Private 4x4 tour through the brown bear’s habitat and the Fuentes del Narcea
Highlights
- Experience a private expedition in an exclusive 4x4 through the habitat of the Cantabrian brown bear
- Discover the Monasterio beech forest and the peaks of the Fuentes del Narcea on a 4-hour adventure
- Enjoy unique panoramic views of the Brañas del Narcea and the river’s source, right in the heart of the mountain range
Why Freedome
Cancelación gratuita
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Precio mínimo garantizado
El mismo precio que reservando directamente. Sin comisiones.
Operadore de confianza
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Asistencia los 7 días
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Full description
If you’re looking for an exclusive expedition to lose yourself in ancient forests, discover high-mountain landscapes and follow in the footsteps of the brown bear at your own pace, this is the place for you.
Spend four hours in an exclusive 4x4 exploring the wildest corners of the Fuentes del Narcea Natural Park, from Cangas del Narcea to the historic Brañas del Narcea. A private, guided tour for up to 7 people, taking you through the imposing Monasterio beech forest and past strategic vantage points to spot wildlife in the wild and admire the source of the River Narcea in comfort and at your own pace.
What we will do
You will be met on time at the meeting point in Cangas del Narcea, or directly at your accommodation if you have arranged to be picked up within the town centre. There , your qualified guide and driver will be waiting for you by the Toyota Land Cruiser. They will welcome you, provide you with a pair of binoculars and finalise the details of this private expedition according to your preferences before starting the engines.
You’ll set off along the main road before quickly turning off onto mountain tracks that climb up the Sierra del Pando. You’ll pass by the historic chapel of San Pelayo and continue climbing towards the hermitages of San Gervasio and La Magdalena, in Trasmonte. You’ll reach the summit amidst ancient oak groves and the remains of old coal mines, crossing over to the other side of the ridge towards the valley of the village of Gedrez.
You’ll climb alongside the course of the young River Narcea and enter the imposing Monasterio beech forest, recognised as the second-largest natural beech forest in Europe. After passing through the hamlet of Monasterio de Hermo, you’ll reach the idyllic Brañas del Narcea, surrounded by tall pastures and traditional shepherds’ huts. There you’ll stop for a hot coffee with traditional pastries and, if you fancy a bit of a walk, you can take a pleasant stroll to the source of the River Narcea.
You’ll continue in the 4x4 to a strategic natural viewpoint right in the heart of the Fuentes del Narcea Natural Park. This will be the highlight of the trip: the moment to focus your binoculars and patiently search for the mountain range’s large inhabitants: the elusive Cantabrian brown bear, roe deer, chamois and wild boar. Throughout the wildlife spotting, the guide will also reveal the tracks, habits and biological secrets of this wild corner of Asturias.
You’ll head back to the starting point on a comfortable 30-minute drive, with the option to round off the day by enjoying a home-cooked meal at a high-mountain restaurant. In total, you’ll enjoy four hours of authentic immersion in nature, lush forests and wildlife in the wild, in an exclusive experience for your group.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for all ages and private groups of up to 7 people.
Children must always be accompanied by a responsible adult.
No previous experience or strenuous physical effort is required; the short walks are optional and can be adapted to suit your pace.
This activity is not suitable for people in wheelchairs or with reduced mobility, as the 4x4 vehicle is not adapted for this purpose.
Other information
The tour runs every day of the year, with regular departures at 10. 00 and 15. 00 (times can be arranged with the guide depending on the season and your availability) .
For insurance reasons,only the certified guide is permittedto drive.
There is the option to add a home-cooked meal at a high-mountain restaurant for an additional charge (from €30 per person) . You will need to let the guide know in advance.
Free parking is available at the meeting point.
A free pick-up service is available within the town centre of Cangas del Narcea (please enquire about the supplement for pick-ups outside the municipality) .
Small pets are welcome; if you are travelling with a medium or large pet, it will occupy one of the seats in the car.
Recommended clothing
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
Don't forget to bring
- Umbrella or raincoat
- Your own binoculars, if you have any
- Child seat for babies and young children (if you are bringing babies or young children)
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Cangas del Narcea, Asturias
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is moderate. You get a full refund if you cancel within 8 days from the activity start date. Within 7 and 5 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
