Trekking the Peña Ubiña massif · 4 days
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Trekking the Peña Ubiña massif · 4 days

Four-day trek through the Peña Ubiña Massif, the second highest in the Cantabrian Mountains, within the Las Ubiñas-La Mesa Biosphere Reserve. AEGM-UIMLA certified guide, three nights with full board and safety equipment included.

In Somiedo Natural Park · Principality of Asturias

Trek · 3 nights Challenging

From 425 € /person

At a glance
  • The second highest massif in the Cantabrian Mountains, after the Picos de Europa.
  • UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Las Ubiñas-La Mesa, between Asturias and León
  • Three full days of trekking with a certified AEGM-UIMLA guide.
  • Possibility of summiting Peña Ubiña (2,417 m) depending on conditions.
  • Three nights with full board and safety equipment included.

What you'll experience

  1. Entrance to the massif

    Meeting with the guide, equipment check and first day getting acquainted with the access valleys, gaining altitude among meadows and holly forests to reach the accommodation.

  2. Heart of the Ubiñas

    High-mountain day along the massif’s axis, with limestone ridges, passes and views of the great walls. A demanding stage and one of the most spectacular of the crossing.

  3. Summit day

    Attempt to summit Peña Ubiña (2,417 m) or another peak in the massif, depending on conditions and the group’s state. The guide will decide the safest and most beautiful objective for the day.

  4. Descent and farewell

    Final stage descending through valleys and shepherd paths to the starting point, with time to say goodbye to the group.

What's included

This is what the bundle covers. If you want to tweak something, we'll sort it in the proposal.

Lodging

  • Three nights accommodation in the mountain range
    Tres noches de descanso en alojamiento de montaña dentro del entorno de Las Ubiñas-La Mesa, base para encadenar las etapas de la travesía.

Meals

  • Tres pensiones completas
    Desayuno y cena incluidos las tres noches, para reponer fuerzas tras cada jornada de montaña.

Extras

  • Welcome, briefing and materials review.
    Meeting with the AEGM-UIMLA guide on the first day: itinerary presentation, personal equipment check and weather forecast for the four days in the massif.
  • Día 1 · Etapa de entrada al macizo
    Primera jornada de aproximación por los valles de acceso, ganando altura entre prados y bosques de acebo hasta el corazón de las Ubiñas.
  • Día 2 · Etapa de alta montaña
    Jornada de crestas calizas, collados y grandes paredes por el eje del macizo, la etapa más exigente y espectacular de la travesía.
  • Día 3 · Día de cumbre
    Intento de coronar Peña Ubiña (2.417 m) u otra cima del macizo según condiciones, con el guía decidiendo el objetivo más seguro del día.
  • Guía AEGM-UIMLA, mapa y material de seguridad
    Guía de montaña titulado durante los cuatro días, mapa del Macizo de las Ubiñas y material de seguridad colectivo. El núcleo profesional que hace posible la travesía.

Included

  • · Certified mountain guide with AEGM-UIMLA qualification for the 4 days
  • · 3 nights accommodation in the mountain range
  • · 3 full board stays (breakfast and dinner)
  • · Map of the Ubiñas Massif
  • · Collective safety equipment

Not included

  • · Transfer to the meeting point
  • · Lunches and unspecified route picnics.
  • · Personal mountain equipment (boots, technical clothing, poles, headlamp)
  • · Travel or personal accident insurance
  • · Any service not expressly indicated in the inclusions.

Where it happens

Somiedo Natural Park Principality of Asturias

Price calendar

Per-person guide price. The final quote arrives with the personalised proposal.

From To Price per person Season
1 May 2026 14 Jun 2026 425 € Temporada de primavera
15 Jun 2026 15 Sept 2026 440 € Temporada de verano
16 Sept 2026 31 Oct 2026 425 € Temporada de otoño

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Who this fits

With friends Adventure Ecotourism Disconnection
For experienced mountaineers in good physical shape, comfortable with long days and technical terrain. This is not an introduction to hiking: there are significant elevation gains, exposed sections and altitudes above 2,000 m. Ideal for groups of friends, couples who love the mountains and clubs looking for a challenging Cantabrian crossing without sacrificing comfortable lodging and good food every night.

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What level of experience do you need for this trip?
A high level. It’s high mountain terrain with long days, significant elevation gain and technical sections. You need prior experience and good physical condition.
Is it safe to reach the summit of Peña Ubiña?
The summit is the goal for the third day, but it always depends on weather conditions and the group’s condition. The guide prioritizes safety and may suggest an alternative peak.
Where do you sleep?
Accommodation in the mountains with full board for three nights (breakfast and dinner included). The exact location will be confirmed upon booking.
What exactly does the price include?
AEGM-UIMLA guide during the four days, three nights of accommodation, three full board pensions, map of the Macizo de las Ubiñas and collective safety equipment.
When is the best time to go?
From June to October, when the snow has disappeared from most of the peaks. Outside of that period the terrain may require winter equipment and technique.
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