{"id":3424,"date":"2024-05-02T12:18:49","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T10:18:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asturguias.com\/lagos-de-covadonga\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T11:11:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T09:11:08","slug":"guided-tour-covadonga-lakes","status":"publish","type":"astrip-tour","link":"https:\/\/asturguias.com\/en\/guided-tour-covadonga-lakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Guided Tour Covadonga Lakes with Transport"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.lagos-content h3 {\n    margin-top: 40px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"lagos-content\">\n<p>The <strong>guided tour Covadonga Lakes<\/strong> is a 2 km circular route with little elevation gain, suitable for all ages. Afterwards, we will stop at the <strong>Sanctuary of Covadonga<\/strong> where you can explore at your own pace the <a href=\"https:\/\/santuariodecovadonga.es\/santuario\/#cueva\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holy Cave<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/santuariodecovadonga.es\/santuario\/#la-basilica\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Basilica of Covadonga<\/a> (this part is NOT guided).<\/p>\n<p>Located in the <strong>Picos de Europa National Park<\/strong> and surrounded by mountains over 2000 meters high, the <strong>Covadonga Lakes<\/strong> are one of the most iconic places in Asturias.<\/p>\n<p>We invite you to discover this wonderful route in a different way. We walk unhurried through this unique landscape, visiting the Prince and Entrelagos viewpoints, crossing the old Buferrera mines, and reaching the shores of <strong>Lake Enol and Lake Ercina<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pets are welcome!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>PICKUP IN <strong>CANGAS DE ON\u00cdS<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Small groups, maximum 8 people.<\/p>\n<h3>WHO ARE WE?<\/h3>\n<p>We are <strong>local certified mountain guides<\/strong> and members of the AEGM (Spanish Association of Mountain Guides).<\/p>\n<p>As experts on this protected area, we will interpret the landscape of the Picos de Europa National Park, its fauna and flora. We will explain how these mountains were formed.<\/p>\n<p>We will also talk about ethnography, the shepherds and farmers who inhabit this unique place.<\/p>\n<h3>WHY COME WITH US?<\/h3>\n<p>We are authorized to drive inside the Picos de Europa National Park, offering comfort, speed and safety in <strong>transport<\/strong>, avoiding crowds and long access queues.<\/p>\n<p>We work with <strong>small groups<\/strong>, where attention and explanations are personalized.<\/p>\n<p>We will show you unique spots, rarely visited, and you will discover a different way to experience the Covadonga Lakes.<\/p>\n<p>We will bring you back in time for lunch or dinner, so you can enjoy the magnificent gastronomy of Cangas de On\u00eds.<\/p>\n<h3>WHAT WILL WE SEE?<\/h3>\n<p>The legendary <strong>Lake Enol and Lake Ercina<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The enigmatic landscape left by a hundred years of mining.<\/p>\n<p>The shepherd huts and pastures.<\/p>\n<p>The flora and fauna of the <a href=\"https:\/\/asturguias.com\/en\/picos-de-europa\/\">National Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>WHY VISIT THE GUIDED TOUR COVADONGA LAKES?<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>guided tour Covadonga Lakes<\/strong> is much more than a simple walk. It is an opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful natural areas in Asturias with experienced local mountain guides who know every corner of the Picos de Europa National Park. Throughout the route, you will learn about the history of the lakes, the local wildlife and flora, traditional shepherd life and the unique geological landscape that makes this place one of the most visited destinations in northern Spain.<\/p>\n<h3>WHAT DO WE NEED TO BRING?<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>guided tour Covadonga Lakes<\/strong> takes place in a mountain environment at over 1000 meters altitude, so we must consider the weather and the season.<\/p>\n<p>Weather forecast for Picos de Europa <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aemet.es\/es\/eltiempo\/prediccion\/montana?w=&#038;p=peu1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Appropriate footwear<\/li>\n<li>Sun hat or warm hat and gloves if cold<\/li>\n<li>Warm clothing and rain jacket<\/li>\n<li>Sunscreen<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>WHO CAN COME?<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>guided tour Covadonga Lakes<\/strong> has little elevation gain, suitable for everyone, from children to seniors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pets are welcome!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>WHAT&#8217;S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Local mountain guide<\/li>\n<li>Private van transport<\/li>\n<li>Accident and liability insurance<\/li>\n<li>Access to the Picos de Europa National Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>DATES AND TIMES<\/h3>\n<p>We run the <strong>guided tour Covadonga Lakes<\/strong> in the morning.<\/p>\n<p>9:00 AM Pickup in Cangas de On\u00eds (10:00 AM in WINTER)<br \/>\n1:30 PM Return to Cangas de On\u00eds<\/p>\n<p>We organize this tour for individuals, private groups or families.<\/p>\n<p>We run this tour all year round as long as the road is open to traffic.<\/p>\n<p>In high season, book early! If you have any questions, contact us <a href=\"https:\/\/asturguias.com\/en\/contact\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES<\/h3>\n<p>If the activity has to be cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control (severe weather, road problems, minimum group not reached, etc.), we will notify you to reschedule or refund the amount.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any change in your trip, you have up to 48 hours to cancel without charge by notifying us by email. No-show on the day, time and place of the activity will result in loss of the booking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The guided tour Covadonga Lakes is a 2 km circular route with little elevation gain, suitable for all ages. Afterwards, we will stop at the Sanctuary of Covadonga where you can explore at your own pace the Holy Cave and the Basilica of Covadonga (this part is NOT guided). 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