At Night at Tapada – The Fireflies

When night falls over Tapada Nacional de Mafra, the forest transforms into an even more magical setting.
Between the end of May and the month of June, there is a unique phenomenon that lights up the darkness: the shimmering flight of fireflies.
This experience happens only once a year and is truly unmissable. In an environment free from light pollution, it is possible to observe a natural light-based communication display, where hundreds of males glow as they fly in search of females during the mating period.
Fireflies are insects of the order Coleoptera, belonging to the Lampyridae family—a group in which, in most species, both larvae and adults produce light. In other words, they are bioluminescent organisms.
We set off on this luminous adventure accompanied by a guide, who will explain this fascinating phenomenon. The route is mixed, with a walking section of approximately 4 km, with the remaining distance covered by electric vehicle.
On the dates leading up to Children’s Day—May 29, 30, and 31—the route is shorter and children of all ages are allowed.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity. Places are limited.

Promotional Campaigns
When purchasing a children’s ticket (ages 8–12), receive a 30% discount on the children’s book The Broken Firefly by author Isabel Ricardo.
Receive a free ticket for a child aged 1–3 when purchasing the children’s book The Broken Firefly by Isabel Ricardo. This offer is only available on dates when tickets for this age group exist, namely May 29, 30, and 31.

Note:
For ages over 8, except on May 29, 30, and 31
Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended