Single Day MTB Uplifts & Private Rides

Perfect if you’re short on time or want a one-day MTB hit in the Sierra Nevada foothills. We handle shuttles, routes and guiding so you can just ride.

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Uplifts & Private Rides

  • Join an existing uplift: £75 per day (guide included)
  • Private hire (full day): from €300 for 1 rider / up to €490 for 7 riders
  • Start 09:30 · Return 16:30 · Bring a packed lunch. No climbing required.
  • 100% vehicle uplifts (4×4 / minibus) — maximum downhill time
  • Local, certified guide — line choice, linking, safety briefings
  • On-trail support — first aid, basic spares/tools, trail-side fixes
  • Route selection to match group ability and conditions
  • Workshop & wash back at the villa if you’re staying with us

Where we ride (pick your zone)

Lanjarón, Órgiva, Lecrín Valley, Güéjar Sierra, La Zubia, Granada, Torrox & Málaga (Costa del Sol), Capileira and coastal spots on the Costa Tropical. Expect everything from fast forest flow and rocky ridgelines to coastal descents that finish near the sea.

Who it’s for

Intermediate to advanced riders comfortable on red/black terrain

Downhill fans who want laps without the slog

Enduro riders chasing big vertical in a single day

Solo riders, couples, or private groups up to 14

Bikes & gear (what works best here)

Trail/Enduro bikes 140–170 mm (DH bikes welcome on steeper zones)

Tyres: 2.4–2.5″ with reinforced casings (DD/EXO+/Super Trail)

Protection: helmet mandatory (full-face recommended), knee pads strongly advised, gloves

How the day works

Meet at 09:30 safety/line brief shuttle between trailheads all day with snack/water stops last lap lands around 16:30. No major pedalling — just short links

Quick facts

Single-day MTB uplift shuttles near Granada & Málaga

Downhill & Enduro routes; Sierra Nevada & Costa del Sol/Costa Tropical

100% uplifted — more laps, more vertical, more smiles

Guided by locals; private groups available up to 14 riders

What’s included

100% vehicle uplifts (4×4 / minibus) — maximum downhill time

Local, certified guide — line choice, linking, safety briefings

On-trail support — first aid, basic spares/tools, trail-side fixes

Route selection to match group ability and conditions

Workshop & wash back at the villa if you’re staying with us

Not included: lunch/drinks, personal insurance (required), specialist parts/repairs, airport transfers (day rides meet locally).

How to book

1. Message us your date, rider levels and whether you want Join or Private.

2. We confirm the ride zone & plan.

3. You get a meeting point and checklist (what to bring, weather notes).

4. Show up and ride.

WhatsApp: +34 621 66 24 58 · Email: info@ridesouthernspain.com

Weather & safety

If wind or rain hits a zone, we’ll re-route to something rideable or shuffle the plan. Safety first; fun always.

Personal travel/medical insurance that covers mountain biking is mandatory.

FAQ

What level do I need to be, and what bike/gear is best?

Confident intermediate to advanced riders (red/black trails). Bring a modern trail/enduro bike (140–170 mm), good brakes and sturdy tyres. Helmet mandatory (full-face recommended), knee pads strongly advised.

Expect 4-7 uplifted descents depending on trail length, daylight and group pace. We meet at 09:30 in Lanjarón, run shuttles between trailheads all day without café/food stops so bring packed lunch, we wrap up around 16:30. No big climbs—just short links if needed.

Included: professional guide, vehicle uplifts all day, route selection, on-trail support, basic spares/tools, and small photo/video snippets where we can. Not included: lunch/drinks, personal insurance (required), specialist parts/ repairs, and airport transfers (day rides meet locally at the RSS Villa).

Yes—join an existing uplift for €75pp (incl. guide) or book private hire from €300 (1 rider) up to €490 (7 riders). We can help arrange rental bikes and skills coaching with notice. Bad weather? We’ll re-route or reschedule where possible; full details in your booking confirmation.

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