High Sierra Nevada hike ( snowshoeing in winter conditions)
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Granada, Spain
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Venture into the High Sierra Nevada mountains on this full-day hiking tour from Granada. Join a small group and reach elevations of 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) to the top of Tajos del CAmpanario. Explore with an experienced mountain guide, walk through a glacial valley and along Veleta and Alcazaba, for views of stunning landscapes and local wildlife along the way.
- Climb to the top of Tajos del Campanario on a full-day hike
- Chance to see mountain goats, eagles, and migratory birds
- Hike in the UNESCO-listed Sierra Nevada Biosphere Reserve
- Includes pickup and drop-off from central Granada
What's Included
- Transport by private vehicle
- UIMLA mountain guide (most prestigious association of mountain leaders around the globe)
- Assistance and liability insurance
- We can provide warm clothes for our guests
- Hiking poles
- Small group tour up to 8 people
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Plaza de Mariana PinedaPl. de Mariana Pineda, Centro, 18009 Granada, Spain
Next to the newsstand
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
Meet a driver for pickup in central Granada, and travel out of the city to the starting point of the hike, at the top of the Sierra Nevada road, roughly 8,200 feet (2,500 meters).
Start walking through the scenic glacial Valley of San Juan, where you’ll see flowing water and blooming wildflowers at the edge of the trail. Partway through the hike you’ll reach Posiciones del Veleta, where fortifications were built during the Spanish Civil War, looking out across the northern face of Sierra Nevada and year-round snowfields.
Gain an elevation of more than 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) to the top of Tajos del Campanario, where you see the north face of Muhacen, Veleta, and Alcazaba.
Your guide will establish the pace for the group and make several stops along the way. This full-day hiking tour concludes with drop-off back in Granada.
Start walking through the scenic glacial Valley of San Juan, where you’ll see flowing water and blooming wildflowers at the edge of the trail. Partway through the hike you’ll reach Posiciones del Veleta, where fortifications were built during the Spanish Civil War, looking out across the northern face of Sierra Nevada and year-round snowfields.
Gain an elevation of more than 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) to the top of Tajos del Campanario, where you see the north face of Muhacen, Veleta, and Alcazaba.
Your guide will establish the pace for the group and make several stops along the way. This full-day hiking tour concludes with drop-off back in Granada.
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Sierra Nevada
6 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Megan_M
The tour was fantastic with a mix of challenging hiking landscapes, great views and learning all about the Sierra Nevadas.
Jaime was a wonderful guide and we would highly recommend a tour with him to anyone looking for a unique adventure while visiting Granada.
Reviews
4.9
based on 92 reviews
Gabriella_D, Apr 2026
Lovely experience with Jamie & Kai (his dog!) Would recommend to any traveler looking for an escape from the city for a bit!
Daniela_M, Sep 2025
Our guide Jaime was kind and knowledgeable and it has been a pleasure to hike with him and his cute dog Kai!
yeung_n, May 2025
An exciting exploration in Sierra Nevada when the glacier had not completely melted. Our guide was attentive and took good care of us.
A_W, Apr 2025
Lovely hike in the mountains. There was snow present. Luckily they loaned us hiking shoes and gloves. While it’s possible to do the hike in trainers, hiking boots are more ideal. The guide did a fantastic job and got me back to town in time to catch the train.
mathieu_c, Dec 2024
Really an amazing experience, I strongly recommend for everyone. It might be a little hard if you're not use to this type of trekking, but it's worth it !
Katey_H, Nov 2024
We had a great time! This is a great way to get out of the busy city and enjoy the beautiful landscape. We drove about ~45 minutes up into the Sierra Nevada mountains, and then hiked through the afternoon. We left Granada at 9 am and got back around 4. The hike was moderately strenuous with some steep climbs at ~9000 feet. Poles, hats, and gloves were provided. The views were great, and we spotted mountain goats and vultures. We saw no other hikers the whole time, so it was very peaceful.
Sara_T, Sep 2024
Very cool and unique experience. Such a nice change of place from the city and tours. Jaime was an amazing guide. The landscape is very harsh but beautiful. Glacial valley. Definitively need to be physically fit to do this tour as you start at 8K feet and hike to 10K feet--so air is thinner. You will want to have trail or hiking shoes as you are mostly on rock. Stopped to do a picnic along the way (pack a lunch, snacks and bring plenty of water). The mountain air was really nice. Can't recommend enough. Thank you Jaime.
HeeJung_K, Sep 2024
Jaime (and Kai!) are truly expert guides who navigated us safely through these wild terrains in unexpectedly rainy and windy weather. I thought I was prepared with hiking boots, layers of clothes and rainproof jacket but the mountains had another idea and I was grateful for Jaime's extra pairs of gloves, beanie and rain ponchos. So I think overpreparedness for all types of weather is key. The ascent was tougher than expected because we were off the beaten paths and climbing steep slate hills but it was totally worth it at the top with spectacular views, and in hindsight more fun. I recommend hiking shoes with ankle support for this hike as it can get quite slippery on the loose rocks even without the rain. My parents in their late 60s are regular bushwalkers and they thoroughly enjoyed this tough hike. Highly recommended for those who have a good level of fitness and like a challenge.
Matthew_B, Aug 2024
Jaime was a wonderful guide, informative and kind to everyone. He’s clearly a very seasoned hiker / mountaineer, and has the best dog ever by his side with an equal breadth of capability. Even with that, he was able to support the entire group with a range of endurance and skills. The hike itself is no joke, however it is very doable if you have done some hiking with elevation. The terrain is at most minimally technical. Only thing that was a slight hiccup was my partner did not have adequate footwear packed, due to our impression there would be a range of appropriate hiking shoes available. There was only a size 43, too big, but manageable in this case. If you require footwear for rent reach out at least a few days in advance.
Overall, fantastic time. Well worth the money. Jaime and Kai make a fantastic pair to guide and encourage people through this journey.
Lorraine_M, Jul 2024
Picked up right on time by our bright and breezy guide Buitre.
The hike was marvelous and the cool breezes a wonderful respite from the heat of the city.
Magnificent views, cattle, sheep and mountain goats easily spotted with snow still visible on the upper slopes..
Buitre went at a very manageable pace for our group of 5. Singing and sharing insights on the way he made the day relaxing and fun!
A 5 star day.....except for the following:
1. The company state that they hire out hiking boots for 3euro.
However, they no longer provide this service.
A good pair of strong sneakers will indeed suffice....mine were not so strong and lacked grip.
I was hoping to hire boots and contacted the company 2 weeks before the trip to secure them, but my messages were ignored until it was too late and I was already in Spain.
2. The route is not difficult per se, but there are a couple of places where hiking poles are a definite advantage.😉
I was assured that poles would be available FOC for us all.
Again, not the case.
Buitre kindly lent me his own hiking poles whilst 2 of our group members had to make do with sticks found along the path.
Not ideal, especially if you like the security and balance that poles afford.
I would suggest poles be provided as standard procedure for all, and that the boot hire option be removed from the company information if the service is no longer provided. 🤷🏼♀️
Thank you Buitre for a lovely day!!
Katherine_T, Apr 2024
Great hike with Jaime, his dog, and fellow travelers. It was steep and long but well worth the effort!
Katie_H, Mar 2024
We really enjoyed our hike with Jamie and Kai. Jamie is an excellent guide answering question and point out flora, fauna, and geomorphic features on the mountain. Be prepared with lunch, snack, water, and a long day of physical exertion. The views were worth the climb (which was challenging at times)! We would definitely recommend this day trip!
Elrien_O, Nov 2023
Thank you Jimmy and Kay ( his dog ) you make mijn day happy. It was perfect hiking! Thank you you for sharing a lot about the history of the mountain with us. 😀👍
Insia_R, Oct 2023
The Hike was definitely challenging but doable. What made it even better was our amazing guide Jamie and his cute doggy Kai. Would definitely recommend.
Bianca_L, Sep 2023
Jaime is an experienced tour guide and he personally walked with us throughout the entire hike. His guiding style is calm, quiet, and he gives you space to take the hike at your pace.
Ascending the trail was definitely challenging but completely worthwhile, in a way the physical demands of this hike reminded me of what it feels like to do a spin class! If you are into an activity challenge and want to see the Sierra Nevada landscape, I would highly recommend this tour. I went in early September so the weather was warm with a mild chill at the top of the hike with winds. If you’re wondering what to wear, long activewear pants, trail shoes, and a sweat wicking base layer with a packable windbreaker & hat is a good way to set yourself up for a good hiking experience. For snacks and food, water - 2L bottle, and some nuts or a jamon sandwich should do the trick:) Happy hiking!
Alexandra_B, Jul 2023
Absolutely incredible experience!!! Highly highly recommend!!! Our guid was amazing and his dog was wonderful! I cannot recommend this experience enough!
Rogier_J, Jul 2023
Jaime was my guide for the day and picked me up on time at the rendezvous point.
I was fortunate to have a private tour as other people cancelled. My suggestion to anybody who fears the heat of the city while checking a weather app (40 degrees), the temperature in the mountain area is like 22/23 degrees so really comfortable for a walk. Jaime asked me If I would be in for an extra advanced piece of the route and I was very glad I agreed to it.
The landscape is gorgeous and the silence you can experience is also outstanding. I would advise the tour if you are in for a day of exercise as well as some points really demand something from you physically, but also the guide will adjust the route to your needs when on the hike.
Monique_S, Jul 2023
Jaime was a wonderful guide. It’s a fairly challenging hike if you’re not a hiker but definitely doable.
Jonathon_T, Jun 2023
Jamie was brilliant as was doggie- a magnificent experience and a highly recommended day hike in the Sierra Nevada
Karen_C, May 2023
A great day out in the mountains. Our guide was very attentive and knowledgeable about the local fauna and flora. Highly recommend.
Sonali_W, Apr 2023
This was a fantastic tour and a memorable trip highlight for us. My husband (avid hiker) and myself (couch potato) were able to both enjoy the hike and the views. Jesus was a patient guide and explained the flora/fauna when asked. Our hike was about 5 hours with 2 hours car travel. If you're not the best hiker, recommend bringing trekking poles or good shoes with ankle support as the terrain is a bit uneven. Also bring drinks/snacks to eat at the top of the mountain. Really wonderful experience and would recommend to anyone!
Megan_M, Jul 2022
The tour was fantastic with a mix of challenging hiking landscapes, great views and learning all about the Sierra Nevadas.
Jaime was a wonderful guide and we would highly recommend a tour with him to anyone looking for a unique adventure while visiting Granada.
Jane_R, Jun 2022
We had a fantastic day walking with Jaime, his dog Ki and met Melissa and Tim. The weather in the city was very hot so we didn’t need the extra layers that we brought as the temperature in the mountains was very comfortable. I was the least fit of the group and struggled at the last incline after 2 hours of walking. But the group went at my pace and I was able to enjoy the walk despite many breaks to get my breath. It was absolutely beautiful in the mountains and the best way to get away from modern life. Jaime was an incredibly good guide providing support and information about the history of the area, the fauna and flora. The walk back was very easy and we celebrated with a beer. It was well worth the effort and I would thoroughly recommend it.
JillThorne, Jun 2022
We had the most amazing hike with 'Jamie' and Kai. Jamie was considerate all the way and helped me when I was struggling. Kai, his dog kept us fully entertained with his antics in the snow. It was a brilliant trip and I would thoughly recommend.
Juliet_K, May 2022
This is an amazing experience! A day among the snowy peaks. I learnt about the flowers and the rocks and had lunch alongside Spain's second highest mountain. Thanks so much Jaime and his dog. An unforgettable day out. The view on the drive up and down from the start point is also breath taking.
Mark H, Aug 2017
Excellent English-speaking guide Jaime who knew terrain, flaura and fauna intimately and was able to pace the ascent to Pte de Veleta 3396 m in order perfectly to suit an unfit 66 year old and a very fit 19 year old.
Lea S, Sep 2016
This tour in UNBELIEVABLE and highly recommended. I was a little anxious at first but Jaimie our guide was patient and generous with me and we made it to the top. The views are spectacular. We went in the Autumn the weather was perfect. Do yourself a favour and book this tour.
norman_s, Mar 2025
Debido al mal tiempo nos cambiaron el Tour al Safari por la Sierra Nevada y fue maravillosa experiencia. El guia, Duab, ha sido uno de los mejores guias que hemos tenido. Atento, amable con mucho conocimiento, entretenido con dominio de las areas. Las vistas y las rutas son impactantes. Fue una maravillosa experiencia.
Guillaume_B, Dec 2024
Une expérience enrichissante, qui fait du bien physiquement, avec des paysages magnifiques et un guide expérimenté et exceptionnel
Lenna_v, Sep 2024
Un camino muy bonito con vistas muy buenas al final. El guía y su perrito son majos y aunque hay que subir un poco se va con tranquilidad y suficientes descansos :)
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