Granada: Sierra Nevada 4x4 Safari with Mountain Hut Drink

Summary

Granada’s wild peaks by 4x4 old trails, hidden views and mountain hut pause

You’ll ride ancient trails by 4x4 from Granada into the high Sierra Nevada, passing secret viewpoints and hearing stories from your local guide. At 2500 meters you’ll pause at a mountain hut for drinks and free time — whether you wander or just breathe in that wild air is up to you.

What’s the experience like?

I felt a bit restless that morning in Granada — maybe it was the way the mountains seemed to float above the city, all blue shadows and white streaks. We piled into the 4x4 (Mercedes, which made my dad happy for some reason) and our guide, Javier, started telling us about how these tracks were once used by Arab traders. I kept thinking about all the feet and hooves that came before us. The air changed as we climbed; it got sharper, like biting into an apple straight from the fridge. Someone joked about our ears popping — mine actually did.

We stopped at this spot where you could see both Granada sprawled out below and the highest peaks of Sierra Nevada just ahead. Javier pointed out Mulhacén — he said it’s named after a king who was buried up there. I tried to imagine that kind of silence centuries ago. There was this smell I can’t quite place — not pine exactly, more like cold stone after rain. It’s weird what sticks with you. The wind whipped around us and everyone went quiet for a second, just looking.

The last bit took us up to a mountain hut at 2500 meters. My hands were cold but they gave us drinks inside — coffee for me, something stronger for others. The view from that window still pops into my head sometimes when I’m stuck in traffic back home. We had free time to wander or just sit; I ended up chatting with an older couple from Seville who’d never been up here either. Funny how you travel far and meet people from close by.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sierra Nevada mountain and city views

• Travel by 4x4 vehicle on ancient trails
• Explore north face of Sierra Nevada
• Reach 2500 meters elevation mountain hut
• Enjoy drink with panoramic views
• Spend 1.5 hours free time walking or relaxing

Top questions

How high does the Sierra Nevada safari go?

The tour reaches an elevation of 2500 meters (about 8000 feet).

Is pickup included from Granada?

The tour includes pickup in Granada; check details when booking.

What vehicle is used for this day trip?

A Mercedes Benz Sprinter 4x4 with lifted suspension is used.

Is food or drink included on this tour?

One drink is included at a panoramic mountain hut at 2500 meters.

How long do we spend at the mountain hut?

You have about one and a half hours of free time at the hut to walk, eat or relax.

Is this suitable for children or infants?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels; infant seats are available and strollers can be used.

Are service animals allowed on this safari?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

What’s included

Your day includes small group travel in a Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 with pickup in Granada, stories and guidance along ancient trails, one drink at a panoramic mountain hut at 2500 meters altitude, plus plenty of time to pause or wander before heading back down together.