Discover the Granada and Almeria province around Sierra Nevada on a life changing gravel adventure.
Deserted in Andalusia
For who?
Everybody who is looking for a physical demanding journey in a scenery that is as breathtaking as it is challeging. You regularly cycle through remote and isolated areas. Altimeters go hand in hand with the pristine nature.
We guide you and the group. No previous bike packing experience is necessary. Only a sense of adventure and perseverance. The biggest adventure ever is upon you.
‘Deserted in Andalusia’ can be tailored to the group but if you are looking for a challenge this is the trip to go. This trip can be completely self-supported.
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If you want the real experience, we suggest sleeping (partly) outdoors.
Of course, this trip is bespoke and we can work this out according to the group's choice. Basecamp, hotels or sleeping outdoors as mentioned above, it's all possible.
In terms of hotels, we depend on options. Not all levels of hotels are available everywhere. This may be basic in certain regions.
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We provide all the nutrition on the trip. Snacks and meals. Depending on the trip, we create a nutrition schedule.
While camping, we eat high quality freeze dried meals alternating with meals we can eat at restaurants along the way. During hotel nights, food is provided by the hotel.
Water and isotonic drinks full trip.
Of course, this trip is bespoke and everything is possible.
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The full experience takes about 5 - 7 days. We can tailor, shorten and lighten this trip to suit the group. Of course, then we would not be able to include some of the locations mentioned in the itinerary.
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This region is physically demanding. Steep ascent, challenging ground do not make this trip easy.
Steep ascent, challenging ground do not make this trip easy. The full experience is long (+- 700km). As mentioned, everything can be customized and we can adjust the distance. We can also bike a short loop just north of Sierra Nevada. (from 250km) DirtyDropbars can guide you leading up to the trip. We provide professional coaching and preparation. No challenge that we avoid together.
The Journey
Self-awareness is the foundation of authenticity. We strongly believe getting out and challenge yourself in a pristine environment is going to push your self development or the development of your group.
This journey is an epic ride through multiple unique landscapes.
The large gullies and colourful sandstone formations make the Gorafe Desert one of the most amazing landscapes in Europe. La Alpujarra is a historical region between the south slopes of Sierra Nevada and Sierra de Gádor, with some of the most remote and picturesque villages in Andalusia.Cabo de Gata Natural Park is located in the Southeast Mediterranean coast, and it is one of Europe’s most unusual landscape, surrounded by volcanic rock formations, fossil beaches, abandoned villages and a windswept landscape. Located in the province of Almería, the Tabernas Desert is considered officially the only desert on the European continent.
To rent
Because not everyone has everything and you shouldn't have to purchase this equipment you can rent it from us
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You can rent a gravelbike for this trip. We offer a gravelbike with proper gearing for steep climbing and wide tires for the most comfort.
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Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
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We rent bicycle cases to bring your or a rental bike with you on the flight.
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Bikepacking bags
and all other camping gear if needed
