High Sierra Nevada hike above 3000 meters Discount Tickets

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Overview

After picking you up at Granada city center, we will drive to the top of the Sierra Nevada road, 2500 meters (8000 ft), where we will head to the beautiful San Juan glacier valley: the ice has been excaving the rocks during thousand of years: beautiful waterfalls and rocks, as well as mountain goats, eagles, vultures and insects and plants that just exist here, as Sierra Nevada is Unesco Biosphere Reserve; This is an off the beaten path hike as we know the most secret spots in Sierra Nevada. We will get an elevation of more than 3000 meters(10000 ft), to the top of Tajos del Campanario, from where we will admire the north face of Muhacen(the highest peak in the Iberian peninsula), Veleta and Alcazaba. Hike distance 8 kilometres Elevation gained 600 meters IMPORTANT INFO: This is a moderate hike at altitude that some guests may find challenging. This tour is not recommended for people who do not regularly exercise.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Next to the newsstand

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Sierra Nevada
Sierra Nevada, or Sulayr, Mountain of the Sun as it was called by the Muslims, rises up between the provinces of Granada and Almeria like a giant and compact massif with fifteen peaks of over 3,000 metres, including the Mulhacén (3,482 metres), the highest point on the Iberian Peninsula. After being collected from your accommodation in Granada, you will be driven to 2,500 meters above sea level to the top of the Sierra Nevada Road. From here you will head to the most beautiful glacier valley of Sierra Nevada, San Juan Valley. Here you will learn how the ice has been excavating the rocks throughout thousand of years. You will also encounter beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and shiny rocks, as well as wildlife such as mountain goats, eagles, birds migrating from Africa, and insects and plants that only exist here.
Duration: 360 mins

Inclusion

We can provide warm clothes for our guests

Assistance and liability insurance

UIMLA mountain guide (most prestigious association of mountain leaders around the globe)

Small group tour up to 8 people

Transport by private vehicle

Hiking poles

Exclusion

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Sneakers or trainers are ok to enjoy this tour, you don’t need hiking shoes

If you exercise regularly (running, cycling, swimming, tennis etc, you will enjoy this tour)

If you feel too tired during the hike, there are some great spots where you can wait for the rest of the group on their way back

Supplied by Sierra Nevada Guides

Reviews

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Based on 98 reviews

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