Due to Tarifa's geographical position as the "bottleneck" of the migration routes for more than 200 different species, it's a paradise for bird watchers.

The following spots are recognized as very good for Bird watching depending on wind conditions.

Sierra del Algarrobo (km 100, Algeciras): moderate Poniente or calm.

Faro de Punta Carnero (Algeciras): Strong Poniente.

Puerto del Bujeo (km 95): moderate Poniente.

Puerto del Cabrito (km 92): light Poniente or moderate Levante.

Cazalla o Estación Eólica (km 87): very good with Levante.

Depósitos de Agua de Tarifa (km 85): very good with Levante.

Isla de las Palomas (Tarifa) y Guadalmesí (litoral de Tarifa) are other interesting points to observe the birds migrate across the Straits of Gibraltar.