We are delighted to announce that we are now taking bookings for our 6 day Asturian Adventure with Sam Lee!!
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Sam Lee: A trailblazer in the British music scene, Sam's passion for conservation and folk music will inspire and uplift you throughout the retreat.
Luke Massey: With a heart led by rewilding and a keen eye for wildlife, Luke will guide you on a journey of discovery and wonder.
Wild Finca: A sanctuary born from passion and dedication, Wild Finca has transformed from a defunct dairy farm into a thriving ecosystem, now home to 113 bird species, 30 mammal species, and a plethora of flourishing flora.
Hotel Posada del Valle: Nestled amidst 9 hectares of diverse habitat, this ecological haven and art hotel will be your sanctuary during the retreat. Indulge in delicious home-cooked meals made fresh from the garden and locally sourced produce.
Arrive Sunday 19th October 11:40 Gatwick arrives 14:40 Oviedo.
Return Friday 24th October 15:10 Oviedo arrives 14:05 Gatwick
However, there are numerous ways to travel to Asturias, with airports in Oviedo, Santander, Bilbao, and ferry ports in Santander and Bilbao. Please let us know if you will arrive by separate means and we will send directions.
Read about Sam’s trip last year to Romania, in search bison, to get a feel for the tracking and immersion you will experience. (Expect more creature comforts in Asturias with soft beds for all nights but one!)
Luke spent a few days guiding us on a tailor made itinerary which he adapted according to what we saw and the changing weather conditions. His fantastic local knowledge and great eyes ensured we didn't just see all of the species we were looking for, but also got some superb sightings. He answered our many questions both before and during the trip, and is so passionate that he even continued to advise us on where to look for other creatures after we'd moved on. We recommend him without hesitation. - Ben Balmford and Andrew Balmford
Wild Finca is ‘managed’ with a light touch entirely for nature - and it shows. Luke and his lovely family are doing important work in helping to preserve and protect this fantastic landscape. If you want to support a great cause and experience the best nature that Western Europe can offer then I can’t recommend a visit to “Wild Finca” highly enough. - Martin and Tracy Rooth
Immerse yourself in nature's essence, forage, track wildlife, and forge deep connections with the living world.
Seize this opportunity to immerse yourself in the wild beauty of Asturias with expert guides and the guardians of Wild Finca. Contact wildfinca@wildfinca.com or reply to this email to secure your place now!
We can't wait to hear from you!
Sam, Luke & Katie
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