Costa Blanca Multi-Pitch Climbing

Costa Blanca Multi-Pitch Climbing is a great two-day rock climbing adventure in one of Spain's most beautiful areas. The Costa Blanca region is full of wonderful outdoor adventure opportunities. There is an enormous quantity of karst limestone here. The quality of the rock is spectacular. If you enjoy rock climbing or if you want to see and touch high quality rock then this is your chance.

Two Days of Guided Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing

This trip is a guided multi-pitch rock climbing adventure. Your guide will be Rich Griffeth, the owner and guide at Bigtime Aventura.

On this two day trip, which is ideal for a weekend gateway to sunny Mediterranean Spain, we will spend both days engaging in multi-pitch rock climbing. There is a lot of rock in this area, both inland and along the coast. For these two days we will concentrate on multi-pitch climbing on sea cliffs and walls within throwing distance of the sea.

Routes

This trip is available to all levels of climbers. There is a minimum of one person and a maximum of two people for this trip. There are so many routes here that we can chose the best routes for you based on your level. These routes will introduce you to multi-pitch climbing and provide you with some serious thrills.

Day 1

On the first day we will practice some basic techniques that will be necessary for our safety during the two days of climbing. After mastering these simple skills, we will start climbing. On the first day, we will climb two different multi-pitch routes. Both routes have a grade of 5+ (5.10a), however, on both routes there is only one section of this grade. The rest of both routes have a difficulty range of 4-5 (5.8-5.9). One route is on the sea cliffs, includes a 40m free floating rappel, and some scrambling near the edge of the sea. Then we start three pitches of vertical climbing, totaling about 90m.

After finishing the first route, we can take a little breather and then walk to our next route for the day. The second route has five incredible pitches and is approximately 180m high. To descent this route we will make two rappels. Therefore, on the first day, you will have learned several essential rock climbing skills and techniques.

Day 2, Peñón de I'fach

Now that you have gained some experience with multi-pitch climbing, we will go for the Costa Blanca's most famous natural feature, the Peñón de I'fach. The route we will climb is approximately 250m long and rated 5+ (5.10a). There are several variations on this massive rock so we have possibilities to cater to our desires. At the top of this 332m high massif, you will enjoy one of the best views in the Mediterranean. After lunch at the top, we will walk down the back side to return to our cars.

Two-Day Costa Blanca Multi-Pitch Climbing Adventure

Climbing in the Costa Blanca is a real treat. This two-day guided multi-pitch climbing adventure is probably the best way to get your first taste in multi-pitch climbing and/or to cut your teeth in Spain's Costa Blanca region. Contact us now to reserve your trip!

A positive attitude and desire to climb! This is an active vacation so be ready to move your body, feel the excitement, and visit some extraordinary places!
Previous rock climbing experience is necessary for this trip. You should be able to comfortably top rope grade 4 (5.8).
No multi-pitch experience is required, however, it will help you to enjoy the experience a bit more. No worries though, if necessary we can modify the trip as we go.
Each person should be capable of spending a full day outdoors. Spain's Mediterranean region receives a lot of sun so prepare accordingly.
A medium level of physical and mental fitness is necessary for this trip.

Personal medication. If you have any personal medication, including allergy medication, please bring it.
Personal backpack. Each person should bring their own personal backpack (20-30L capacity). We will wear backpacks while climbing, so pack very light and bring only the essentials and nothing more. Below is a list of essentials.
Please bring your own personal climbing gear. The following is a list of the minimum gear each person will need:
- climbing harness
- climbing shoes
- belay device with HMS locking carabiner
- 60cm sling (dyneema, nylon, kevlar, or spectra)
- 50-60cm accessory cord (or prusik material) with HMS locking carabiner
Food and drink each day. We will stop for lunch at some point each day, this might be on a ledge during the climb, or at the top of the mountain. Put your lunch and drink in your backpack.
Comfortable clothing for climbing:
- Lightweight pants or shorts
- Moisture-wicking tee shirt or lightweight long sleeve shirt
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Hiking or approach shoes (for the approaches and descents. You'll put them in your backpack while climbing).
- Lightweight fleece or wind blocking/water resistant jacket

Costa Blanca Multi-Pitch Climbing