Canyons to Coast Adventure in Northern Spain

What a great trip! It was extremely well organised, all we had to do was turn up. The activities were really good, especially the canyoning and caving. The mountain biking could have had a bit more exciting downhill sections, but I realise that with a big group it's difficult to get the right balance. Lunches in each day were provided, as well as two evening meals - the food was amazing (and there was a lot of it!). The accommodation was really nice as well, although a bit noisy as it's an old building. But it was really good having the pool (although it's a shame the weather wasn't good enough to use it more) and being able to walk into the town in the evening. The best part of it though, was the guides; Txetxu and Carlos were great, super helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely enthusiastic to show us the amazing area!

I had a great time enjoying the beautiful nature of Asturias with experienced and very knowledgeble guides

From the pickup to drop off the organisation was spot on. Excellent local knowledge by the guides meant the trips were planned to the weather and conditions and all ran smoothly. A certain 5 star trip

This is one of my very favorite trips ever! The scenery in Llanes and Asturia region was spectacular - one of the most beautiful regions in Europe! The activities very well organized and planned. Our guides Chechu and Carlos were a brilliant team and amazing in every situation - technically skilled, engaged, warm and supportive with great sense of humor!

Had a great trip, guides were funny and made you feel welcome and the activities were great

This trip was amazing, Txetxu and Carlos are the perfect guides, they gave me the confidence to conquer my fears on some parts of the activities! A great balance of enjoyment and thrill throughout the trip. It’s a beautiful part of Spain, with amazing food and drink. Couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to share the holiday with!

Had a fantastic trip that was seamlessly organised from start to finish. The guides were brilliant and made sure that each activity was expertly organised, whilst bringing loads of fun and energy. Would 100% recommend this trip to anyone wanting to visit Northern Spain and / or looking to do a holiday that involves a good variety of activities.

If exploring unbelievably beautiful mountains, canyons and coastline is what you want from a holiday you won’t be disappointed. We had a blast with great activities and adventures, our guides Txetxu & Carlos were superb, knowledgeable and great fun to be with. Thanks guys, it was a trip to remember!

A fantastic week of adventures with a great group and the best guides you could possibly find. I cannot recommend this trip highly enough.

Amazing, highly recommend. A perfect variety of activities for new and experienced adventure travelers set in a beautiful landscape and wonderful Spanish locals. Txetxu and Carlos were awesome! They're very knowledgeable, mindful of everyone's comfort levels, and super fun to hang with! Looking forward to booking with them again for the hut to hut trip!

Wow, what a beautiful location! Never been to Northern Spain but so worth the trip. Our guides Carlos and Txetxu were great, so knowledgeable and . passionate about the area, the food and the activities. Great mix of things to do, everyone so supportive, friendly and great company. Highlights for me were e-bikes and canyoning. Beautiful beaches nearby, local food wonderful and plenty. Best bread in the world?! Thanks for great holiday.

This was my first group adventure holiday and travelling solo I was a little anxious, however I needn’t have worried as I don’t think I could have had a better time. The hotel was great, the food was lovely and my gluten intolerance was well catered for. Llanes and the surrounding area was beautiful, the beaches, the mountains and the greenery were stunning. The group dynamic was really nice and the activities were a great mix of chilled, fun and at times challenging but through it all the guides Carlos and Txetxu were amazing. I had a fantastic time and I’m looking forward to my next adventure.

This trip was jam packed! 6 day adventure felt like 10 as every day had an adventure, followed by time to relax, then a later dinner in town (usually with many from our group). I need a vacation from the vacation, but hands already recommended this trip to others and will continue to do so. Guides were great and kept things fun and exciting the whole time.

This was one of my top vacations! The trip was packed with activities, yet with plentry of time at night to decompress and/or walk down to the town of Llanes. Each day, the activities got better and better--my favorite was Canyoneering! All activities were also a very reasonable commute to and from the hotel, which was appreciated. The group and guides were great--like minded, kind and entertaining individuals. We will definitely use MBA again for another outdoors & adventure focused vacation!

It was really well organized, the guides were amazing and took good care of us. Fun activities in an amazing surrounding, and a very nice group of likeminded people, would do it again every time 👍

First time doing this kind of trips: had a great time despite the weather and will definitely do at least one a year from now on! :-)

This was our first time trying Much Better Adventures and thanks to this trip, it won’t be the last. We arrived in Asturias unsure of what to expect, a bit nervous about the canyoning, and a little downcast due to the coming weather forecast. We left with a bunch of good friends, a newfound love for jumping off waterfalls, and plenty of memories made, drizzle be damned.

A big thank you to Dario (and the other guides) for sharing his expertise, knowledge of the local area, and for shielding us from warring goats. Everything went smoothly, we always felt safe when adventuring, and the group was a delight. We laughed every day.

Hotel staff were exceptionally kind. The hotel itself was clean, cosy, and the bed was massive. There was always plenty of hot water, welcome knowledge after days spent outdoors 😊. Do bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper.

Don’t hesitate to book this trip and we hope you have as much fun as we did.

Absolutely amazing adventure in Asturias, Spain. We had different activities everyday in just above comfort levels of difficulty for each of them. Our guides Carlos and Txetxu, had the greatest asset you can have: they cared. Cared we were having fun, safe, well fed and extremely good natured and humorous with it. I didn’t know what to expect from a Much Better Adventure, but I really didn’t expect to get blown away by the whole thing. Well done all, we’ll be talking about this for a very long time.

Words cannot truly capture how extraordinary this holiday was. From the impeccable attention to detail to the outstanding guides, wonderful accommodation, and delicious food—every aspect was thoughtfully curated. But above all, it was the adventure, the unforgettable experiences, and the endless laughter that made it truly special. These are memories that will stay with us for a lifetime.

From the communication and pick up in Bilbao to the last day canyoning we have had an absolute ball. A different activity everyday-kayaking, caving, stand up paddleboard, hiking, e-bikes, no pressure, great guides (thank you Darius), great breakfast-everything you could ask for, filling lunches - so much so we didn’t eat out on most nights. Hotel was clean and staff incredibly helpful even. We all tried new activities, mixed with people from all over the world and sampled delicious food from the Asturias region . Will definitely join another trip soon!

My expectations were exceeded with this trip. I’ve been on several other adventure trips with different companies and they don’t compare. Asturias is a hidden gem, with the perfect mix of mountains, beaches, caves, and any other natural wonders you can imagine. The group was wonderful.

The thing that really made this trip exceptional, though, was our local guide, Carlos. I can’t rave about him enough - his expertise in all of our activities, knowledge of the caves, curiosity about the people in our group, logistical organization, planning, kindness, and humor made all the difference. I would book other trips specifically for him.

Llanes is such a charming town, with friendly people. It’s the perfect home base for this trip. I completely forgot about work and was blown away by the adventure and fun I had in nature.

I’ll be back.

This was our first time going with MBA and actually doing a group tour. Usually we plan everything ourselves and do it by ourselves at our schedule. So we were a bit worried how will this whole group dynamic will work and organized the trip will be. All the worries were for nothing as the group jelled really well, no one would wait for anyone, and the comradery was established right from the start. The guides (Carlos and Clara) where truly amazing making sure that everything runs super smooth and everyone is enjoying things. When possible they gave slightly different (easier / harder) options for people to choose from to make sure everyone is comfortable. Having different activities everyday was great as well and each one was better than the prior one. It was just like in the description. And most things you would not be able to do without a local guide no matter how much you plan it yourself. Coming back to a very nice 4 star hotel after a long day adventure was fantastic as well. The hotel was great, with great breakfast and easy 20 min walk to town along a river in a park - even after hard days of hiking and biking that was not a problem. We'll definitely consider doing future trips with MBA.

This was a great trip. The activities were great, well organised, well planned , well executed with attention to detail and yet flexibility to accommodate the needs of the group. Great place , great accommodation, great food . Guide (Carlos and Claris) were enthusiastic , knowledgeable and very hardworking. They quietly kept us safe without obviously imposing endless rules . The equipment was good quality and well maintained. The group was amazing making this trip extra special. They were from diverse parts of the world and a wide age range (26-61) but gelled really well in a common interest of outdoor activities and adventure.

Excellent trip very well organised and enjoyed by a wide variety of people . The guides Carlos and Claris were extremely helpful and friendly, The activities were very exciting and variable . Highly recommend it .

The trip was so well organised and our guides Carlos and Clara were amazing the entire time. The group was great too, Asturias and the surrounding area are perfect for all the activities! The week rushed by.

If you’re craving an adventure that blends rugged natural beauty, heart-pumping activities, and authentic local culture, look no further. This trip is, quite simply, a masterpiece of outdoor exploration and cultural immersion.

From the moment we arrived, the energy was contagious. Every day brought a new thrill — from kayaking through crystal-clear rivers and abseiling down waterfalls, to hiking along the panoramic Cares Gorge. The landscapes were jaw-dropping: lush green valleys, dramatic limestone peaks, and the shimmering ocean stretching endlessly into the horizon.

But what truly made this trip exceptional were the local guides. Passionate, knowledgeable, and full of character, they didn’t just lead the way — they brought Northern Spain to life. Whether sharing stories of the region’s history, introducing us to delicious Asturian cider and cheeses, or cheering us on during an epic descent, they felt more like friends than guides. Their love for the land was infectious, and their attention to detail made everything feel seamless and safe.

Highlights? Too many to count. Jumping into pristine canyon pools and sliding down waterfalls, dining on the local dishes after a day of hiking, kayaking along surging river, biking up to beautiful viewpoints— this trip had it all.

It’s the perfect balance of adrenaline and relaxation, nature and culture, solitude and camaraderie. If you’re even thinking about booking this trip — do it.

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We loved this trip. The guides were excellent, the activities were fun and well-organised, the food was authentic and plentiful. The accommodation was very comfortable and we appreciated being in the same hotel all week. This is a really beautiful part of Spain with stunning landscapes. We also got lucky with a great blend of fellow travellers and good weather. Highly recommended.

Meine Reise durch die weniger bekannten Provinzen Asturien und Kantabrien war einfach ein Traum! Von der ersten bis zur letzten Aktivität – Wandern, Mountainbiken, Stand-Up-Paddling und Kajakfahren – war alles perfekt organisiert und hat mir die unglaubliche Vielfalt dieser Region gezeigt.

Obwohl ich eigentlich etwas Höhenangst habe, war die Wanderung wirklich gut machbar. Die Route war sicher und wurde auf mein Tempo abgestimmt, sodass ich mich jederzeit wohl gefühlt habe. Die Ausblicke über die grünen Hügel und die wilden Küstenabschnitte waren einfach spektakulär! Ein weiteres Highlight war das Stand-Up-Paddling in ruhigen Buchten – das Gefühl von Freiheit auf dem Wasser war unvergleichlich.

Ich kann diesen Trip jedem empfehlen, der eine Mischung aus Abenteuer und atemberaubender Natur sucht, ohne auf Komfort oder Sicherheit verzichten zu müssen. Ein echtes Paradies für Outdoor-Fans, abseits des Massentourismus. Ich freue mich schon darauf, eines Tages zurückzukommen!

I originally picked this trip because I wanted to hike the spectacular Cares Gorge, and that was my highlight. Or on second thoughts maybe it was the kayaking as we spun down the rapids (apparently I'm not very good at steering), or possibly the beautiful stalagmites in the cave. All the activities were so different, it is impossible to decide, but throughout our guides Carlos and Txetxu shared their love for the beautiful Asturia land, kept us laughing and encouraged us to stetch ourselves. I even found myself volunteering for the harder mountain biking route, and that is not something that I ever thought I would say. Great company, great week, I wouldn't change a thing.

While the activities were blast and the scenery amazing, the guides truly made this an unforgettable experience. They were knowledgeable about the region, fun to chat with, and took wonderful care of our group. From adjusting the schedule to pick the best adventures based on the weather that day to recommending great eats, offering options to make the days more or less active and prioritizing our safety and comfort, they were some of the best I’ve experienced.