What to do · La Alpujarra
Guided Climb of Mulhacén from Capileira, with the National Park Minibus
Information
- From
- €80 per person
- Duration
- 5 h 30
- Season
- Summer and autumn, with the minibus in service
- Who it's for
- Teenagers and fit adults
Mulhacén, at 3,482 metres, is the highest summit of the Peninsula. From the Alpujarra you climb by its south face, the most accessible: a National Park minibus drops walkers at the Alto del Chorrillo, at 2,700 metres, and from there the route to the summit is direct and without technical sections. The round trip takes between five and six hours, and the company Nevadensis, based in Pampaneira, does it with a guide from €80 per person.
From the Alto del Chorrillo to the summit
You meet in Capileira, at the stop for the National Park's High Peaks minibus, next to the information point. The minibus climbs the mountain track, with a stop at Puerto Molina, to the Alto del Chorrillo. There the walk starts: by the south side, along a direct route with no technical sections, to the summit of Mulhacén.
The descent of Nevadensis's itinerary goes by the west side and passes the Laguna de la Caldera, at 3,050 metres, before returning to the starting point to take the minibus back to Capileira. The company rates it easy-medium difficulty, for hikers with little or moderate experience.
Price, group and what is included
The guided departure costs from €80 per person and includes Nevadensis's mountain guides and liability and assistance insurance. It does not include the picnic or personal equipment, nor any costs arising from bad weather or cancellations. A minimum of four people per departure is needed; if it isn't reached, the company proposes another date or a private departure with a supplement. They recommend holding a mountaineering federation licence. The company publishes departures from June to November.
On your own
The route can be done without a guide if you have mountain experience and the weather is stable: the minibus is the same for everyone. Check the last descent service before you start walking.
Not in a storm
The minibus season runs from Easter to early December, weather permitting. If a storm, strong wind or fog is forecast, do not go up. Bring plenty of water, food, a really warm layer, a hat and sun cream.
To sleep the night before near the stop, the Hotel Finca Los Llanos is at the entrance to Capileira. If you stay to see the villages, see Capileira and its museum.
Tips
- Check the last minibus Before you start walking, confirm the time of the last descent.
- Bring your own food The picnic is not included in the guided departure.
- A coat even in August At the summit it is cold and windy.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost with a guide?
From €80 per person with Nevadensis, with a minimum of four people.
How long does the Mulhacén climb take?
Between five and six hours round trip from the Alto del Chorrillo.
Is the Mulhacén climb difficult?
Easy-medium according to the company: no technical sections, but at over 3,000 metres.
Where does it leave from?
From the National Park minibus stop in Capileira.
With teenagers
Who runs it
- NevadensisAscent of the Mulhacén from Capileira, with shuttle bus Visit their website
