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3-day Sierra Nevada Trilogy: Alcazaba, Veleta and Mulhacen

3-day Sierra Nevada Trilogy: Alcazaba, Veleta and Mulhacen
3-day Sierra Nevada Trilogy: Alcazaba, Veleta and Muhalcen
3-day Sierra Nevada Trilogy: Alcazaba, Veleta and Muhalcen

Join Mariano, a certified mountain guide, ski instructor and UIMLA mountain leader, on this 3-day Sierra Nevada Trilogy and conquer its three highest peaks: Alcazaba, Veleta and Muhalcen!

Sierra Nevada

3 Days

May - Aug, Oct, Nov

High

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Conquer three of the most emblematic mountains in Spain.
  • Marvel at the incredible views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
  • Explore the Sierra Nevada National Park with the help of an expert local guide.

Description

Want to take your trekking skills to the next level? This 3-day Sierra Nevada Trilogy offers the opportunity to conquer the three highest and most emblematic peaks in Spain: Alcazaba (3,366 m), Veleta (3,396 m) and Mulhacén (3,482 m).

Our meeting point will be in Granada. From there, we will go to Capileira where we’ll spend our first night in a hostel. On the following days we’ll climb these three different amazing peaks that can be found in the Sierra Nevada National Park.

First, we’ll explore Alcazaba (3,366 m). Then, Veleta (3,396 m). And finally, we’ll climb the highest summit in this mountain range: Mulhacén. At 3,482 m (11,421 ft), it’s also the highest point of the Iberian Peninsula and is known as the roof of Spain. After long trekking days, on our second and last nights, we’ll sleep in the Poqueira Refuge located at 2,500 meters.

Although we’ll split this expedition into three days in order to reach the top of these  mountains in the best possible conditions, you will need some previous preparation. All participants will need to have some prior mountaineering experience as well as a good fitness level.

Are you ready for this 3-day Sierra Nevada Trilogy? Then send your request! I will be happy to lead you on this unique journey. 

Looking for more exciting adventures in Spain? You may also be interested in this 1-day guided ascent to El Veleta in Sierra Nevada.

Price includes

  • Guiding fee
  • Personal insurance

Price details

  • Accommodation in mountain huts is $30 EUR per night approx.
  • Price does not include:
  • *Ticket bus from Granada *Capileira (6,5€ aprox.)* Ticket Bus from Lanzadera (9€ aprox.)

Itinerary

Day 1: Capileira

Transfer by bus from Granada to Capileira.

Night in a Hostel.

Day 2: Bus Lanzadera - Alto del Chorrillo - Penon del Globo (3288 m) - Alcazaba (3366 m) - Puntal de la Cornisa (3313 m) - Poqueira Refuge (2500 m).

Cañada de Siete Lagunas Tour.

Overnight at the Poqueira Refuge.

Day 3: Refugio Poqueira - Mulhacén (3,482 m) - Collado de la Carihuela - Veleta (3,398 m) - Hoya de la Mora (2,500 m)

On our last tour day, we will reach the top of the first and second highest summits of the Sierra Nevada, Mulhacén and Veleta.

Then, we will descend to the Hoya de la Mora, where a vehicle will take us back to Granada.

End of the activity.

 

Details

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Necessary equipment:

-Backpack of 40 liters -Trekking shoes -Sportswear -T-shirt (not cotton) -Trekking pants -Goretex jacket -Buff -Warm clothes -Extra dry clothes -Sun cap -Sunglasses -Sunscreen -Canteen -Snacks

Meeting point


FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration
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About the guide

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Mariano

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Mountain Guide

**Mountain Guide – Ski Guide · High Mountain Superior Sport Technician (Técnico Deportivo Superior en Alta Montaña) and Ski Mountaineering Superior Sport Technician (Técnico Deportivo Superior en Esquí de Montaña) from Spain.
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He has more than 20 years doing mountain and skiing. From his early walks in La Pedriza to tens of alpine “four thousanders” summits ascended, to expeditions in North and South America, Caucasus and Central Asia, he has traveled many mountains, especially on his skis, since he is a fan of this sport in all disciplines. Mariano also enjoys classic climbing and mountaineering.

He has Mountain Guide and Ski Mountaineering Guide certifications from the AAGGM.

He's a great teacher and teaches with the same passion with which he enjoys the mountain. He speaks spanish, english, italian, french (basic) and russian (basic).

Languages

Russian | Italian | French | English

Certificates

UIMLA | AAGGM

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What people are saying about Mariano

JOHN

A fantastic guide and we really enjoyed the experience

James

James

Mattias

Fantastic winter ascent of Mulhacen together with guide Mariano Frutos in mid-January. Very warm and sunny day and extremely icy on the top but fantastic views all the way to the Moroccan Rif mountains. Few people on the mountain and a lot of Iberian mountain goats. Mariano was excellent and Pablo at Explore-Share made the logistics easy and straightforward as always.

ADRIANA

This was such a great day. I'm so glad I booked through Mariano's company!


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