Spanish Three Peaks Challenge

Spanish 3 Peaks Challenge – Adventure Weekend in the Sierra Nevada

Fancy taking on your biggest adventure yet? Join Essex Adventures for a long weekend in Southern Spain as we summit three legendary peaks of the Sierra Nevada:

Mulhacén (3,482m), Pico del Caballo (3,011m), and Veleta (3,395m).

To put it into perspective — you’ll be hiking mountains well over twice the height of the UK’s tallest peak, Ben Nevis (1,345m). This is a true step up from UK hiking and a genuine mountain challenge.

The Experience

We’ll be based in a 3-star hotel at approximately 1,500m, giving you proper rest and comfort after big summit days. Each day we’ll head higher into the mountains, using a mountain bus to reach around 2,700m before hiking on foot to the summits.

Over three action-packed days, expect:

 • Turquoise glacial lagoons

 • Dramatic ridgelines

 • Vast open landscapes

 • Panoramic views stretching to the Mediterranean — and even North Africa on clear days

This is high-altitude hiking at its best, made accessible through smart planning, experienced leadership, and strong group support.

What’s Included

🥾 3 days of fully guided mountain hikes

 🚐 Mountain transport each day (up to approx. 2,700m)

 🏔 4 nights accommodation in a 3-star hotel (shared twin rooms)

 🍴 Daily breakfasts at the hotel

 🚐 Airport transfers to and from Malaga

 👣 Essex Adventures support crew & event WhatsApp group

💪 Training Program

👕 Challenge T-Shirt

🏅 Event Medal

Highlights

✔️ Summit mainland Spain’s highest peak – Mulhacén (3,482m)

 ✔️ Complete three major summits in three days

 ✔️ Experience mountains more than 2× higher than anything in the UK

 ✔️ Push your limits with a supportive, like-minded group

 ✔️ Relax, refuel, and share stories after each big day

 ✔️ Option to extend your stay and explore Granada’s culture, tapas, and Moorish heritage

Key Info

📅 Duration: 5 days / 4 nights

 💪 Difficulty: Very Challenging

 🌍 Location: Sierra Nevada, Andalucia, Spain

Travel Plan

• Arrive Malaga Day 1 → transfer to Capilleira

• 3 summit days across the Sierra Nevada

• Return to Malaga Day 5 for departure

• Full itinerary provided on booking

This challenge is suitable for fit hikers with good endurance who want to step beyond UK hills and experience real high-mountain terrain — without technical climbing.

Altitude & Fitness Expectations

This adventure takes place at high altitude, with hiking reaching up to 3,482m. While we use transport to reduce unnecessary fatigue, participants should be prepared for:

 • Thinner air

 • Consecutive long hiking days

Training Program will be provided.  No mountaineering experience is required — just solid fitness, determination, and a positive mindset.

What’s Not Included

❌ Flights to/from Malaga

 ❌ Evening meals (flexibility to explore local food)

 ❌ Personal hiking kit

 ❌ Personal travel insurance (Mandatory)

 ❌ Drinks and personal expenses

Why Join?

This is more than a hike.

 It’s about testing yourself, building confidence, and proving you can take on something far bigger than anything you’ve done before — all while being fully supported every step of the way.

This is more than just a hiking trip — it’s about building friendships, testing your limits, and creating memories in one of Europe’s most stunning mountain ranges.

👉 Spots are limited – reserve your place and join the adventure today!