The Valencian getaway: droppin´ in the perfect combination of trails and relaxation
Great trails, nice food and drinks and comfort. Those are the keywords for this MTB trail holiday. This package is for advanced MTB riders that like to challenge themselves on the Spanish trails and enjoy some quality downtime after the rides.
Base camp for this getaway is Moraira, a tranquil Costa Blanca village with good restaurants and quiet beaches. We´d like to take you on four rides. Each ride starts with a short drive (between 15 and max. 45 minutes). To maximize fun even more, there will be several uplifts on day two and three.
Base camp for this getaway is Moraira, a tranquil Costa Blanca village with good restaurants and quiet beaches. We´d like to take you on four rides. Each ride starts with a short drive (between 15 and max. 45 minutes). To maximize fun even more, there will be several uplifts on day two and three.
Trail grade: challenging but nothing too crazy
This trip is for experienced mountain bikers with good skills and fitness. Climbs on the rides can be challenging and there will be technical descents (loose surface). However, don´t expect any black runs. So drop-offs - yes, but no jumps. A full sus mountain bike is required with minimum 130 / 140 mm travel. See the video below for an impression of one of the more difficult trails you will encounter.
Tailor made programme
Depending on your wishes, the riding can be done on four consecutive days but it is also possible to take one or more rest days in between. The most compact version is that you arrive in Alicante in the morning (e.g. on Friday), we ride in the afternoon as well as the following three days and you fly back home in the afternoon of the fourth day (e.g. Monday). But a more relaxed, longer version is also possible where you spread the four rides over five, six or even seven days.
Here´s what we are offering:
Here´s what we are offering:
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Day 1 - Let´s rock ´n roll (trail day)
We use this first day to get acquainted with the terrain that is so typical for this part of the Costa Blanca. We leave Moraira by car towards the Jalón Valley (15 mins drive). Here we cruise the local trails as well as a few villages in the valley which are always good for a coffee stop and / or a spot of lunch. Trails vary from rocky climbs and descents on both single and wider tracks. In between we´ll move around the valley using small farm roads and gravel paths. The ride is estimated to be around 30 - 45 km / 600 – 750 mtrs climbing (depending on your programme). |
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Day 2 - Shake, rattle and roll (all mountain ride)
Today we crank it up a couple of notches. Four downhill runs with three van assisted uplifts. The first is a warm up on the so-called “Jacob’s ladder”. Then, we head to the Sierra de Bernia. Set against amazing views over the coastline, we do two downhill runs, which we call the “Double Bernia bastard”. One of the runs is called the “Croc”, referring to the pointy back of a crocodile. Although it is a downhill run, it is hard work because of the rocky surface so after this one we have lunch on top of the mountain. After lunch we follow “See you on the flip side”, a technical single track right across the Bernia all the way down into the valley. |
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Day 3 – Happy hardcore (all mountain ride)
On this day we visit the area south of the Sierra de Bernia, namely the Puig Campana and León Dormido. The first uplift brings us to “la Cadena” from where we climb to the highest point of the day. After several natural, rocky trails we end up at a mini bike park where we can play some more on the bikes ;) and eventually have lunch. After lunch another uplift takes us to the village of Xirles. We get dropped off at the highest point so we can immediately start descending. Expect flowy, rocky trails built on terraces that are so typical for this part of Spain. |
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Day 4 – Let´s boogie (trail day)
The goal of this last riding day is to make sure you leave with the ultimate Valencian vibes. That means presenting you with the right combination of mountains, trails and sea views. After a short drive in the van, we climb to the top of a mountain near Teulada. Here you have a 360 view of this part of the Costa Blanca. From the top of the hill we descent on both double / single track for about 3 K. The descent is not super technical but at some points pretty steep. After the descent we ride to Gata de Gorgos where we break for coffee. After the break we ride the so-called "circuito de Gata", a man-made track with good corners and berms. Fun! Total distance: appr. 35 K with 700 mtrs of climbing. |
You choose your accommodation
As said, this package is as much about riding as it is about having a good time off the bike. For that, Moraira has a good selection of quality boutique hotels. One is the Mañet hotel with its stunning location, right on the seafront. Restaurants and bars are within walking distance. Another is the Swiss Hotel Moraira which is somewhat further away from the village center, but the hotel is a true oasis and has a very good restaurant. Other hotels to consider are El Rodat, Nuevo Gema or Casa Pauline. You can contact these hotels directly but of course we are happy to make enquiries on your behalf as well.
If you prefer more privacy, then renting your own villa is something to consider. We are happy to send you an overview.
If you prefer more privacy, then renting your own villa is something to consider. We are happy to send you an overview.
Your guides
You will be guided by Mike, the owner of Snakebite MTB Adventures. On day two and three you have the extra assistance of Emiel.
More about Mike can be found here. Emiel, in a nutshell, loves every kind of track, as long as it is going downhill. His aim is to have fun on the bike, rather than being the fastest. And above all, sharing the beauty of riding at the Costa Blanca with others. A big bottle of Fanta Limón after his ride is essential. His motto: why choose the easy line when there´s a more ´interesting´ option available?!
Mike and Emiel are both MIAS certified mountain bike guides.
More about Mike can be found here. Emiel, in a nutshell, loves every kind of track, as long as it is going downhill. His aim is to have fun on the bike, rather than being the fastest. And above all, sharing the beauty of riding at the Costa Blanca with others. A big bottle of Fanta Limón after his ride is essential. His motto: why choose the easy line when there´s a more ´interesting´ option available?!
Mike and Emiel are both MIAS certified mountain bike guides.
In short: four days of all mountain MTB riding in Moraira
Price per person:
- Two persons: € 325,00 p.p.
- Three persons: € 275,00 p.p.
- Four persons: € 239,00 p.p.
- Larger group? Contact us for prices.
Included:
- 4 days of trail riding together with a personal guide. Two days will be assisted with multiple uplifts.
- Lunch will be provided on day 2 and 3.
- Transfer from and to Alicante airport. Clients that arrange their own transport to Moraira will receive a discount.
- Transport service to and from the trails.
- Photo and video service.
Not included:
- Flight / travel to Spain.
- Accommodation.
- Meals and other subsistence costs.
- Insurance for personal accidents and/or damaging third parties is not included in the pack nor insurance for your bike. Always check your (travel) insurance to see if there is sufficient coverage for risks related to outdoor sports and activities. We also advise to bring your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
Booking
This package can be booked (subject to availability) between the end of September 2020 and June 2021.
To ask questions or make a reservation, please go to our contact page.
¡Hasta pronto!
To ask questions or make a reservation, please go to our contact page.
¡Hasta pronto!