Outdooraholics North West (inc. Manchester) Hiking, Walking

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Probably the most dreamed about and romanticised part of Britain - made famous through the writing of Daphne de Maurier with such great works as Rebecca and Jamaica Inn. We’re off to explore this magical county and also to visit Fowey - where she chose to live and found inspiration for her novels.

Cornwall’s unique history, rugged beauty and deep blue ocean vistas await us. With almost a third of Cornwall designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, we’re be spoiled for choice when it comes to spectacular views and untouched nature and we’ve lined up some great hikes. Our first one is along a stunning stretch of Cornish coastline with quaint "frozen in time" fishing villages, towering cliffs and dreamy sandy beaches. The second day is an exploration of Fowey and the surroundings - ride the ferry (twice) to discover brilliant views towards Fowey Harbour and the estuary and hike through the woods around the medieval Pont Pill. Join us in a truly spectacular weekend trip exploring some of Cornwall’s best features.

We shall also visit the World famous Eden project which has been voted by the British Travel Awards as the "Best UK Leisure Attraction" for 5 years in a row. It is a global collection of plants inside 2 vast atmospheric biomes that nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches. It contains the worlds largest indoor rainforest with waterfalls and steamy jungles with a new canopy so you can also walk above the treetops.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Hike in stunning parts of Cornwall’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
• Explore a spectacular stretch of South Cornwall coastline
• Follow the South West Coast Path and discover amazing coastal views and quaint fishing villages
• Cross the river with a ferry to discover stunning views towards river Fowey and the exceptional Fowey area
• Stay at a lovely off the beaten track hostel with several beaches in walking distance
• Visit the fishing town of Fowey and discover it’s great beauty that attracted Daphne de Maurier to move here
• Visiting the Eden Project (optional extra) - the world's largest indoor rain forest

WEEKEND DESCRIPTION

Cornwall is absolutely unique. Surrounded on three sides by the wild Atlantic ocean, it is almost like a geographic island. It has its own Celtic heritage and its own language - Kernowek, which is spoken by about 2000 people. 27% of the county is proclaimed an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty made up of 12 separate geological areas and covering 958 sq km. Cornwall contains some of Britain’s finest coastal scenery and is a must see world class destination.

For accommodation, we're exclusively renting a secluded hostel just for our group in the picturesque hamlet of Boswinger in the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The cottage we’re staying in is off the beaten track, surrounded by lush green countryside and in walking distance from several beaches. An idyllic setting for our adventure.

ITINERARY

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COST & PAYMENT

£278. Click “Attend” to pay the £20 deposit by PayPal. The remainder is due by bank transfer within 3 working days.

Trip payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out fully paid spaces can be advertised to the same gender, for details: FAQ

TRANSPORT, ACCOMMODATION AND START TIME

The trip starts at the venue and you will need transport to the hikes.
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The accommodation address is at the top of this page, you are welcome to arrive from 7pm or any time later.

FOOD

Breakfast and packed lunches are included in the cost and will be provided for Saturday, Sunday and Monday (except the Monday lunch at the Eden project). Dinner on Sunday night is also provided. You will need money for drinks, lunch at the Eden project and dinner on Saturday night.

Breakfast is healthy and nutritious - typically cereal, porridge with fresh fruit, berries, nuts and seeds, fresh fruit salad, free range eggs, yogurt, toast and coffees, teas etc.

For lunch we provide fruit, crisps, cereal bars and a range of options to make your own sandwiches typically tomatoes, cucumber, houmous, peanut butter, honey, jam, ham, cheese and salami.

After the hike we enjoy Cream Teas - an English delicacy consisting of scones, clotted cream and jam, a tasty treat!

Meals are meat based with vegetarian options. To find out if the food being provided meets your intolerance/allergies/preferences/likes/dislikes etc, please email us. You are welcome to bring your own favourite items to meet specific requirements and there is a fridge and kitchen you can use.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

• 3 nights hostel accommodation (mainly 4 and 6-bedded single gender rooms)
• Breakfast on Saturday, Sunday and Monday
• Tea (including herbal) and coffee
• Packed lunches on Saturday and Sunday
• Dinner on Sunday night
• Hikes by trained guides
• Compliance with the 2018 Package Travel Regulations including Financial protection

THE PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Transport to, from and during the trip
• Dinner on Saturday night
• Drinks and personal expenses
• The Fowey ferry journeys on Sunday (about £4.50)
• Lunch at the Eden Project Café
• Entry to the Eden Project which we have arranged at a special group rate of £25 (if 15 or more)

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers - CLOTHING TIPS

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Spain - the land of sunshine and street festivals is a colourful medley of contrasting scenery, rich culture and also amazing cuisine. Home to the legendary artists Picasso and Dali, Spain inspires with the unique character of each region and diversity of the landscapes.

Explore Spain’s first National Park and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve - the remarkable Picos de Europa, this is the largest limestone mountain range in all Europe. The National Park straddles the three provinces of Cantabria, Asturias and León. Deep rivers and glaciers have carved out a remote paradise of deep valleys and gorges.

We hike the narrow rocky cliffs of the Cares Gorge - along a stunning valley. We admire the crystal Lakes of Covadonga and summit some of the most spectacular peaks and viewpoints of the park - the striking Naranjo de Bulnes.

Our accommodation is in the pretty mountain town of Cangas de Onis.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit Spain and discover its greenest and most picturesque region
• Explore Spain’s first National Park (1918) and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve - Picos de Europa
• Reach the base of the iconic limestone giant - Naranjo de Bulnes Peak (2519m)
• Complete the most popular path through the Cares Gorge valley
• Hike above 2000m and admire the rugged dramatic views over the park
• Admire the picture postcard Lakes of Covadonga
• Discover a wild and untamed area, home to rich wildlife including vultures, eagles and wild goats
• Experience the local tradition and sample the cuisine of Cangas de Onis

HOLIDAY DESCRIPTION

Picos de Europa - a mountainous region in Northern Spain has a charming blend of ancient mountain villages, jagged peaks, lush valley pastures and unique alpine wildlife. Picos de Europa is Spain’s first National Park and was formed at the same time as the Alps and Pyrenees, it’s the largest limestone mountain range in Europe and is UNESCO protected for its wildlife, history and unique geology.

We hike to the base of the towering Naranjo de Bulnes Peak and the mesmerising serene Lakes of Covadonga. We complete one of the most striking hikes in Spain - the Cares Gorge trail that is a true adventure through a winding narrow path carved into the stone high above a roaring river. We also reach spectacular beauty spots that strike us with endless lush vistas at more than 2000m above sea level.

The mountains sit within the Asturias region of Spain - famed for their local cider and cheese which there is ample opportunity to sample in our mountain village.

Important Notes

This trip is suitable for fit and experienced hikers. These are tough mountain hikes involving long uphill/downhill sections on steep and uneven ground as well as walking/scrambling over rocks and boulders. Some of the trails may not be suitable for anyone who suffers from vertigo and an above average level of fitness is required.
Driving - we are driving to the hikes every day, some days have long drives and on mountain roads. The drive to and from the airport is roughly 2.5 hours

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COST & PAYMENT

£776. Click “Attend” and pay the £100 deposit by Paypal. The remainder is due by bank transfer within 3 days.

Trip payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out fully paid spaces can be advertised to the same gender, for details: FAQ

START AND END TIME

Times are local time i.e. the times for Spain are in Spanish time

We suggest an inbound group flight below, for anyone on this flight or at the airport at this time we arrange a complimentary transfer to the accommodation at 12:30pm. If you arrive later you will need to make your own way to the accommodation (we wait for the suggested flight if delayed).

Inbound flight 10.05.2024
Vueling 9:05am from London Gatwick (LGW) to Bilbao (BIO) landing at 12:05pm
Flight: VY6304

You can also take this earlier flight which is cheaper and wait for the group transfer:

Easyjet 6:45am from London Gatwick (LGW) to Bilbao (BIO) landing at 9:50am
Flight: EZY8001

RETURN

Trip ends at Bilbao airport on day 7 (approx 11am at the airport). If the holiday permits, you can extend your stay for a night and explore the city.

FOOD

Breakfast and dinner (except 1 days dinner) will be provided each day, you can buy packed lunches from the local shops and the hotel. The local cuisine is diverse with strong Mediterranean features and influenced by the Romans and Arabs. Every region has a distinct cuisine with the most common ingredients being olive oil and garlic. All mainstream dietary requirements can be catered for but will be a more limited choice.

We need to be aware of all dietary requirements prior to booking, please email us to verify if they can be catered for first: info@outdooraholics.co.uk

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

• 6 nights accommodation in twin bedded hotel rooms
• Breakfast and dinner each day (except one dinner)
• Hikes by trained guides (Outdoor First Aiders)
• Compliance with the 2018 Package Travel Regulations including Financial protection
• All travel for the hiking days and complimentary airport transfers at the start and the end of the trip

THE PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Flights
• Dinner on one night and meals other than the above mentioned (a typical lunch is approx 5-10 EUR)
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Free day activities - optional and booked on arrival

INSURANCE

It is essential that you have travel insurance that covers the cost of emergency medical treatment and also the activity of hiking (up to 2200m in this case). It is also recommended that this covers illness, cancellation and curtailment. You will be required to provide a copy of this before the trip. Without it we cannot accept you onto the trip and no refund will be due in this case.

Outdooraholics cannot verify policies or what they cover so please confirm with your insurer. The guide accepting your policy is not an indication that we confirm it is valid or covers what we list, only your insurers can confirm this.

There are lots of insurers who cover hiking, for example the BMC: LINK

You will also need to ensure you have all valid documents to visit this country including a passport and Visa if you require one. Spain is within the EU.

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers - CLOTHING TIPS

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Welcome to the captivating Atlas Mountains where we embark upon a high altitude adventure to summit North Africa’s highest mountain peak - the mighty Jebel Toubkal (4167m). Admire the rugged beauty of the Moroccan Atlas mountain range while immersed in the traditional Moroccan culture in a spectacular long weekend of tough and exhilarating hiking. A short trip especially developed for fit adventurers keen to challenge themselves and hike up North Africa’s highest summit and enjoy traditional Berber hospitality. And to top it all off we’ve added a night in Marrakech at a central Moroccan style hotel.

This trip is also great training for Kilimanjaro and Nepal or other big international adventures you are considering - it's tough and a perfect first adventure into high altitude peaks.

ONLY 1 DAY OFF WORK REQUIRED - long weekend adventure

This trip is run with local Mountain guides and has been designed and planned especially for Outdooraholics so that you will have the chance to explore the area on a much deeper level as well as to truly experience its beauty and uniqueness with the help of the local guides.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Incredible short break and hiking to the top of Mt Toubkal (4167m) in the magnificent Atlas mountains
• Experience Berber hospitality at Toubkal Mountain Refuge
• Taste traditional Moroccan cuisine
• See a traditional Berber mountain village in the High Atlas Mountains
• Stay at a basic but well located hotel in the heart of Marrakech
• Mules will take your luggage to the mountain hut
• Short trip easy to be extended, should you want to stay in Morocco extra days
• As with all of our foreign trips we keep numbers small, intimate and fun and this trip is limited to just 13 hikers

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HOLIDAY DESCRIPTION

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COST & PAYMENT

£263. Click “Attend” and pay the £100 deposit by Paypal. The remainder is due by bank transfer within 3 working days. We will send you payment details for this once your booking has been processed.

Trip payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out fully paid spaces can be advertised to the same gender, for details: FAQ

START AND END TIME

Times are local time i.e. the times for Morocco are in Moroccan time.

We suggest the inbound group flights below, for anyone on these 2 flights or at the airport at this time we arrange a complimentary transfer to the accommodation at 10:40am. If you arrive later you will need to make your own way to the accommodation (we wait for the suggested flights if delayed)

OPTION 1: Inbound flight 11.05.2024
British Airways 6:30am from London Heathrow (LHR) to Marrakech (RAK) 10:10am
Flight: BA746

OPTION 2: Inbound flight 11.05.2024
Ryanair 6:35am from London Stansted to Marrakech (RAK) 10:15am
Flight: FR3556

RETURN

Trip ends at Marrakesh city on day 3. The trip ends after breakfast and you are welcome to make your own arrangements to the airport or if holiday permits you can extend your stay for a night and explore this city.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

• Experienced English speaking local guide
• Saturday lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast and lunch, Monday breakfast
• 1 night stay at Toubkal Mountain Refuge in mixed gender dormitories (simple accommodation)
• 1 night stay in Marrakech in a central, basic but functional hotel (twin rooms)
• Airport transfer upon arrival
• Full porterage on hiking days for up to 15kg of luggage
• All transport as per the itinerary
• Local taxes

THE PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Flights
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Breakfast on the day of arrival
• Dinner in Marrakech
• Transport to the airport for the outbound flight (buses cost a few pounds)
• Tips for local guide and their staff
• In the unlikely event of snow crampon hire of 7 Euros
• Travel insurance

INSURANCE

It is essential that you have travel insurance that covers the cost of emergency medical treatment and also the activity of hiking (up to 4200m in this case). It is also recommended that this covers illness, cancellation and curtailment. You will be required to provide a copy of this before the trip. Without it we cannot accept you onto the trip and no refund will be due in this case.

Outdooraholics cannot verify policies or what they cover so please confirm with your insurer. The guide accepting your policy is not an indication that we confirm it is valid or covers what we list, only your insurers can confirm this.

There are lots of insurers who cover hiking, for example the BMC: LINK

You will also need to ensure you have all valid documents to visit this country including a passport and Visa if you require one.

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers - CLOTHING TIPS

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Join us for a trip to one of UK’s finest landscapes offering remote and tranquil moorland, spectacular coastlines, deep wooded valleys, high sea cliffs and crystal clear rivers. We have designed a great trip combining the very best of this spectacular region in 3 diverse and contrasting hikes taking in sea, hilly moorland, shady wooded valleys and the River Barle.

Dive into the enchanting and magical Exmoor whose landscapes are steeped in history, folklore and tradition spanning back to its days as an ancient royal hunting forest. This magnificent National Park is a true haven for wildlife and grand landscapes. Keep your eyes open for Exmoor ponies and the largest indigenous mammal in Britain - the Wild Red Deer, which often share the trails with us.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Stay at an Eco Hostel that’s been converted from a Victorian Farmhouse which produces its own electricity from a wind turbine and solar panels
• Hostel set in a tranquil and remote location deep on the National Park itself and surrounded by moorland and hills
• A fully catered trip including Saturday and Sunday night dinners
• 3 diverse hikes in the wild and untamed moorlands, valleys, coastline and oak woodlands of Exmoor
• Visit the incredible 3000-year-old stone "Clapper Bridge" of Tarr Steps. A Grade 1 listed scheduled ancient monument – nearly as old as Stonehenge

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WEEKEND DESCRIPTION

Our accommodation for this trip (hired exclusively for us) is surrounded by divine countryside set in the depths of rural Exmoor's 692 square kilometres - it's so remote that the driveway is 1km long. Here we get a real taste of the enchantingly remote and wild Exmoor enjoying an abundance of peace, tranquillity and nature...

We have 3 stunning and contrasting hikes lined up - on the first day we will do a very diverse circular route taking in the famous Tarr Steps as well as the beautiful, dense and lush wooded valley of the River Barle.

Sunday sees us exploring the varied and dramatic landscape of Exmoor's coastline. We visit the villages of Lynton and Lynmouth - nestled in the mouth of a wooded valley in a picture postcard location.

Monday will be a hike up Dunkery Beacon - Exmoor’ s highest point boasting stunning sceneries towards Exmoor, Brecon Beacons and the English Channel.

ITINERARY

Friday

Arrive in the evening to our hostel and we have time for drinks and socialising.

Saturday

Hike: Tarr Steps circular
Distance: 11 miles (17km)
Grading: Intermediate, a few hills, some tough terrain
Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours

Today we do a diverse and wonderful circular hike taking in the famous Tarr Steps - the longest clapper bridge in the country, as well as one of Exmoor’s gems - the River Barle with its charming Barle Valley. Our route follows the River Barle as it meanders through ancient oak woodlands towards Tarr Steps offering a great diversity of mosses, lichens, wildlife and its babbling and dashing waters home to otters, salmon and trout.

We return to the hostel late afternoon with time to explore our remote and wild setting before enjoying a delicious group dinner together.

Sunday

Hike: Lynmouth Circular
Distance: 9 miles (15km)
Grading: Intermediate, a few hills
Hiking time: 4.5 to 5.5 hours

Our adventure begins from the trail-head of one of the most stunning stretches of the South West Coast Path and loops back inland to finish in the picture postcard fishing village of Lynmouth. Every inch of this trail winds along the undulating shore, treating us to stunning panoramic ocean views framed by the jagged coastline. The keen eyed can see Feral goats too.

We return to the hostel for a delicious barbecue to socialise whilst the sun gently sneaks away taking with it this ancient landscape.

Monday

Hike: Dunkery Beacon circular - the highest point in Exmoor
Distance: 7 miles (10km)
Grading: Intermediate

We start our hike from the nearby Dunkery Beacon, the highest point in Exmoor National Park at 519 metres, we can see all of Exmoor from this peak as well as to the sea.

We hike up slopes carpeted with heather and whortleberry while watching for red deer and ponies in the distance. It's a varied landscape of moorland and woods, sprinkled with streams onto which the sunlight dances and sparkles through the trees. Once we reach the summit of Dunkery Beacon, we will take some time to soak up the stunning views of rolling moorland and expansive ocean where we’ll have a well deserved rest and photo stop.

COST & PAYMENT

EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT - £268 until 6th May, then £278. Click “Attend” to pay the £20 deposit by PayPal. The remainder is due by bank transfer within 3 working days. We will send you payment details for this once your booking has been processed.

Trip payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out fully paid spaces can be advertised to the same gender, for details: FAQ

TRANSPORT, ACCOMMODATION AND START TIME

The trip starts at the venue and you will need transport to the hikes.
Lift share discussion - to offer/request lifts

The accommodation address is at the top of this page, you are welcome to arrive from 7pm or any time later.

FOOD

Breakfast and packed lunches are included in the cost and will be provided for Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Dinner on Saturday and Sunday is also provided. You will need drinks for the trip (both alcoholic and water) as there is nowhere to buy these.

Breakfast is healthy and nutritious - typically cereal, porridge with fresh fruit, berries, nuts and seeds, fresh fruit salad, free range eggs, yogurt, toast and coffees, teas etc.

For lunch we provide fruit, crisps, cereal bars and a range of options to make your own sandwiches typically tomatoes, cucumber, houmous, peanut butter, honey, jam, ham, cheese and salami.

After the hike we enjoy Cream Teas - an English delicacy consisting of scones, clotted cream and jam, a tasty treat!

Meals are meat based with vegetarian options. To find out if the food being provided meets your intolerance/allergies/preferences/likes/dislikes etc, please email us. You are welcome to bring your own favourite items to meet specific requirements and there is a fridge and kitchen you can use.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

• 3 nights hostel accommodation (4, 5 and 6-bedded single gender rooms)
• Breakfast on Saturday, Sunday and Monday
• Tea (including herbal) and coffee
• Packed lunches on Saturday, Sunday and Monday
• Dinner on Saturday and Sunday
• Hikes by trained guides
• Compliance with the 2018 Package Travel Regulations including Financial protection

THE PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Transport to, from and during the trip
• Drinks and personal expenses

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers - CLOTHING TIPS

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