Sensory descent of the Segura River

Active ecotourism
Flora and fauna observation.

Descend the waters of the Segura River and get to know its riverside forests.

Feel the peace and relaxation offered by the village of Vicorto and enjoy the river / sensory route to learn about the nature of this section of the Segura Segura.

FEEL THE PEACE AND RELAXATION OF THE WATERS OF THE SEGURA RIVER AND EXPLORE ITS NATURAL ENVIRONMENT.

A descent of 8 km of river to enjoy its vegetation and fauna (mountain goat, wild boar, fox, otters, otters, turtles, barbels, trout). It is completed with a botanical route in Elche de la Sierra that shows the variety of species of flora with traditional uses that are still used today by the inhabitants of Elche de la Sierra.

In the botanical route we can learn about the great importance of plants in the ecosystems in which they live and the traditional uses associated with each botanical species.

We will learn to differentiate the diversity of flora species that we can find, in detail and in a practical way. We will focus mainly on those species with recognized medicinal and gastronomic uses.

The route runs through places of great scenic beauty and intricate terrain, being several of the most botanically rich enclaves of Elche de la Sierra.

The experience includes resting and spending two nights in the Vicorto Rural Houses, a group of five lodgings: Cantero, Gil, Salera, María and Barquero, all of them the result of a deep rehabilitation carried out in an old original construction from the 19th century. The houses are located in the heart of the Sierra del Segura in Albacete, specifically in the hamlet of Vicorto, belonging to the municipality of Elche de la Sierra.

1. 3-day activity package (2 nights – Weekend)

DAY 1 FRIDAY: Arrival and reception.

Video presentation of the experience and the surroundings accompanied by a glass of homemade arbutus liqueur. Dinner and accommodation at Hotel de Sierra Madrona.
Baths of “Baños de Fuencaliente” (thermal bath 30′) NOTE: only in season 2022 from April to 10 December. Please enquire by reservation.

DAY 2 SATURDAY: From Fuencaliente to Solana del Pino.

Photographic safari “Berrea y más” by Alma Wild Nature, a photographic activity in which the deer during the rutting season will be the main protagonist but not the only one. These are 4×4 routes in small groups (3 pax) whose main objective is to observe and listen to the bellowing of the deer. NOTE: reservation is required between 19 September and 7 October during sunrise and sunset. Two different itineraries are available (according to choice).
Observation and learning about wild fauna and flora. Together with ÁGata Verde we will spend most of the experience getting to know emblematic species of the area such as the mountain goat, the deer, the mouflon, the wild boar, or birds as interesting as the griffon vulture or the black vulture, the golden eagle, among other endangered bird species, such as the black stork, etc… and we will go on foot to collect the seasonal fruits of autumn “the strawberry tree or “emborrachacabras”. If it is not the strawberry tree season, the observation and identification of the shrub and the Mediterranean flora that accompanies it, heather, mastic, cornicabra, holm oaks, gall oaks and oaks will be carried out. (4h)
Traditional meal in local restaurant “Anka Loren” with a typical local main course with a touch of arbutus “arbutus deer meat” and as a vegan option “aubergine with arbutus jam”
Visit to Embutidos Artesanos El Lucero, a family business for more than 50 years, specialised in sausages with game meat. There will be a workshop demonstration of the preparation and tasting of local sausages “hamburger of bush meat with strawberry tree” (1h)
Return to Fuencaliente and evening “Stargazing – Starlight Viewpoint” (2h), a guided tour to discover the secrets of the night sky of the Alcudia Valley and Sierra Madrona with ÁGata Verde as an accredited Starlight Foundation instructor. Journey through the stars and planets, observing galaxies millions of light years away, the marvellous rings of Saturn, the lunar surface, Jupiter and its moons, enjoying the Milky Way. Unique experiences to enjoy in nature, learning in a fun way

DAY 3 SUNDAY: Scenic route. Sierra Madrona and Solana del Pino.

Guided tour “Cave paintings in Peñón del Águila” (1h) The Alcudia Valley and Sierra Madrona Natural Park is home to a large number of shelters with cave paintings. It is thought that most of them may have been made between approximately 4,500 and 3,000 years ago. While the most famous and best preserved are certainly those of Peña Escrita, we will talk about other more modest and less known paintings: those of Collado del Águila, in Solana del Pino, a paradise of biodiversity and geodiversity. The paintings are located on a quartzite rock wall, facing north. And beyond the wall, absolutely fascinating views of the Alcudia valley. Simply intoxicating, to spend a minute absorbed, observing the grandeur of the landscape, while with luck, the vultures glide several tens of metres above our heads
A holm oak bath against stress, “The power of the forest” all the keys to this exercise of contemplation in which the five senses are involved and whose aim is none other than to find health and happiness through the trees. During the forest bath we will walk about one kilometre for two hours, making stops and doing exercises that reconcile us with Mother Nature. We are going to see, smell, taste, feel and listen to our surroundings (1h) We will walk along the Robledillo river board for about 1km round trip. Art therapy workshop, healing in nature through the five senses. Appreciation of flora, tracks, remains and signs of fauna.
Workshop of elaboration of jams and preserves “La Alacena de la Abuela” (2h), we will carry out together with ÁGata Verde a workshop of traditional preserves, we will elaborate different recipes and delicious jams, compote or ratatouille. In arbutus season, “Chutny de madroño”.
Traditional lunch in local restaurant Anka Loren to taste “Migas manchegas”, and as a vegan option “gachas de pito” with aromas and flavours of the sierra.
Farewell and group photo

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Our commitment is to ensure that all visitors are aware of the environment in which we are located, value it and are committed to discovering and visiting it by practicing good practices and creating the minimum environmental impact.

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Price

90€ TWO ACTIVITIES
30€ PERSON/NIGHT (FROM A MINIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE)

Services included

ACCOMMODATION 2 NIGHTS
ACTIVITY DESCENT IN KAYAKS BY THE FLUVIAL/INTERPRETATIVE ROUTE OF THE CRYSTALLINE WATERS OF THE SEGURA RIVER.
BOTANICAL ROUTE IN ELCHE DE LA SIERRA