The Urdaibai Bird Center is a haven for bird lovers, situated in the heart of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve in the Basque Country of Spain. The center is dedicated to the conservation of birds and their habitats, and offers visitors the chance to learn about the diverse bird species that call the reserve home. With telescopes, audio guides, observation towers, and more, the center provides a range of tools and resources to help visitors fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The Urdaibai Bird Center is a valuable educational resource for both locals and tourists, providing an opportunity for visitors to gain a deeper appreciation for the unique ecosystem and the importance of conservation efforts.
Amenities and More
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Children
- Good for kids
Reviews
A good observation tower and area with telescopes is cool. The exposition is a bit small.
I would recommend this place for sure to everyone, who would like to learn more about birds and see them in their natural environment.
Best place ever to visit in Basque. It overlooks a protected marsh that acts as a lay-over for several migratory birds. HIGHLY RECOMMEND for bird lovers, geography geeks, kids and just anyone really! As a staying guest, you also get a free visit to the museum. The rooms that they offered were just splendid to say the least.
Amazing place if you are interested of birds. All things perfectly set. The place had more birds than either of the watching towers, but still they worth small walks.
We really enjoyed our trip up here from Bilbao. Although if you try to take the direct bus from the city like us, make a note that it doesn't go from the main terminal, but from a stop on street nearby called Capuccino by the bus depot (less than 5mins walk from the main terminal). We would have liked to have longer in the area to do both of the walks available to the hides, but we went through the visitor centre in just over an hour and really enjoyed looking at the wildlife. The building is really interesting too. And managed to see the closer hide. The staff were really friendly and helpful! Cute little gift shop too - can't wait until they get the adorable kids designs on adult sized t-shirts, I would've bought one in a snap. :D
Friendly and knowledgeable staff, wonderful views of the birds on the marsh from the tower. Must be amazing at migration time!
I turned there just for curiosity. Superb stopover. Didnt expect to find such a nice&modern place with ethusiastic staff, lot of information and observation deck where you can observe different birds with telescopes every day. Its great to see such place protecting wikdlife. Entrance is 5Eur. They are nonprofit. Go support them!
I was there late in the day and so had the place more or less to myself. The descriptions and guided information are good for education, especially if you aren't familiar with birds of the area. The viewing area is terrific, lots of telescopes and binoculars available and multilanguage audio guides, all included in the modest ticket price. The staff are so knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and show you any special birds that are there that day. I really enjoyed it and wished I had longer.
What a great day out. The staff were fantastic. We learned loads about the birds you can see in the wetlands. They have lots of telescopes and there's always someone there to help you.
The information about the different projects they're involved in shows you how this centre is working on creating an environment that helps all birds that live or migrate through Urdaibai. A fantastic place to visit for both kids and adults.
Location
Hours
- Monday Close
- Tuesday Close
- Wednesday Close
- Thursday Close
- Friday Close
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Saturday
11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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Sunday
11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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