Expedition Mulhacen 2026

28th September 2026 – 3rd October 2026

We’ve chosen this window for stable autumn conditions in the Sierra Nevada—cooler temperatures, quieter trails, and more reliable mountain weather.

Route, Elevation & Daily Breakdown

📍 Full route map + GPX + complete day-by-day breakdown (distance, elevation gain, camps, refugios, and key terrain sections):

[KOMOOT / GPX / ROUTE LINK HERE]

This includes:

• Full expedition line through the Sierra Nevada

• Daily distance and elevation profile

• Wild camp and refugio locations

• Water points and logistical notes

• Summit day strategy for Pico Mulhacén

⚠️ Important highlight: Day 2 is the most demanding section of the entire expedition, with sustained ascent, technical terrain, and a long mountain day that will test endurance early in the trip.

• 6-day alpine-style expedition through the Sierra Nevada

• Summit attempt of Pico Mulhacén (3,479m)

• 1 nights in mountain refugios

• 1 night in accommodation in Trevélez

• 3 nights wild camping in remote mountain areas

• Transport in the “fun bus” 🚐

• All logistics and planning for the expedition

Wild Camping 

A big part of this expedition is spending multiple nights wild camping in remote mountain areas. This is where the trip really feels like an expedition—carrying everything we need, choosing our camps carefully, and living simply in the mountains.

Participants will need to bring their own essential wild camping kit, including:

• Lightweight tent (or bivvy setup)

• Sleeping bag suitable for cold mountain conditions (autumn nights can drop close to freezing)

• Sleeping mat for insulation and comfort

• Rucksack large enough to carry all personal kit, food, and group gear if required (50–70L recommended)

• Cooking system (stove, fuel, pot)

• Headtorch with spare batteries

• Warm layers for static evening conditions

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Personal food for multi-day trekking

• Water bottles or hydration system (minimum 2L capacity recommended)

We will be moving through varied terrain and camping in exposed mountain environments, so keeping your kit light, reliable, and tested is important.

Expedition Buddy System (Recommended)

To make the load more manageable, it is strongly recommended to pair up with an expedition buddy. Sharing certain items—such as tents, cooking systems, or group gear—can significantly reduce weight and make the expedition more efficient and enjoyable. It also adds an extra layer of safety and teamwork in the mountains.

If you’re joining solo, don’t worry—we can help match people up before the trip where possible.Tent Hire Option

If you do not have your own tent,

hire tents will be available 

for this expedition. These will be lightweight, mountain-appropriate tents suitable for multiple nights of wild camping.

Let us know when registering if you require hired equipment so arrangements can be made in advance.