Come along with Snakebite's guided MTB tours
In the vicinity of Moraira you will find a wide choice of MTB tracks. From comfortable gravel paths through vineyards, challenging rock climbing, to technical single tracks, you will find it here.
Navigating through the area is not too difficult, but joining a guided MTB ride will help you get even more pleasure out of your mountain biking holiday. You will enjoy your bike ride without having to worry about finding your way back home and dangerous roads. The route profile of a guided MTB tour will always be suited to your fitness and personal tempo.
Navigating through the area is not too difficult, but joining a guided MTB ride will help you get even more pleasure out of your mountain biking holiday. You will enjoy your bike ride without having to worry about finding your way back home and dangerous roads. The route profile of a guided MTB tour will always be suited to your fitness and personal tempo.
Choose your day tour here
We´ve selected a range of cross country (XC) riding style mountain bike tours. Having MTB experience helps, but is not essential for each ride. We can tune these rides to your own skills and preferences. Having a reasonable fitness is however important, though some of the rides are harder than others.
For those that want to ride on small roads but not really like to go off road we´ve selected two trekking style cycling tours. These rides are also very suitable for family tours with children. Click here for the trekking tours. For more advanced riders we also offer several all mountain MTB tours. Finally, if you´d rather go out on your own, check out our self guided tours.
Below is some key information about the XC rides. In addition, on our Gallery page you´ll find links to photos and videos that will give you an even better impression.
For those that want to ride on small roads but not really like to go off road we´ve selected two trekking style cycling tours. These rides are also very suitable for family tours with children. Click here for the trekking tours. For more advanced riders we also offer several all mountain MTB tours. Finally, if you´d rather go out on your own, check out our self guided tours.
Below is some key information about the XC rides. In addition, on our Gallery page you´ll find links to photos and videos that will give you an even better impression.
XC MTB guided tours
1. Greatest hits - Vol. I
Route: Moraira - Benitachell - Jesus Pobre - Gata de Gorgos - Moraira
Route: Moraira - Benitachell - Jesus Pobre - Gata de Gorgos - Moraira
New to the area and want to find out what mountain biking is like over here? Than this ride has a great collection of trails you should get to know!
The ride is from Snakebite HQ in Moraira and takes you almost immediately off road. For about 15K we cruise flowy trails through forests and fields, before descending into the dry Gorgos river bed. Here we cross the valley in the direction of the foot of Montgó mountain where we will follow a trail to the towns of Jesus Pobre and Gata de Gorgos. In this village we usually break for coffee at the church square to recharge ourselves for the final third of this ride. We drop again into the river bed and from there we climb back to Benitachell and Moraira.
This ride is really of combination of the best elements cross country mountain biking offers: single track, some rocky parts, drops and also small roads and gravel paths to get some miles in.
The ride is from Snakebite HQ in Moraira and takes you almost immediately off road. For about 15K we cruise flowy trails through forests and fields, before descending into the dry Gorgos river bed. Here we cross the valley in the direction of the foot of Montgó mountain where we will follow a trail to the towns of Jesus Pobre and Gata de Gorgos. In this village we usually break for coffee at the church square to recharge ourselves for the final third of this ride. We drop again into the river bed and from there we climb back to Benitachell and Moraira.
This ride is really of combination of the best elements cross country mountain biking offers: single track, some rocky parts, drops and also small roads and gravel paths to get some miles in.
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2. The smell of gravel in the morning
Route: Benissa – Lliber – Jalón – Parcent – Benissa
Route: Benissa – Lliber – Jalón – Parcent – Benissa
One of our personal favourites. This tour is a great way to get a good impression of this corner of Spain. From Benissa we pass through the vineyards of the 'Vall de Pop' to the villages of Lliber, Jalón and Parcent. This tour takes us over small country roads, gravel roads and some rocky sections. Heading back we cycle at the foot of the 'Coll de Rates' with views of the valley and we check out a nice single track. Usually we break at the Velosol cycling bar in Jalón for coffee (and maybe some pancakes...). The route starts and finishes in Benissa. Climbs on this ride are never long but as the route profile constantly changes, a pretty good fitness is required.
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3. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger
Route: Benissa – Calpe / Sierra Olta – Benissa
Route: Benissa – Calpe / Sierra Olta – Benissa
A combination of asphalted farm roads, forest paths, gravel roads, rocky trails and even a long downhill trail; this route has it all. And it's only a stone's throw off the coast!
We leave Benissa by descending into a dry river bed followed by the only piece of flat road during the entire ride. Next we ride single tracks around Calpe, go up and down the slopes of Sierra Olta several times before heading back to Benissa. It is a wonderfully scenic mountain bike tour with a lot of altitude and varied surface. It is the combination of short, steep climbs and nice descents which makes this into an interesting but also pretty hard ride, so a good physical condition is required!
We leave Benissa by descending into a dry river bed followed by the only piece of flat road during the entire ride. Next we ride single tracks around Calpe, go up and down the slopes of Sierra Olta several times before heading back to Benissa. It is a wonderfully scenic mountain bike tour with a lot of altitude and varied surface. It is the combination of short, steep climbs and nice descents which makes this into an interesting but also pretty hard ride, so a good physical condition is required!
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4. The leg burner
Route: Moraira - Teulada - Benissa - Jalón - Gata de Gorgos - Benitachell - Moraira
Route: Moraira - Teulada - Benissa - Jalón - Gata de Gorgos - Benitachell - Moraira
We start the day by climbing from Moraira to Teulada which will easily warm us up. From there we cruise to Benissa where another bit of climbing awaits us. Over gravel and dirt roads we reach the ´Vall de Pop´ (Jalón valley) where we´ll encounter some olive groves and vineyards. Mid ride we break in Jalón before heading back to the coast again. Gradually we let the MTB tires take a beating when we cross a dry canyon before eventually rolling back downhill to Snakebite HQ.
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5. A route with a view
Route: Moraira / Benitachell - Cumbre del Sol - Cala Granadella - Jávea - Moraira
Route: Moraira / Benitachell - Cumbre del Sol - Cala Granadella - Jávea - Moraira
Riding on the edge between land and sea is why we call this ´a route with a view.´ We can either start the ride at Snakebite HQ in Moraira or if we want to limit the climbing metres, start in Benitachell. From there we´ll ride up Cumbre del Sol (or officially: Puig Llorença). We continue the tour right on top of the cliffs alongside the Mediterranean before dropping down to Cala Granadella, which is considered to be one of Spain's most beautiful bays. From there some more climbing while we head to Jávea. From Jávea we roll back to Moraira and it is most likely that by then we can feel our legs...
This ride is never really technical, so MTB novices will also be able to complete it.
This ride is never really technical, so MTB novices will also be able to complete it.
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- Distance: 35 or 45 K (depending on start location)
- Duration: around 3-5 hrs
- Climbing: +1.000 m
- Fitness: medium/high
- Technical level: low
- Price: from € 34,50 (includes rental MTB (hardtail), helmet, water bottle, guided tour and bike insurance)
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6. To the Castle!
Route: Altea - Guadalest - Altea
Route: Altea - Guadalest - Altea
El Castell de Guadalest (usually known as Guadalest) is a village tucked away in the mountains behind Altea. It is one of the touristic highlights of the Costa Blanca. Next to the town lies a reservoir from which the Guadalest river flows towards the sea. The river is usually (fairly) dry and offers a natural path for mountain bikers.
The ride starts at sea level and goes all the way up to Guadalest (around 600 m). The route is almost all off road and takes you through beautiful scenery.
The ride starts at sea level and goes all the way up to Guadalest (around 600 m). The route is almost all off road and takes you through beautiful scenery.
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7. The Ride Which Cannot Be Named
Place of departure: cannot be disclosed
Place of departure: cannot be disclosed
We are sorry to say that we cannot disclose too much information about our last ride. Basically, this information is 'members only.' To become a member you have to ride the tour. And it is by riding only that you will discover a land of amazing beauty with trees and plants in abundance and lots of tranquillity. You may also discover your own strengths (and weaknesses) as this ride will push you to the limit.
Click here for a teaser video!
Click here for a teaser video!
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- Distance: 38 K
- Duration: around 5 hrs
- Climbing: +1.300 m
- Fitness: high
- Technical level: low/medium
- Price: from € 39,50 (includes rental MTB (hardtail), helmet, water bottle, guided tour and bike insurance)
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More information
- Book a tour: see our Contact page.
- Tours can be booked 7 days of the week (subject to availability).
- See more: click on our gallery section for a taste of what to expect on the tours.
- Read more: Snakebite Guided MTB Tours: this is how we roll.
Please note that mountain bike trails in Spain are "living things". Trail conditions may change as a result of the weather, damages and other factors. As a result it is sometimes necessary to adjust the route of our tours to ensure safe riding and making sure your Snakebite MTB tour is the best possible experience.