Somiedo Nature Park

I offer you a unique experience in one of

the best preserved corners of the

Cantabrian mountain range. It is a nature

reserve and home to a multitude of animal

species such as grouse, griffon vultures,

deer, wolves and, of course, brown bears.

I will show you the best hiking trails in

Somiedo Natural Park to observe the brown

bear in the wild and the best places to enjoy

its landscapes, cuisine and people.

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SPRING – SUMMERBear sighting

The best seasons to observe

the Cantabrian brown bear are in

spring and summer. The bears

that come out of hibernation

need to feed themselves and in

these seasons, they can be

seen in green areas because

herbaceous plants are their

main food source, together with

some carrion.

After hibernation they need

to put on weight in order to

recover from hibernation,

which is why it’s common to see

bears roaming in open

spaces. The fact that it is

rutting season plays an

important role; the males

chase the females and the

activity and movement of

bears is higher than in any

other season in the year.

The Brown bear after hibernation

Along with bear sighting, I

offer the possibility of taking

hiking trails which go through

brown-bear habitat. This

consists of a hiking trail

through the different types of

food, tracks and traces, both

those of the bears and of

other animals. Enjoying a

walk and the unique

environment is something

essential to each route that I

go on in Somiedo.

Just like the expert mountain

guide that I am, I am

responsible for

accompanying you all the

time on the trails and

teaching you about anything

to do with the sighting of

animals in the natural park.

Furthermore, I will advise you

about the places of interest,

the typical gastronomy of the

region and other possible

excursions.

Hiking in Somiedo

SPRING – SUMMERBear sighting

1Meeting point: Somiedo Pola. Once the group has gathered, we

will go to the hotel and check in. Dinner and rest.

SATURDAY

Breakfast and departure in the morning to observe the Cantabrian brown

bear in the wild.

After the sighting, I will accompany anybody who is interested in

an excursion to see traces, tracks, food and the environment of the brown

bear. Free time for those not interested in this activity.

Lunch-picnic: sandwiches, chocolates fruit, refreshments etc.

Visit to the Interpretation Centre 'Somiedo y el Oso' (Somiedo and the

Bear) where we will learn about the relationship that the inhabitants of the

municipality have maintained with the brown bear since antiquity until

today. We will also visit 'La Sima de los Osos', a cave with some bear remains

and other fauna, which is thousands of years old.

Departure in the late afternoon to observe the brown bear in the wild in

Somiedo.

Dinner and rest.

SUNDAY

Breakfast and morning outing to observe the Cantabrian brown bear in the

wild.

After the sighting, we will visit the Eco museum of Somiedo which will allow us to see the traditional way of life of the cowboys of Somiedo. It exhibits a

form of life which for centuries took advantage of a sometimes hostile

environment, preserving all its environmental wealth and creating a unique

landscape where human impact in the form of brañas (traditional dwellings), mills and olleras (where milk was kept cool before refrigeration) is just as

spectacular as the natural features.

Lunch at a typical Asturian restaurant in Valle de Lago: stews, fabada, chops,

and magnificent dessert; all accompanied with great Asturian cider.

Farewell.

FRIDAY

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Information and extra activitiesI will get information about other

possible adventure activities such as

rafting or canoeing and rafting. Equally, I

will get recommendations about the

gastronomy of the area, restaurants,

hiking trails, for people who wish to

do that in their free time.

The price of these activities is not

included.

Information about the trip

What does the trip include?

Travel from Somiedo.

Visit to the Somiedo Nature Park.

Accommodation and breakfast plan

at a home or a rural hotel.

Lunches.

Spyglasses and binoculars.

Insurance.

Activities included in the

programme of the contracted trip.

Farewell meal.

Does not include:

Usefulinformation for

the traveller

We advise a minimum physical

level and appropriate clothing in

order to take part in this activity in

the mountains.

It’s advisable to bring sun

protection, a rain jacket, warm

clothes (thermal shirt, a fleece,

thick coat, backpack, gloves and a

cap), appropriate shoes for the

mountains, backpack and water

bottle.

& Important

All the activities and itinerary of this

programme may be altered in the

making or, in extreme cases,

suspended when the weather

conditions or other extreme causes

beyond my control require it.

You can consult the cancellation

policy in more detail on our website.

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WE LOVE NATURE

Our priority is to respect the flora and

fauna of the place.

Where we walk during our trip, we

only leave our footprints and we only

bring back our photographs.

Do you want to come with me?

Information and reservations

If you want to have an unforgettable

experience and discover the richness of

the Somiedo Nature Park, contact me.

For any doubts, more information or to make a reservation:

i nfo@natu ra I i m its.com

Álex Aguinaga

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