What to do · Asturias
4x4 buggy ride through the hills of Cangas de Onís
Information
- From
- €90 per two-seater buggy
- Duration
- 1 h
What it involves
You drive an 800 cc automatic Can-Am 4x4 buggy yourself along mountain tracks and paths around Cangas de Onís, in single file behind a guide. The route mixes dirt trails, mud, sand, small streams, woodland and hillocks, with fully off-road sections. The company rates the one- and two-hour routes as medium difficulty. On the two-hour route, if the day is clear, you see the Picos de Europa.
No experience is needed: before setting off the guide explains how to handle the vehicle and the safety rules, and stays with the group the whole time. Each buggy has an adjustable three-point harness for every occupant.
Who runs it
The routes are run by Cangas Aventura, the Arriondas company that also hires out canoes for the Sella descent and runs horse rides. Its website has a link with directions to the starting point.
Price and duration
The price is per vehicle, not per person:
- Two-seater buggy: €90 for one hour, €150 for two hours.
- Four-seater family buggy: €130 for one hour, €240 for two hours.
- Half day or full day: only for groups of at least two buggies, price on request.
The price includes the photos the guide takes during the route. At one point the page mixes the two-seater price with a general per-vehicle price, so confirm the rate when you book.
Times
- Morning: departures at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00.
- Afternoon: departures at 16:00, 17:00, 18:00 and 19:00.
- There is also a two-hour route from 10:00 to 12:00.
The company does not set a season and asks you to check availability for each date. In winter it has worked with groups of three or more buggies; if you are going between December and March, ask first.
Requirements
- Driver: a category B driving licence. No other skills are required.
- Passengers: from age 4.
- If it rains, they provide a waterproof jacket and trousers.
What to bring
Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, because mud splashes inside the buggy. Gloves and sunglasses, which help with dust and branches. Closed shoes. Leave valuables in the car or in a closed bag: with the bumps anything loose ends up on the floor.
When to go
With mud the route is more fun and dirtier; in high summer there is more dust. Spring and autumn give the greenest landscapes and comfortable temperatures. In thick fog you lose the views of the Picos, although the driving is the same.
How to book
On the Cangas Aventura booking platform, choosing the vehicle and time, or by phone, WhatsApp or email. In August the morning slots sell out days in advance.
With children and teenagers
With children aged 4 and over as passengers, the family buggy lets all four go together. Teenagers go as co-driver; only someone with a category B licence drives. If anyone gets travel sick, they should sit in front.
Where to sleep nearby
In Cangas de Onís you have the Camping Picos de Europa and the El Lleráu motorhome area. If you want to go up to the lakes the next day, the bus to the Lagos de Covadonga leaves from Cangas station.
Tips
- Wear old clothes Mud is part of the route. Bring a change of clothes for the return.
- Choose two hours if you want to see the Picos The company points out the views of the Picos on the two-hour route, if the day is clear.
- Put the family in a single buggy The four-seater works out cheaper per person than two two-seaters.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a licence to drive the buggy?
Yes, the driver needs a category B licence. The buggies are automatic and the guide explains how to handle them before setting off.
Can children go?
As passengers, from age 4, with a three-point harness.
How much does the buggy ride cost?
From €90 an hour for a two-seater buggy. The four-seater family one costs €130 an hour.
With friends
Who runs it
- Cangas Aventura1-hour or 2-hour ride in a two- or four-seater Can-Am 4x4 buggy Visit their website
