Guided hike on the balconies of the Cirque de Gavarnie

Summary

Guided hike on a major site in the Pyrenees, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Gavarnie circus which deserves many adjectives: unique, grand. Victor Hugo said of the Gavarnie circus that he was a colossus of nature. Away from the crowds, we will lead you on a very beautiful wild and spectacular route overlooking the valley and allowing access to the circus in all discretion. The flora and fauna are as exuberant as the mineral landscapes ... Your mountain guide will tell you the geological history of its magical places! A great day ahead. Hiking accessible to most walkers in good physical condition without being athletes and to children from 10 years old. Elevation of 600 m positive and about 5 h 30 of effective walking. If you are not sure of your choice in terms of difficulties, contact us on 06 43 67 27 44

Tour info

Duration
7 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

During this guided hike, you will discover the valley and the Gavarnie cirque on a route largely out of the crowd and off the trail in the company of your guide who will tell you about the mountain; fauna, flora of the Pyrenees, geology of the massif. A guided hike is always different from a hike that you would do alone because the presence of the guide and his wise comments gives new light to the mountain and allows an unexpected discovery. The mountain guide is a mountaineer who knows his region well. You will be welcome for this shared moment.

What’s included?

  • To taste

  • Participants must be equipped with good high waterproof hiking boots, rainproof clothing, a cap or hat, sunglasses, water.

  • Lunch

  • Private transportation

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Caminando

About operator:

Walk, Scandinavian walking, gone hiking in mountain, in feet, in MOUNTAIN BIKE, hike with snowshoes with snow, greedy and festive strolls, rockclimbing, ice climbing, alpinism, canyonning, discovered playful and apprenticeship of the mountain, the sports hikes all year round, on the move, Caminando suggests you discovering sports-nature in all their states and in the most beautiful sites which offers Cauterets and Pyrenees. Caminando, it is professionals' team welded by the same passion of the mountain, the haring and the user-friendliness.

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