Louriça Peak

Type of Activity: Guided circular hike.

Route Description: The adventure begins in Arcos de Valdevez, with a transfer to the base of the Yellow Mountain. From there, the challenging ascent begins, offering spectacular views and the chance to explore the park’s rich flora and fauna, culminating in a picnic with panoramic views at the summit.

Points of Interest:

• Panoramic Views: Enjoy unparalleled views from the top of Louriça Peak, spanning the entire Gerês region.
• Physical Challenge: Conquer steep and technical paths that will test your endurance and hiking skills.
• Flora and Fauna: Witness the diversity of plants and animals in the park, including wild horses and mountain cows.

Additional Information:

• Duration: 8 hours, including 6 hours of walking.
• Availability: Offered year-round, adaptable to weather conditions.
• Total Walking Distance: 15 km.
• Elevation (gain/loss): +876|-870 m.
• Number of Participants: Suitable for 2 to 8 people.
• Difficulty: Rated as difficult and challenging, suitable for active and fit participants.

What’s Included:

• Local English-speaking guide.
• Picnic lunch with drinks.
• Personal accident insurence.
• Transfer from Arcos de Valdeve to the starting point, and from the ending point to Arcos de Valdevez.

What’s not Included:

• Other personal expenses.

Notes:

• Although there are no long steep climbs, the terrain is rugged and requires appropriate walking shoes.
• There is hardly any shade so get an early start in summer months and make sure to protect yourself against the sun by wearing a hat and sun cream.

Extra Services: Pick up and drop off from you acommodation to the starting point, and from the ending point to your acommodation.

Payments: To make your reservation, you must pay 50% of the amount by bank transfer to IBAN:

• PT50 0018 000355618532020 36
• MBWAY: +351 968377470

You must send the following data to the following email: geral@montesa.pt

• Full name:
• Date of birth:
• Transfer confirmation.

Cancelation policy:

Cancellation policy: If canceled up to 15 days before the event, 100% of the amount paid will be refunded. From the 14th to the 3rd day before the event, the reservation amount (50%) will be charged. Up to the 3rd day before the event you must pay the remaining 50% of the total amount.