Birdwatching in Agadir & Souss-Massa National Park
If you are looking for a true birdwatching tour in Agadir, this full-day experience is designed especially for bird lovers and nature photographers. Agadir is one of the most important birding destinations in Morocco, and with a local specialist guide, you will enjoy a complete day of bird observing in Agadir across wetlands, dunes, rivers, and coastal habitats.
This tour combines the two richest birding areas near the city: Souss-Massa National Park and Massa River, making it the ideal choice for anyone searching for a high-quality Agadir birdwatching experience.
Agadir Birdwatching Tour Details
€115 Adult | €90 Child
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off in Agadir & Taghazout
- Air-conditioned transport
- Local guide
- Entrance Tickets
- Lunch and seasonal fruits, Moroccan mint tea
- Pick-up from your hotel at the selected time
- 09:00 – Morning Birding in Souss-Massa National Park
- 11:30 – Coastal Cliffs & Dune Observation Points
- 13:00 – Traditional Moroccan Lunch
- 14:00 – Drive to the Massa River
- 17:00 – Final Observation & Species Checklist
- 9:00 ➝ 17:30
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Agadir Birdwatching Tour – Full Day in Souss-Massa National Park & Massa River
Discover Morocco’s richest bird habitats with a specialist local guide.
Agadir and the Souss-Massa region are among the most important birding hotspots in North Africa. This full-day birdwatching tour in Agadir is designed for serious birders, photographers, and nature lovers who want to explore Agadir’s coastal wetlands, dunes, cliffs, and river ecosystems with a specialist guide.
Throughout the day, we move slowly, stop frequently, and focus on observing as many species as possible, both resident and migratory. From the iconic Northern Bald Ibis to elegant waders and colourful passerines, this Agadir birdwatching tour offers exceptional bird diversity.
📍 Tour Overview
Duration: Full day (8–9 hours)
Departure: From Agadir or Taghazout
Main Sites:
Souss-Massa National Park
Massa River & Wetlands
Style: Slow-paced birdwatching, perfect for beginners & experienced birders
Included: Transport, specialist guide, lunch
First Stop: Souss-Massa National Park
One of Morocco’s most important bird sanctuaries
We begin our day in the vast landscapes of Souss-Massa National Park, an internationally recognized area for bird conservation. Its mix of dunes, argan forest, coastal cliffs, and oasis valleys creates the ideal habitat for a wide range of desert and coastal species.
Species we often observe in our Agadir birdwatching tour include:
Northern Bald Ibis – one of the world’s rarest birds
Crested Lark – common but charming, with distinctive crest and song
Bonnelli’s Eagle – powerful raptor patrolling the cliffs
Red-necked Nightjar – specialist of coastal scrub
Woodchat Shrike (Wood Wowl) – perched on argan branches
Greater Flamingo – elegant waders feeding in the shallows
Grey Heron – frequent around wetlands and lagoons
Striolated Bunting – colourful passerine of rocky landscapes
Along the way, we may also encounter wheatears, warblers, sandgrouse, black-shouldered kites, and many other species depending on the season.
We move at a relaxed pace, scanning each habitat carefully. Your guide uses local knowledge of territories, feeding areas, and seasonal behaviour to maximise sightings.
🍽️ Lunch Break
We stop for a traditional Moroccan lunch in a peaceful area near the park—perfect for resting, reviewing our species list, and preparing for the afternoon session.
🔵 Second Stop: Massa River – Wetlands & Waterbirds
Prime site for waterbirds, raptors, and migratory species
After lunch, we continue our journey to the Massa River, where freshwater and coastal habitats attract a completely different range of birds.
Birds commonly spotted at Massa River include:
Black-winged Stilt
Ruddy Shelduck
Little Egret
Common Sandpiper
Moussier’s Redstart – Morocco’s iconic endemic
Marsh Harrier patrolling over reeds
Coots, moorhens, plovers, wagtails, spoonbills, and many more
The river is especially active early morning and late afternoon, when birds gather to feed or return to roost.
With careful observation, you can expect to photograph a wide range of waterbirds, waders, raptors, and passerines in a single afternoon.
🕓 End of the Day – Return to Agadir
After a rewarding day of discovering Morocco’s exceptional birdlife, we drive back to your accommodation in Agadir or Taghazout. Most guests finish the tour with 40–70 species observed, depending on season and conditions.
💡 Why Choose This Agadir Birdwatching Experience?
Led by a local specialist guide with deep knowledge of Souss-Massa’s ecosystems
Full-day itinerary covering two of Morocco’s richest birding areas
Slow-paced, flexible tour designed for birdwatchers & photographers
Suitable for beginners, families, and advanced birders
Excellent chance to see Morocco’s star species:
Northern Bald Ibis, Moussier’s Redstart, Bonelli’s Eagle, Flamingos, and much more