Nature activities

Field trips to observe the wonderful array of local birdlife with experts from CERVAS, the Wildlife Ecology, Rehabilitation, and Surveillance Centre in Gouveia. The Serra da Estrela is one of the best places in Portugal for birdwatching. Gouveia has many excellent trails, and you may spot such beauties as the Eurasian eagle-owl, Montagu’s harrier, or the goshawk

Our Nature Team provides biodiversity workshops where you can learn more about the area surrounding New Life Portugal. These workshops are very interactive. Aside from theoretical knowledge, you’ll also have the opportunity to observe and feel different elements of our nature.

Help us with the fruits, vegetables and more we grow on our own land. During your stay, you enjoy tasty and beneficial meals containing plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, low GI foods, and probiotics. We use products grown on our own land like fresh fruits and vegetables. NLP supports local artisan and regional small businesses. By helping in our garden, you can be part of this wonderful experience.

Have the rewarding opportunity to join the local communities and their sustainable activities. River cleaning up, planting trees and picking up trash in nature are great examples of how you can join the local community and make a difference.