From Granada: Sierra Nevada Safari tour up to 2500 meters high
Overview
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7 hours
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Discover some of the best views of the Sierra Nevada mountains surrounding Granada, and enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the old city from secret viewpoints.
On the tour, travel by 4x4 vehicle along trails that date back over a thousand years, from the time of the Arabs, towards the towering peaks of the nearby mountains north of the city. Reach an elevation of 2500 meters-8000 feet, for amazing views of the highest peaks in the Iberian peninsula.
Explore the north face of the Sierra Nevadas to see the highest peaks on the Iberian Peninsula, climbing to heights of more than 3,000 meters, including the highest peak in the Iberian peninsula, Mulhacen which is named after one of the last kings of the Alhambra.
Learn about the geology, biology and history of this region where Arabs, and Visigoths lived. Finally, visit a mountain hut at 2500 meters(8000 ft) of elevation where we will have a drink with beautiful views, and enjoy one and half hours of free time there to walk, eat or relax.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Select your departure time at the time of booking using Special Requirements field
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Small group tour ( 8 people maximum )
One drink in a panoramic mountain hut at 2500 meters of altitude
Air conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter 4x4, equipped with low range and lifted suspension
Possible to buy
What To Expect
Sierra Nevada National Park
Sierra Nevada is the largest national park in Spain and also UNESCO biosphere reserve Its ecosystem is unique in Europe, almost one hundred endemic species are located here; Sierra Nevada is the highest range in Europe after the Alps; we will enjoy the views of its highest peaks and forests and the silence and pure air of them
Options
Morning tour
Drink included: Enjoy one drink(cofee, beer, wine....) in a restaurant at 2500 meters of elevation
Sunset tour 3pm start
4WD & Sunset : Enjoy a beautiful and serene sunset at 2500 meters of altitude (8000 ft)
It’s possible to have dinner during the tour
Duration of the tour : The duration of tour will vary depending on the time of the year, 6 hours in late summer or autumn, 7 hours spring and summer
Reviews
666 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Totally fulfilled expectations
D8168YBpetras,
Nov 1, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour, great guide with good explanations, nice viewpoints, small hikes, stops and information . Great program of the day. Thank you again.
An amazing trip into Sierra Nevada
Michael O,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful experience to get out of the city into the mountains. Our tool guide (vulture his nickname) was so knowledgeable in everything to do with the country - the history, the nature etc. We would highly recommend this trip.
Great tour in nature and the Sierra Nevadas
Heidi T,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Take this tour! This was one of our favorite experiences during our two weeks in Spain. It’s worth taking a day away from being in Granada for this 7-hour excursion (8:30-15:30) where you have multiple stops to see beautiful views and be immersed in nature. We appreciated the stops to see different aspects of the area and enjoyed the varying temps at different altitudes. We highly recommend layers as it gets increasing colder the higher you go, even on a sunny day. The group size was perfect with 8 plus our guide, Daud. We were in a Mercedes sprinter van, which handled the off-the-beaten path roads very well. Daud drove slowly and carefully on the gravel mountain roads and even though there were some narrow spots, this was not off-roading or dangerous. We did some short walks to get to a few views and the last hike was about 15 minutes of steep hiking, but was optional since it was at the restaurant we stopped at for lunch. Daud was an excellent guide - knowledgeable, engaging, and funny. We learned about plants, animals, and geology throughout the tour. He was very conversational and made a full day fun and energizing. We highly recommend this tour.
Really great way to get a...
Rhiannon L,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Really great way to get a snap shop view of the mountains.the sunset views were beautiful and the guide gave a great insight into the mountains
Escape the City...head to the Mountains
Linda W,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Escape the city and explore the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mtns. Our guide Daud had excellent local knowledge and kept us informed along the way. A scenic drive to the top of the mountain. We were lucky as we had a blue bird day... spectacular scenery. A few short walks, a coffee stop, lunch break. A lovely group of tourists who bonded nicely over the day. Definitely recommend this tour.
A lovely full-day trip
WalnutCreekMom,
Oct 17, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00It was refreshing to get out of the city and see a natural side of Granada. Our guide, self-nicknamed “Vulture,” was a kind and knowledgeable emissary of the mountains, explaining political history, botany, geography and sharing personal anecdotes. The day felt peaceful and relaxed as our group of eight made several stops on our way to 8,000 feet where we stopped for a delicious hot lunch (not included in the price). After lunch there was time for independent exploring; my husband and I took a short hike to the summit. We highly recommend this trip to anyone interested in adding layer and depth to a quick look at Granada and the surrounding area.
Fantastic tour to the top of the mountain with very knowledgeable guide.
Sue H,
Oct 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic experience. 4x4 to the top of the mountain with a very knowledgeable guide. He told us all about the plants, animals and geology of the area. We got to the top in time for the sunset which was fab. You might need a jumper or a coat for the very top!
Extraordinary
josee L,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Breathtaking, Diud is a great driver, it was a great experience and a small outing in kind feels good, sensitive heart abstain.
Snowy peaks
dr S,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jaime is a really friendly tour guide, who told us everything about the surroundings and geology. The tour is composed of approx. 6-7 stops, with an hour free time in the end. I recommend this activity.
A truly awesome...
Shilo s,
Oct 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00A truly awesome experience guided by Jaime. If you are travelling solo or in a group and enjoy nature, you'll love this! Jaime is a fantastic driver and you can really tell that he does this because he enjoys it. Super knowledgeable about the area down to the the flora and fauna. The back roads were super fun and packed with some pretty sweet views. Would definitely recommend this experience.
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