Iberian Lynx · March 2027
At a glance
About the expedition
In the hills of Sierra de Andújar, Gato Clavo offers one of the most reliable and respectful experiences to photograph the Iberian lynx in its natural habitat.
- Photograph the Iberian lynx in its natural habitat, with up to 90% chance of sightings in just two days.
- Two daily sessions designed around the best light and animal activity.
- Contribute directly to lynx conservation, with a percentage of each trip supporting preservation efforts.
- Small group of 6 photographers, ensuring personal guidance and space for creativity.
Itinerary
Day by day
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Arrival
We’ll meet at Madrid–Barajas Airport and head south toward the wild heart of Jaén. The road winds through olive groves and granite hills until we reach Andújar, gateway to the Sierra de Andújar Natural Park. After settling into…
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We’ll meet at Madrid–Barajas Airport and head south toward the wild heart of Jaén. The road winds through olive groves and granite hills until we reach Andújar, gateway to the Sierra de Andújar Natural Park.
After settling into our accommodation, we’ll share a relaxed dinner and talk about the days ahead—our hides, the light, and what makes photographing the Iberian lynx so special.
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First encounters with the lynx
After an early breakfast, we’ll head out to our first morning hide session. The forest will still be wrapped in mist, the air filled with bird calls. We’ll quietly wait, cameras ready. At midday we’ll return to Restaurante Los…
Read the full day
After an early breakfast, we’ll head out to our first morning hide session. The forest will still be wrapped in mist, the air filled with bird calls. We’ll quietly wait, cameras ready.
At midday we’ll return to Restaurante Los Pinos to enjoy traditional Andalusian food—local olive oil, game stews, and fresh bread—before taking a short rest.
In the afternoon, we’ll head back to the hide for another four hours of focused observation and photography, waiting for that silent, elegant movement that tells you the lynx is near. -
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Deep in the Sierra de Andújar
A new dawn, a new chance. By now, the group will move like a single rhythm—anticipating the light, reading the tracks. We’ll spend the morning once again in the hides, perfecting compositions, and learning to wait with intent…
Read the full day
A new dawn, a new chance. By now, the group will move like a single rhythm—anticipating the light, reading the tracks. We’ll spend the morning once again in the hides, perfecting compositions, and learning to wait with intent.
Lunch and rest again at Los Pinos, followed by our final afternoon session. Often, these last hours bring the most magic: golden light and calm silence where time seems to slow down.
We’ll close the day with dinner, stories, and perhaps a shared sense of awe for what we’ve witnessed.
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Farewell
After breakfast, we’ll start our journey back to Madrid, carrying more than just images—memories of a species that has survived against the odds, and of the landscapes that still protect it.
Gallery
What's included
Included
- Expert guide specialized in Iberian lynx photography (all guide expenses covered)
- Round-trip transportation from/to Madrid–Barajas Airport
- Accommodation in Andújar (double shared room, bed & breakfast
- All hide sessions at Gato Clavo
- Local logistics and coordination
- Contribution to lynx conservation
Not included
- Flights
- Lunches and dinners
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Your guide
Alicia M. Morillas
Alicia M. Morillas is a Spanish nature and wildlife photographer based in Madrid, with roots in the Sierra de Cazorla. Her work blends fine-art aesthetics and a deep respect for the natural world, capturing the harmony, light, and quiet strength of wild landscapes and their inhabitants.
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