Discover, learn and have fun orienting yourself in a unique natural setting
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This region is home to a large number of natural and cultural treasures. Its mountains are permeated by the footprints left by the first shepherds thousands of years ago, as well as by the close relationship between its inhabitants and this natural place for centuries. But if something makes this natural environment special and unique, it is the magical atmosphere that flows from its most prominent peak, Anboto, home of the ancient goddess Mari, one of the main myths of Basque culture and identity.
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DESCRIPTION
Orienteering experience that combines fun, learning and contact with the environment. At the beginning, a small workshop is carried out to understand the main aspects that must be taken into account to orient oneself in mountain terrain; after which orienteering circuit is carried out by groups.
The route is designed to allow recognizing and interpreting some of the most significant natural and cultural elements of Urkiola and Gorbea. While the dynamics of the activity and the different tests of the circuit, seek to promote teamwork and collaboration.
LOCATION: Urkiola (Bizkaia)
SEASON: All year round.
DIFFICULTY: Variable, you can choose between circuits with different difficulties.
LEVEL 1 Easy orienteering circuit, to enjoy with the family (from 9 years) or for those who want to enjoy an experience without great difficulties.
Type of terrain: well defined tracks and trails, grassy meadows and open woods.
Activity length: 2-3 hours. It does not require a high pace of walking, and contemplates the times necessary for both making stops and enjoying the surroundings.
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LEVEL 2 Medium difficulty orienteering circuit, for those seeking to live a more intense and demanding experience.
Type of terrain: well defined trails and grassy meadows, although there are also sections that run through rough terrain (karst).
Activity duration: 3-4 hours. It does not require a high pace of walking, and contemplates the times necessary for both making stops and enjoying the surroundings.
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LEVEL 3 Difficult orienteering-navigation circuit, for people with some experience in this kind of activities who want to enter a complex and labyrinthine landscape, testing not only their abilities to orient themselves but also their capacity and physical resistance.
Type of terrain: much of the route (around 80%) runs along poorly defined trails, very steep terrain, and areas with fairly closed vegetation that make it difficult to see landmarks.
Activity duration: 5 -6 hours. It does not require a high pace of walking, and contemplates the times necessary for both making stops and enjoying the surroundings.
There are the specific objective risks associate to any practice in a natural environment (weather, stone falls, fauna…).
REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE
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Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
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To have a certain habit walking through mountain terrain.
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To communicate to the guide before startig the activity any health problem, physical / psychological condition, or personal characteristic that may affect individual or collective safety during the activity.
PRICE
LEVEL 1
8 – 16 participants: 30€/pax
4 – 8 participants: 40€/pax
3 participants: 50€/pax
2 participants: 65€/pax
1 participant: 120€/pax
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NIVELES 2 y 3
4 – 8 participants: 50€/pax
3 participants: 65€/pax
2 participants: 85€/pax
1 participant: 160€/pax
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Price INCLUDES
V.A.T. (21%).
Professiona Mountain Leader (Técnico Deportivo en Media Montaña) with UIMLA accreditation.
Maximum ratio: 1 guide per 12 participants.
Map, compass, orientation card, and walkie talkie for each team.
Orienteering circuit with beacon / Guided orienteering-navigation route.
Safety and emergency kit.
Accident insurance.
Civil liability insurance.
Organization and logistics.
Price DOES NOT INCLUDE
Anything that does not appear in INCLUDES part.