Iberian Lynx Summer Special

Spain · Andalucía · 6 days

For the past decade, I have been searching for and photographing the elusive and vulnerable Iberian Lynx. In 2014, their population had dwindled to just a few hundred, putting them on the brink of extinction. Thanks to dedicated conservation efforts, their numbers have steadily grown to over two thousand, offering real hope for the species' future.

Now is an opportune time to photograph them in areas where they have been successfully reintroduced and have thrived for several generations. This trip is entirely hide-based, with two carefully selected locations to maximise your chances of success.

As with all wildlife photography, sightings are never guaranteed, but we have worked hard to provide the best possible opportunities. This is especially true with lynx, where patience is essential. Our chosen locations have been tried and tested to give you the highest chance of success.

The trip is not physically demanding — no hiking is required. However, warm summer temperatures mean we need to be prepared for heat, which can occasionally exceed 40°C. We visit the hides at dawn and late afternoon to avoid the midday sun. Each session lasts 3–4 hours, so some endurance is required.

The appearance of the lynx is unpredictable and can occur at any time of day. In quieter moments, other wildlife may visit the waterholes near the hides — Red-legged Partridge, Turtle Dove, Iberian Green Woodpecker, Thekla's Lark, Corn Bunting, Azure-winged Magpie, Hoopoe, and even the occasional Little Owl.

This trip offers an incredible opportunity to witness and document a species that has made a remarkable recovery from the edge of extinction just over a decade ago.