Description
Discover Almería and visit the unique and impressive geological heritage called the Pulpí Geode.
Declared a Natural Monument of Andalusia (2022), the so-called Pilar de Jaravia Geode is a giant geode, the only one that can be seen in the world. A structure that arises after thousands of years by fluids and magmas from the bowels of the earth, covered by huge crystals of selenite is a transparent or translucent variety of gypsum.
It is located between the third and fourth level of exploitation of the Mina Rica, located on the eastern slope of the Sierra del Aguilón, in the hamlet of Pilar de Jaravia, municipality of Pulpí (Almería).
With an explorer spirit you will discover the second largest geode in the world and the first in Europe. Going into different levels of Mina Rica you will learn a little of the history of the area culminating your tour in the fourth level with the great Geode, then we visit the Black Room and the Painter Pedro Antonio Room.
At the end of the experience we will approach the town of San Juan de Los Terreros, to visit the castle that bears his name: a military fortress of the eighteenth century with a wonderful view of the coast. Afterwards, we will have lunch in a beach bar to taste the best fish of this maritime area.
EXPERIENCE SERVICES
- Price 1 pax. from €275 in Private Experience.
- Half day (4 to 5 hours) or full day (8 to 10 hours) experience from Tuesday to Sunday, except every Monday, January 1st and December 24th, 25th and 31st.
- Experience not suitable for babies and children from 0 to 8 years old.
- Prices include VAT.
- Experience accompanied by a Local Expert Guide.
- Audio guide system from 1 person.
- Includes entrance to the Pulpí Geode, the Black Room and the Painter Pedro Antonio Room.
- Includes Coffee Break.
- Private transfer to and from the site.
- Lunch at Chiringuito menu or a la carte on request.
- Souvenirs included.
- For Private and Groups from 1 to 15 people maximum.
- Winter Schedule: Experience recommended in the morning or afternoon.
- Summer Schedule: Experience recommended in the morning or afternoon.
- Use of the mask in cases stipulated by medical prescription.
OTHER SERVICES AND EXPERIENCES
- Accommodation in Almeria on request, information here.
- Arab Experience in *Almeria City: a personalized route through the Alcazaba, the Jayran Wall and its famous Aljibes.
- Global Experience in *Cabo de Gata: Kayak excursion, snorkeling, boat trip, caving and hiking.
- Experience in the mountain *The Alpujarra Almeriense: Mountain Bike route, hiking, zip line, thermal circuit, wine and oil tasting.
- Request more information about the Experiences here.
- It is recommended to combine in Private or Group with other Experiences in Andalusia.
ABOUT THE WALKING TOUR
- Itinerary of the Experience: a route created exclusively for the environment and the interior of the Pulpí Geode.
- Access to the Geode without queues and respecting the safety distances.
- Digital or printed tickets to access the Geode.
- It is compulsory to wear a helmet inside the Geode.
- Experience recommended for over 8 years old.
- Altitude sea level: 197 metres.
- Distance: 2 – 4 kilometres.
- Recommendations: Closed sports shoes, suitable clothing for the experience (Winter – Summer).
VISITOR RECEPTION
–Meeting point: In the accommodation or the place that is agreed in advance with the client. The tickets are held by the official guide who accompanies you throughout the Experience and will be given to you before entering the experiences.
–Our guide will carry an indicative element of DOOR TO DOOR TRAVEL so that they can recognize it during the start and the whole tour.
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE TOUR
A) Children under 8 years of age are not allowed to enter.
B) Wheelchairs and other elements of reduced mobility: the route is not fully conditioned so that people with mobility problems can enjoy it freely due to numerous slopes, stairs and cobblestones. We would appreciate it if you could let us know before your arrival if anyone uses a wheelchair so that we can give you options and tailor the visit to your needs.
AVAILABLE LANGUAGES
-Enjoy a guided tour with the best specialists in Spanish, English.
-Another language option on request and availability.
TICKET RESERVATION AND EXPERIENCES RULES
- The full name, surname and ID or passport number of each participant must be provided at the TIME OF APPLICATION. It is important to carry your ID card or passport (physical or digital) with you at all times during the Experience.
- DOOR TO DOOR GRANADA TRAVEL is not responsible for the LOSS of the TICKET and the NON ADMISSION of the visitor to the museums and spaces for not carrying the identification documentation in case of being required by the staff or authorized persons in charge.
- I declare under my responsibility that I have the identity documentation DNI / Passport in order to carry out this Experience in Spain.
RULES FOR VISITING THE GEODE
*We inform the User of the Rules of the visit to the Mina Rica and its surroundings here.
