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    [name] => France - Wallcreepers & the Camargue
    [code] => FRA30
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For most of the year, the gorgeous, enigmatic Wallcreeper – one of the world’s most sought-after birds – lives on inaccessible cliffs at high altitude, hard to reach and harder to see. In winter, however, it migrates downhill and can be found locally much lower down, on cliffs and even buildings. One such wintering site is Les Baux, in the scenic Alpilles Mountains of southern France, where Alpine Accentor and Blue Rock Thrush also occur. On this exciting tour we combine Wallcreeper-watching with visits to the incomparable Camargue, where flocks of Cranes accompany the Flamingoes, Glossy Ibis and many thousands of waterfowl. This combination of highlights, amidst attractive scenery, impressive Roman architecture and superb Provencal cuisine, makes for a memorable holiday to banish the winter blues further north.

  • Great chance of seeing a Wallcreeper in its winter quarters
  • Alpine Accentor, Blue Rock Thrush and Black Redstart also likely in the attractive town of Les Baux in Alpilles Mountains
  • Splendid Roman architecture at Pont du Gard
  • Waterbirds galore in nearby Camargue
  • Large flocks of Cranes, Glossy Ibis and Greater Flamingoes
  • Great food and hospitality
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Our range of holidays in France focuses on the outstanding wildlife habitats that are still found in the country. In particular we focus on France’s spectacular mountain ranges – the Pyrenees and Alps, and other outstanding upland areas such as the Cevennes and Vercors, which are all exceptionally rich in plants, birds, mammals and butterflies.

France’s mountains and upland regions provide fine walking opportunities, although we always move at a pace slow enough to enjoy all aspects of the natural world!


France’s lowlands also provide some very special habitats. The Camargue is Europe’s best known wetland, thronged with flamingos and other wetland birds, while the Lot and Dordogne river valleys offer a varied tapestry of habitats and gently rolling hills rich in wild flowers and butterflies. Meanwhile Normandy and La Brenne offer relaxed wildlife itineraries, perfect for the all-round naturalist.

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Camargue

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Provence

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The enigmatic Wallcreeper, with its stunning crimson wings and beautiful butterfly-like flight, falls into the ‘must see’ category for many birdwatchers and naturalists. During this exciting holiday we will go in search of this iconic species while also enjoying the wildlife of the nearby Camargue wetlands, some spectacular Roman architecture, wonderful scenery and the region’s excellent Provençal cuisine. The Camargue is located in the Provence region of southeastern France and is one of Europe’s most important wetlands. It encompasses approximately 750 square kilometres of saline and freshwater wetlands, riverine forest, reedbeds and pasture and lies at the very heart of the vast Rhône Delta, south of the ancient town of Arles. It acts as a magnet for a great many resident and migratory bird species, and is also home to the famous white ‘Camargue horses’, an ancient breed of horse indigenous to the region. Our ‘Camargue in Spring’ tour has proved very popular over the years, but this legendary wetland has much to offer in the winter too. Our base is within easy striking distance of the Alpilles Mountains and the Camargue itself, and during our time here we will visit a mix of contrasting sites and habitats, breaking each day with a delicious picnic lunch to maximise our time in the field.

We will begin with a short flight to either Marseille or Montpellier, from where we will transfer to our hotel just outside the historic city of Arles. Here we will be based for four nights whilst we enjoy the region’s wildlife and our charming hosts’ fine hospitality. The impressive French commune of Les Baux-de-Provence is only a short drive from our hotel. This beautiful village, set within the Alpilles Mountains, stands on a rocky limestone massif and is topped with the ruins of a 10th-century castle. As well as being a breathtaking village in its own right, this is the wintering realm of the Wallcreeper and we will scan the walls of the houses, cliff faces and boulders for the telltale crimson wing-flick of this enigmatic species. As well as Wallcreeper, our time exploring the village may yield Alpine Accentor, Serin, Black Redstart and Blue Rock Thrush, with Golden and Bonelli’s Eagles possible overhead and the surrounding woodlands holding Crested Tit, Firecrest and Shorttoed Treecreeper.

Our exploration of the Camargue will focus on the 130 square kilometre ‘Parc Naturel Régional de Camargue’ nature reserve that protects the Étang de Vaccarès and the saltpans south towards the sea. During our time here we will make use of the various viewing platforms that dot the area, as well as visiting the reserve at Marais de Vigueirat. The platforms on the banks of the étangs (lakes) offer excellent views both into the brackish marshes on the water’s edge, and into the adjacent shallows where the flocks of waders, waterfowl and Greater Flamingoes feed. The extensive marshes, wet grasslands and woodlands of the Marais de Vigueirat are home to a wealth of birdlife and we will also make a special effort to find the resident herd of famous Camargue horses, which are free to roam over most of the reserve. As we explore the area we will stop at a variety of sites to take short walks and scan over the lagoons and wetlands. Highlights may include large numbers of wintering Common Cranes, flocks of Glossy Ibises and Greater Flamingoes, plus waders and wildfowl whirling over the marshes as Hen Harrier and Merlin hunt overhead. Black and White Storks are also often to be found here and the lagoons may hold Slender-billed Gulls alongside large numbers of Avocets and Little Stints. Black-necked Grebes gather on the open water, whilst Zitting Cisticolas and Sardinian Warblers occupy the surrounding dry scrub and in the reedbeds we will look for Bearded and Penduline Tits.

Another highlight of our tour will be our visit to the spectacular Pont du Gard. This ancient Roman aqueduct, the highest of all elevated aqueducts and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is generally regarded as one of the most remarkable feats of Roman engineering. We will enjoy, and photograph, this amazing structure but must not forget to scan its imposing walls for wintering Wallcreepers! Blue Rock Thrush, Black Redstart or a flock of Rock Sparrows are also possible.

Finally, should you wish to extend this varied and exciting short break, we would recommend additional time in Arles to further explore and enjoy its quaint streets, Roman monuments and impressive amphitheatre. Please call the Naturetrek office for further details.

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Comfortable local guesthouse, all rooms with private facilities.

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All included in the price.

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Birds.

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At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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A Naturetrek Tailormade holiday allows you, with the benefit of our wildlife travel expertise and destination experience, to enjoy the perfect private wildlife holiday – one that truly matches your requirements, expectations and ambitions. We will ensure the most competitive prices, superb naturalist guides and seamless ground services.

Some of the benefits of Naturetrek Tailormade travel include:
• A bespoke itinerary which is crafted by experts and designed specifically for you
• Private guiding by the very best local naturalists 
• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
• Incorporate as much culture, history or relaxation time as you wish
• Choose dates to suit you
• Select your preferred style of accommodation
• Travel with families and children of any age

Furthermore, our Tailormade team are always on hand to help and guide you along the way, with friendly advice, first-hand knowledge and inside information specific to your destination of choice. So if you have any queries about your holiday, we will be delighted to answer them. Please just give us a call!

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For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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A varied 5-day natural history holiday to South Western France focussing on finding Wallcreepers and birds of the legendary Camargue with Roman architecture and excellent hospitality.

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The hotel offers excellent local cuisine and rooms are all en suite. There is also an outdoor swimming pool and terrace where one can relax, enjoying the sounds of this charming little village. 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Indeed, we have worked with Odile and Phillipe Pujo for almost 30 years; longer than any other hotelier in our 33 year history! The hotel’s location is ideal for exploration of the Parc National des Pyrénées, and the hotel itself is charming. An antique fireplace provides a cosy focal point around which to discuss the day’s sightings, a terrace offers breathtaking views of the Brèche de Roland gap, guests can also relax in the sauna and Nordic pool and Jacuzzi, and the on-site restaurant is simply superb. It will be hard to tear yourself away! 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France - Wallcreepers & the Camargue

Tour Code: FRA30

A varied 5-day natural history holiday to south-eastern France in search of Wallcreepers and wetland birds, as well as to enjoy the region's Roman architecture and excellent Provençal cuisine and hospitality.

£1,395

Flight Inclusive

£1,245

Land Only
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Carbon Footprint

428kg CO2e

With International Flights

123.7kg CO2e

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  • Great chance of seeing a Wallcreeper in its winter quarters
  • Alpine Accentor, Blue Rock Thrush and Black Redstart also likely in the attractive town of Les Baux in Alpilles Mountains
  • Splendid Roman architecture at Pont du Gard
  • Waterbirds galore in nearby Camargue
  • Large flocks of Cranes, Glossy Ibis and Greater Flamingoes
  • Great food and hospitality

Summary

The enigmatic Wallcreeper, with its stunning crimson wings and beautiful butterfly-like flight, falls into the ‘must see’ category for many birdwatchers and naturalists. During this exciting holiday we will go in search of this iconic species while also enjoying the wildlife of the nearby Camargue wetlands, some spectacular Roman architecture, wonderful scenery and the region’s excellent Provençal cuisine. The Camargue is located in the Provence region of southeastern France and is one of Europe’s most important wetlands. It encompasses approximately 750 square kilometres of saline and freshwater wetlands, riverine forest, reedbeds and pasture and lies at the very heart of the vast Rhône Delta, south of the ancient town of Arles. It acts as a magnet for a great many resident and migratory bird species, and is also home to the famous white ‘Camargue horses’, an ancient breed of horse indigenous to the region. Our ‘Camargue in Spring’ tour has proved very popular over the years, but this legendary wetland has much to offer in the winter too. Our base is within easy striking distance of the Alpilles Mountains and the Camargue itself, and during our time here we will visit a mix of contrasting sites and habitats, breaking each day with a delicious picnic lunch to maximise our time in the field.

We will begin with a short flight to either Marseille or Montpellier, from where we will transfer to our hotel just outside the historic city of Arles. Here we will be based for four nights whilst we enjoy the region’s wildlife and our charming hosts’ fine hospitality. The impressive French commune of Les Baux-de-Provence is only a short drive from our hotel. This beautiful village, set within the Alpilles Mountains, stands on a rocky limestone massif and is topped with the ruins of a 10th-century castle. As well as being a breathtaking village in its own right, this is the wintering realm of the Wallcreeper and we will scan the walls of the houses, cliff faces and boulders for the telltale crimson wing-flick of this enigmatic species. As well as Wallcreeper, our time exploring the village may yield Alpine Accentor, Serin, Black Redstart and Blue Rock Thrush, with Golden and Bonelli’s Eagles possible overhead and the surrounding woodlands holding Crested Tit, Firecrest and Shorttoed Treecreeper.

Our exploration of the Camargue will focus on the 130 square kilometre ‘Parc Naturel Régional de Camargue’ nature reserve that protects the Étang de Vaccarès and the saltpans south towards the sea. During our time here we will make use of the various viewing platforms that dot the area, as well as visiting the reserve at Marais de Vigueirat. The platforms on the banks of the étangs (lakes) offer excellent views both into the brackish marshes on the water’s edge, and into the adjacent shallows where the flocks of waders, waterfowl and Greater Flamingoes feed. The extensive marshes, wet grasslands and woodlands of the Marais de Vigueirat are home to a wealth of birdlife and we will also make a special effort to find the resident herd of famous Camargue horses, which are free to roam over most of the reserve. As we explore the area we will stop at a variety of sites to take short walks and scan over the lagoons and wetlands. Highlights may include large numbers of wintering Common Cranes, flocks of Glossy Ibises and Greater Flamingoes, plus waders and wildfowl whirling over the marshes as Hen Harrier and Merlin hunt overhead. Black and White Storks are also often to be found here and the lagoons may hold Slender-billed Gulls alongside large numbers of Avocets and Little Stints. Black-necked Grebes gather on the open water, whilst Zitting Cisticolas and Sardinian Warblers occupy the surrounding dry scrub and in the reedbeds we will look for Bearded and Penduline Tits.

Another highlight of our tour will be our visit to the spectacular Pont du Gard. This ancient Roman aqueduct, the highest of all elevated aqueducts and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is generally regarded as one of the most remarkable feats of Roman engineering. We will enjoy, and photograph, this amazing structure but must not forget to scan its imposing walls for wintering Wallcreepers! Blue Rock Thrush, Black Redstart or a flock of Rock Sparrows are also possible.

Finally, should you wish to extend this varied and exciting short break, we would recommend additional time in Arles to further explore and enjoy its quaint streets, Roman monuments and impressive amphitheatre. Please call the Naturetrek office for further details.

Outline Itinerary

Day
1
Fly Marseille/Montpellier and transfer to Arles
Days
2 - 4
Daily programme of birding walks and excursions in the Camargue region
Day
5
Transfer to Marseille/Montpellier and fly London
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What's Included?

Food

All included in the price.

Accommodation

Comfortable local guesthouse, all rooms with private facilities.

Dates & Prices

2026

Flight Inclusive

£1,395

Land Only

£1,245

Single Supplement

£255

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Tour Leader
Neil McMahon
Neil McMahon
Neil McMahon grew up in Northamptonshire and, from a very young age, developed an interest in the natural world.
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2027

Flight Inclusive

£1,395

Land Only

£1,245

Single Supplement

£255

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Flight Inclusive

£1,395

Land Only

£1,245

Single Supplement

£255

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?

For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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