levaillant’s woodpecker.

TAGDIL TRACK:

One of the famous birding places to visit in morocco boumalne dades whid family, where we see some birds, like temmink’s lark, thick build lark, eagle owls, cream cloured courser, thekla lark, tumpter finch.

TOUDGHA GOURGE:

Toudgha Gorge is a series of rock hills, deep gorges, and canyons (“wadi”). It is a part of the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, Africa. Here, we can find birds like crag martin, rock sparrow, and scrub warbler.

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MERZOUGA DESERT:

Merzouga is a tourist city located in the region of Daraa Tafilalet, Morocco. It is known for its sand dunes, desert birds, and nomad people. Here, we can see spectacular birds like the houbara bustard, hoopoe lark, desert sparrow, desert warbler, and lanner falcon.

BARRAGE MANSOUR DAHBBI:

Barrage Mansour Dahbbi is a great place to see spectacular birds like marbled ducks, ruddy shelducks, waders, and some ducks.

SIDI BOUGHABA:

Sidi Boughaba is one of the best cities and towns to visit in Rabat, Morocco. Here, we can see a series of birds like the Barbary partridge, marbled duck, and white-headed duck.

MERDJA ZARGA:

In Merdja Zarga, we can visit a blue lagoon near the town of Moulay Bousselham and see a lot of birds like greenshank and redshank.

OUED MASSA AND OUED SOUSS:

Oued Massa and Oued Souss are two of the best birding areas to visit in Agadir, Morocco. Here, we can see birds like black-crowned tchagra, marbled duck, flamingos, roosting gulls, terns, and shorebirds.

CEDAR FOREST:

Azrou has one of the largest Moroccan forests called Cedar Forests. It is a part of the Middle Atlas Mountains and is very close to Ifrane, the coldest city in Morocco. It is a popular birding destination where we can see a series of Moroccan birds like firecrest, woodlark, and great spotted woodpecker.

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F.A.Q. (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS):

Q: What are the best birding places in Morocco?

A: Some of the best birding places in Morocco include Merzouga in the Sahara Desert, the High Atlas Mountains, Souss-Massa National Park, and the Oualidia lagoon.

Q: What kinds of birds can I expect to see in Morocco?

A: Morocco is home to over 500 bird species, including migratory birds such as storks, raptors, and warblers, as well as resident birds like flamingos, eagles, and hoopoes.

Q: When is the best time to go bird watching in Morocco?

A: The best time to go bird watching in Morocco is during the spring and fall migrations, from March to May and September to November, respectively. However, some species can be seen year-round, depending on the location.

Q: Do I need a guide to go bird watching in Morocco?

A: While it’s possible to go bird watching on your own in Morocco, having a guide can greatly enhance your experience. A guide can help you spot and identify species, provide local knowledge and context, and ensure your safety in remote areas.

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Are you a passionate birdwatcher seeking extraordinary avian encounters? Look no further than BirdingInMorocco.com! Our curated selection of birding tour packages in Morocco promises an unparalleled adventure for bird enthusiasts of all levels.

2-DAY BIRDING TOUR TO ATLAS MOUNTAINS

Departure: Marrakech Number of Days: 2

* Exact Price Depends on Number of Persons

2-DAY MERZOUGA DESERT BIRWATCHING SAHARA TOUR

Departure: Marrakech Number of Days: 2

* Exact Price Depends on Number of Persons

3-DAY AGADIR BIRDWATCHING TOUR IN MOROCCO

Departure: Marrakech Number of Days: 3

* Exact Price Depends on Number of Persons

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4-DAY BIRD WATCHING TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO ATLAS AND DADES

Departure: Marrakech Number of Days: 4

* Exact Price Depends on Number of Persons

4-DAY BIRDING TRIP FROM FES TO MERZOUGA DESERT

Departure: Fes Number of Days: 4