Alpujarras trek with Mulhacén and Veleta
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Alpujarras trekking with ascents of Mulhacén and Veleta
Cross Sierra Nevada from its southern slopes, linking the Alpujarras with the Hoya de la Mora area. This guided traverse plans ascents of Mulhacén and Veleta, with a main two-day programme and a one-day option by prior enquiry.
The planned two-day route begins around Hoya del Portillo, above Capileira, and approaches Poqueira refuge via Puerto Molina and Cascajar Negro. The itinerary describes an overnight stay on a half-board basis.
Day two links the Caldera area, Mulhacén, Collado de la Carihuela and Veleta before descending towards Hoya de la Mora. The published stages are about 9 km with 350 metres of ascent on day one, and 18 km with 1,300 metres of ascent on day two; the programme is adapted to conditions.
Experience and preparation
Fitness for the demands of the selected one-day or two-day traverse. The published group is 2–8 participants per guide, with individual arrangements by enquiry.
Practical information
- Duration: 1 or 2 days; confirm the chosen option
- Usual season: April to November, subject to conditions
- Published level: Low technical difficulty; moderate physical demand
- Dates: Ask about dates and availability
Included in the programme
- Qualified mountain guide for the activity
- Public liability and accident insurance
- Photographic record of the activity
- Shared safety equipment
- Staffed refuge night on the half-board basis described for the two-day programme
- Complimentary Granada–route start transport stated in the programme
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from climbing only Mulhacén?
It is a traverse between Sierra Nevada’s slopes with two summit objectives, Mulhacén and Veleta, finishing in the Hoya de la Mora area.
Can it be arranged in one day?
The programme allows one-day and two-day options. The one-day outing requires assessment of your fitness, the route and access; confirm transfers and the services for your chosen option.
Planned itinerary for the two-day option, adapted to mountain conditions and the group. Confirm the programme and services before booking.
Day 1: Capileira–Hoya del Portillo–Poqueira refuge
Transfer from the Granada meeting point to Hoya del Portillo. Walk via Puerto Molina and Cascajar Negro towards Poqueira refuge, with the overnight stay on the half-board basis described in the itinerary. The published stage is around 9 km with 350 metres of ascent.
Day 2: Poqueira–Mulhacén–Veleta–Hoya de la Mora
The planned route passes the Caldera shelter area and ascends towards Mulhacén, then links Collado de la Carihuela with Veleta. Descend to Hoya de la Mora for the arranged return vehicle to Granada. The published stage is around 18 km with 1,300 metres of ascent.
Dates: Ask about dates and availability.
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