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Since 2019 Bears & Waves has been a leading reference point for experiential and adventure travel in the heart of Asturias.

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We create opportunities for Asturias to enrich bonds of friendship with people from all over the world by promoting experiential and adventure travel mixed with cultural and gastronomic highlights, interaction with unique local hosts, and focusing on the rural space of central Asturias.
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We carefully craft our travel itineraries and always combine sports and adventure activities with culinary and cultural immersions, with the locals themselves promoting the customs and traditions of their areas. Our primary focus is on all-inclusive private guided tours that provide unforgettable experiences for our guests.

In recent years, our efforts to promote experiential/slow/adventure travel in Asturias have been recognized by leading Spanish and European media such as Oxígeno Magazine, National Geographic Traveler, WideOyster Magazine or Lonely Planet’s Guide to the Best Experiences in Spain.

We are passionate about travel and Asturias, and our local knowledge and passion for everything related to our land are second to none.

Welcome to Asturias! ¡Bienvenidos a Asturias!

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The rich and ancient history of Asturias is present in many towns and villages of our itinerary
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Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Riding the Camín Real de la Mesa on horseback with Avelino Ardura, a local Vaqueiro and Horseriding guide. The Vaqueiros de Alzada are a northern Spanish nomadic people that once roamed the mountains of Asturias with their cattle. This section of the route continues along the old Roman road through the Concejo de Belmonte, and is a good example of 'off the beaten track. The route passes through fields, hills and meadows we are more likely to meet wolves or wranglers than hikers. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Riding the Camín Real de la Mesa on horseback with Avelino Ardura, a local Vaqueiro and Horseriding guide. The Vaqueiros de Alzada are a northern Spanish nomadic people that once roamed the mountains of Asturias with their cattle. This section of the route continues along the old Roman road through the Concejo de Belmonte, and is a good example of 'off the beaten track. The route passes through fields, hills and meadows we are more likely to meet wolves or wranglers than hikers. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Gloria Lana Holgado takes us for a horse riding tour. We make our first approach to the high altitude landscapes of Somiedo with a route on horseback to the Braña de Sousas. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Old coal cranes and large Babcock Wilcox cranes, the beautiful the mouth of the Nalón river, and an excellent gastronomy come together in the town of San Esteban de Pravia. In 1907, San Esteban became the first coal port in Spain. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. The Ecomuseum of Somiedo displays the rural lifestyle and culture which is disappearing fast, though still present in the villages and the landscape of Somiedo. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. The Ecomuseum of Somiedo displays the rural lifestyle and culture which is disappearing fast, though still present in the villages and the landscape of Somiedo. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. A local cow herd on the trail. We hike the first stage of the 'Camin Real de la Mesa' to Puerto de San Lorenzo, a very important route between Asturias and the plateau since the time of Emperor Augustus. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Dinner and overnight at Sofía González Berdasco's Braña Cuerragu. She is a bear watching guide and the last and youngest vaqueira de alzada in the region. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com, bear watching guide and the last and youngest vaqueira de alzada in the regionIn Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. We hike through the Sierra del Bigaro to reach the Braña de la Mesa, from where we will start walking along the mythical 'Camín Real de la Mesa'. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. We hike through the Sierra del Bigaro to reach the Braña de la Mesa, from where we will start walking along the mythical 'Camín Real de la Mesa'. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Hiking to Lago del Valle is a 6 km hike through flora, fauna, geology and landscape. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Hikers meet Cattle at Braña la Corra. We hike the first stage of the 'Camin Real de la Mesa' to Puerto de San Lorenzo, a very important route between Asturias and the plateau since the time of Emperor Augustus. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Hiking to Lago del Valle is a 6 km hike through flora, fauna, geology and landscape. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
The Nalon River is the longest river in Asturias, and the beautiful scenery of our canoe route
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Dinner and overnight at Sofía González Berdasco's Braña Cuerragu. She is a bear watching guide and the last and youngest vaqueira de alzada in the region. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com, bear watching guide and the last and youngest vaqueira de alzada in the regionIn Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
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In Asturias, Celtic culture is even manifested in music, and the bagpipe is the most typical traditional instrument of the region
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Riding the Camín Real de la Mesa on horseback with Avelino Ardura, a local Vaqueiro and Horseriding guide. The Vaqueiros de Alzada are a northern Spanish nomadic people that once roamed the mountains of Asturias with their cattle. This section of the route continues along the old Roman road through the Concejo de Belmonte, and is a good example of 'off the beaten track. The route passes through fields, hills and meadows we are more likely to meet wolves or wranglers than hikers. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Gloria Lana Holgado takes us for a horse riding tour. We make our first approach to the high altitude landscapes of Somiedo with a route on horseback to the Braña de Sousas. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Old coal cranes and large Babcock Wilcox cranes, the beautiful the mouth of the Nalón river, and an excellent gastronomy come together in the town of San Esteban de Pravia. In 1907, San Esteban became the first coal port in Spain. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. We hike the first stage of the 'Camin Real de la Mesa' to Puerto de San Lorenzo, a very important route between Asturias and the plateau since the time of Emperor Augustus. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Hikers meet Cattle at Braña la Corra. We hike the first stage of the 'Camin Real de la Mesa' to Puerto de San Lorenzo, a very important route between Asturias and the plateau since the time of Emperor Augustus. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. We hike through the Sierra del Bigaro to reach the Braña de la Mesa, from where we will start walking along the mythical 'Camín Real de la Mesa'. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Only 10 years ago, the Cantabrian brown bear was in serious danger of extinction and it was almost impossible to spot a specimen in Somiedo. Today, thanks to the work of several associations working side by side with the public administration, for the conservation of the bear and other native species, this species is recovering and, if you know its customs well, it can be easily seen. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
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Mission and Vision


Bears & Waves is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized travel services with attention to detail. With everything arranged directly with us, we can provide you with top-quality travel services so that you can enjoy a carefree trip in our beloved land.

The cultural and natural heritage of Asturias is one of our most precious resources, and the best way to maintain it is to share it, honor it and realize its value. Through responsible tourism and our support of communities in rural Asturias, we ensure that these treasures have a future for generations to come. Our customers play a crucial role in helping us realize our vision.

By traveling with us, we hope to feed your soul and make you the engine that drives our dream of letting the world know about the beauties of Asturias. You are our future ambassadors, the link between Asturias and the rest of the world.

Bears & Waves Team


The entire team of guides at Bears & Waves are local experts in active trips in the heart of Asturias. Therefore, we are all very aware of the details that make the difference in an adventure itinerary like ours.

In Spain, we say “zapatero a tus zapatos,” which means that everyone should dedicate themselves to what they do best. That’s why we have different specialists and officially qualified guides for each activity we offer.

In the self-guided trips, they will be the link between each area you will visit through the travel itinerary, while in the group trips, you will have a tour leader who will accompany you at all times.

In any case, you will always be welcomed by a friendly team of people who will share their love for the land you are about to visit.

Asturias, Spain, June 2022. We hike through the Sierra del Bigaro to reach the Braña de la Mesa, from where we will start walking along the mythical 'Camín Real de la Mesa'. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com

TOUR LEADERFrancisco Javier González


Javi is a journalist and consultant specializing in adventure travel. For decades he has contributed to several national and international media. His professional career has led him to travel worldwide to report on destinations, which has allowed him to work with many tour operators specialized in international tourism. With his broad experience in the tourism industry, he became a member of the ATTA (Adventure Travel Trade Association) Media Advisory Board.

This background knowledge is now being put into Bears & Waves itineraries. After years and years of promoting destinations abroad for the Spanish market, it is time to turn the tables and promote Asturias as the top adventure destination it is.

> You can read Javier’s travel articles in WideOyster magazine

Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Dinner and overnight at Sofía González Berdasco's Braña Cuerragu. She is a bear watching guide and the last and youngest vaqueira de alzada in the region. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com, bear watching guide and the last and youngest vaqueira de alzada in the regionIn Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
WILDLIFE WATCHINGSofia González Berdasco

Sofia is our guide in charge of making sure we get to see wild bears in freedom in the mountains of Somiedo. She knows the terrain like the back of her hand, as she comes from a transhumant cattle family and has lived in these mountain lands since she was born. She became a guide to be able to continue in the Somiedo Natural Park and spread the values of a territory with which she is connected.

> You can hire Sofia as a guide through her company Somiedo Experience

Asturias, Spain, June 2022. We hike through the Sierra del Bigaro to reach the Braña de la Mesa, from where we will start walking along the mythical 'Camín Real de la Mesa'. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
MOUNTAIN GUIDEAlberto Mediavilla Serrano

Alberto is a mountain guide, a member of the AEGM (Spanish Association of Mountain Guides), with more than 18 years of experience guiding groups in different mountain ranges of the world, but with a special dedication to his beloved local mountains: the Picos de Europa and the Cantabrian Mountains. In winter, he works as an avalanche prevention technician and safety instructor.

> You can see the trips led by Alberto as a mountain guide in the agency Muntania

Asturias, Spain, June 2022. Gloria Lana Holgado takes us for a horse riding tour. We make our first approach to the high altitude landscapes of Somiedo with a route on horseback to the Braña de Sousas. In Asturias the steep Cantabrian Mountains, with their rolling green valleys meet the coastline where they abruptly drop off into the deep blue Cantabrian Sea. Bears & Waves presents a 100% tailor-made travel program that invites you to explore the natural diversity of the Spanish region of Asturias. Photo by Frits Meyst / MeystPhoto.com
HIKING AND HORSEBACK GUIDEGloria Lana

Gloria Lana is a Biologist and Official Tourist Guide of the Principality of Asturias in Spanish and English. She lives in the Natural Park of Somiedo, to which she has strong family ties, and where she combines Rural Tourism with Active Tourism and Nature Experiences. Gloria belongs to the Association of Tourist Informers of the Principality of Asturias and offers her services both in Somiedo and the rest of Asturias.

> You can find Gloria at Camping del Lago de Somiedo

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SURF TEACHERTomas Vals

Tommy is one of our surf instructors, a calm and friendly person. He is a sea lover, Valencian by birth and Asturian by adoption. He will look for the moment, the place, and the wave that will take you to the magic moment we are all looking for. And if it doesn't come, he will sing for us with his inseparable guitar.

> You can meet Tomas and learn to surf with him at the Rompiente Norte Surf School

Contact Bears & Waves


Come and visit our agency, call us or simply send us an email anytime you want.
We are open to all suggestions and queries from our travellers.
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WHAT OUR CLIENT SAYTrue Reviews


Our clients are the real protagonists of the trip.

Asturias has a lot to offer!

I have really enjoyed the incredible, diverse and exuberant nature. The hidden towns. Food. People. Asturias has a lot to offer. I did not know, I did not know it

Marco Barneveld

Self-Guided Tour

How lonely and wild!

The route of the Camín Real on horseback has fascinated me. How lonely and wild! How authentic and beautiful!

Jorge Jimenez

Spain

A wild bear on European soil!

I have never seen a wild bear on European soil! Besides the bivouac night under the stars, meeting such nice local people has been the best!

Paul Boslooper

Belgium

Come back again!

I will definitely come back again to see more mountains, more bears, waves and cider!

Mikel Helsing

Sweden

WHAT OUR CLIENT SAYTrue Reviews


Our clients are the real protagonists of the trip.

Asturias has a lot to offer!

I have really enjoyed the incredible, diverse and exuberant nature. The hidden towns. Food. People. Asturias has a lot to offer. I did not know, I did not know it

Marco Barneveld

Self-Guided Tour

How lonely and wild!

The route of the Camín Real on horseback has fascinated me. How lonely and wild! How authentic and beautiful!

Jorge Jimenez

Spain

A wild bear on European soil!

I have never seen a wild bear on European soil! Besides the bivouac night under the stars, meeting such nice local people has been the best!

Paul Boslooper

Belgium

Come back again!

I will definitely come back again to see more mountains, more bears, waves and cider!

Mikel Helsing

Sweden
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Bears & Waves is a Travel Booking Agency officially CR.70.AS registered in the Registry of Tourist Intermediation Companies of the Principality of Asturias.

Bears & Waves is part of the agency Exploring Spain, which is in charge of the whole process of payment of reservations and collections to operate according to the Spanish tourism laws.

Exploring Spain is part of the travel agency Muntania Outdoors S.L. (CICMA 2608) specialised in adventure trips and nature and mountain activities.

Muntania started in 2011, and since then, it has been successfully positioning itself in more than 30 countries worldwide, as well as getting the support of renowned sponsors.

Exploring Spain focuses all its activities in Spain, where its main office is located, hence the know-how, experience, and local knowledge of Muntania´s team necessary to create an exceptional trip to discover the most extraordinary locations.

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Enrich your trip by exploring with us


After years traveling around the world and searching for new destinations, we have the experience to offer you an unforgettable adventure in a unique place, with exceptional quality and service, in an impressive region in the north of Spain:
from the mountains of the Somiedo Natural Park to the Asturias Coast.

We are a “Bear Friendly” company and for this reason part of our profits go to bear conservation with the Oso Pardo Foundation

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