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Finale Ligure Sea Side MTB Shuttle Tour – Coastal Enduro trails

• Shuttle runs: 8 – 10

• Duration: 8:00 h ↻

• Estimated Downhill: 3.500 m ↓

• Max. altitude: 1,020 m ⇱

• Start / End: Finalborgo

description

Private Guided Tour・Exclusive Mechanical Bike Shuttle Service

The Sea Side Tour (East Coast Freeride) is the definitive coastal gravity itinerary across the Finale Outdoor Region. Designed for riders seeking maximum downhill volume without pedaling transitions, this 8-hour private experience links the rugged ridge networks of Spotorno, Vado Ligure, and the iconic Le Manie plateau.

Leaving the deep alpine loam behind, this sector challenges riders on high-traction limestone shelves, exposed maritime ridgelines, and steep rock gardens plunging directly toward the Mediterranean Sea. Utilizing our dedicated Finale Ligure bike shuttle vehicle, your private group eliminates long road climbs to achieve 8 to 10 mechanized uplifts (approx. 4,500 vertical meters of descending) in a single day.

Our certified local mountain bike guide dynamically curates every stage based on real-time soil grip and your team’s technical pace. Ride historic stages made legendary by the Enduro World Series (EWS), including the razor-sharp Mao Crest and the technical rock slabs of DH Men (DH Uomini) dropping into Varigotti. From fast, flowing roller sequences on Crestino, Supergroppo, and Corvi to high-speed technical lines on La Rete, Folia, and Briga, this is the benchmark coastal bike shuttle Finale Ligure experience.

overview
Time 09:00 – 17:00 (8 hours total)
Start / End Finalborgo ( GPS position during check-out )
Service Full-Day 4x4 Bike Shuttle + Guide
Group type Private Group (Exclusive Van)
Activity Enduro / Freeride
Mtb guide Certified & local guide
Min. age 12 y.o.
Languages ENG | ITA
Availability All year round upon request
Best time to ride Mar – Apr – May – Jun – Sep – Oct – Nov – Dec

Price from

€ 450

Max riders :

Recommended bike :

Enduro

≥160mm

Group Price List
1 – 5 pers €450
6 pers €540
7 pers €630

Specifications

Area

finale ligure

Zone

Spotorno / Vado / Le Manie

difficulty (sts)

Most trails range from S2 to S3, while technical descents such as DH Man reach S4 difficulty. The area is best suited to intermediate and advanced riders with confidence on natural terrain and rocky coastal trails. flow.

Physical effort (itrs)

• Good condition and regular training is required

duration

8h

Estimated Downhill

3.500 m ↓

N° Runs

8 / 10

Area and Terrain

Max. Altitude

1,020 m ⇱ Base nato

Min. Altitude

0,00 m ⇲ finalborgo

general characteristics

The Trail Zone links the inland mountains with the Ligurian coast, offering one of the most scenic riding experiences in the Finale Ligure Outdoor Region. The area is renowned for panoramic sea views, flowing singletracks and a varied network of natural enduro trails.

terrain

Expect a constantly changing mix of compact forest soil, coastal limestone, loose gravel and rocky sections. The trails wind through Mediterranean woodland, open ridgelines and exposed hillsides, with excellent grip in dry conditions and spectacular views over the sea.

trails

The zone combines flowing trails such as Crestino, Supergroppo, Corvi and Mao Crest with more technical descents including DH Man, Berba and Briga. Fast singletrack, natural berms, compressions, rocky features and continuous sea-view descents define the riding experience.

Available Trails in the area

Crestino

Supergroppo

Corvi

La Rete

Folia

DH Man

■ Berba

Spenea

DH Woman

Rocche Gianche

Zak

Mao Crest

Scoobydoo

Briga

Brighella

Andrassa

* The choice of trails will be based on: the requests and technical level of the group, the conditions of the trails and openings and closures.

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Equipment

Daily Program

Mountain bike

Full-suspension Enduro bike with minimum 160 mm travel front/rear. Reinforced casing tires (e.g., Super Gravity / DoubleDown or DH casing) set up tubeless are strongly recommended.

Helmet

Mandatory for all participants. Full-face helmet is strongly recommended.

Body protection

Back protector and knee pads are recommended too

Eye protection

MTB goggles or riding glasses (clear or light-reactive lenses recommended for transitioning through dense forest).

Spare parts

• Tubeless repair kit

• Inner tube

• Derailleur hanger

• Brake pads

Water

Our guides use 750ml water bottles

Food

Energy bars, gels, or solid snacks for on-trail refueling between runs.

Personal documents

Valid government-issued ID card or passport (mandatory by law to carry in Italy).

Cash

Euro cash recommended for remote backcountry restaurant stops and cafes where card terminals may lack cellular connectivity.

Phone

Fully charged mobile phone with active cellular roaming for emergency communication.

Meeting, Briefing & Bike Check

  • Staging and meet-up in Finalborgo (exact GPS coordinates provided upon booking).
  • Daily briefing: Review of group objectives, live trail status (openings and maintenance closures), and planned uplift logistics.
  • Pre-ride inspection: Verification of tire pressures and thorough check of rear suspension linkages and pivot bolts (essential for riders on multi-day shuttle trips), followed by bike loading onto the trailer.

9:00

Bike shuttle departure

Morning Riding Session (Base NATO Warm-Up & Coastal Transfer)

  • Uplift to Base NATO followed by a long descending warm-up run heading directly toward the coast to reach the trail network of Vado Ligure and Spotorno.
  • The riding progresses onto the coastal singletracks where technical gradient and rock exposure increase on loose limestone terrain.

  • 4 to 5 mechanized runs completed during the morning block.

13:00

Group choice between a quick sandwich stop or a traditional sit-down lunch at an affiliated backcountry osteria (€18 to €20 per person).

A fixed portion of every lunch bill directly funds local trail maintenance and infrastructure.

14:00 – Afternoon Riding Session (Spotorno & Le Manie Coastal Sectors)

  • Dedicated gravity focus on the coastal ridgelines of Spotorno and the Le Manie plateau.
  • High-intensity runs on iconic tracks, including classic descents such as DH Men (DH Uomini) or DH Woman, alongside technical coastal lines overlooking the Mediterranean.

17:00 – Return to Finalborgo & Post-Ride Aperitivo

  • Final shuttle transfer back to Finalborgo for bike unloading.
  • Optional post-ride drinks and aperitivo (beer o’clock) in the historic center.

What’s included

Not included

Booking

What riders says

Mtb Guide

8h professional certified mtb guide

Bike Shuttle

Shuttle service: Exclusive 9 seater van (full day, 09:00 – 17:00)

Technical support

Riding technique guidance upon request

Mechanical support

Guide’s trailside first-intervention assistance

Group management

Dynamic trail routing and trail status management

Knowledge

Area and local relationship

First aid

First aid and BLS knowledge and ability to coordinate with local rescue authorities

Insurance

Personal accident and third-party liability insurance

Lunch

Sandwiches or affiliated backcountry restaurant (€18–€20)

Bike rent

Available on request (requires height, weight, front brake setup, flat or SPD pedals, protection needs, and MTB or E-bike preference)

Personal equipment

Helmet, knee pads, and protective gear

Aperitivo

End-of-day drink (self-funded)

Deposit

€ 100

Balance

On ride day

Cancellation

Free up to 48 h

Pricing strategy

The displayed price is based on a group of 5 riders. Each additional rider is charged €90, up to a maximum of 7 riders.

On-line availability

Online availability: Up to 72 h. For last minutes request or for groups larger than 8 riders, please contact us on WhatsApp.

In case of severe bad weather

  • In case of severe weather or official trail closures by local authorities, the tour is rerouted to open trail sectors.
  • If no alternative trail areas are open and riding is not possible, a full refund is issued.
  • Once the tour has started, no refund is provided.

What riders say

Faq

The Sea Side tour focuses on the coastal trail network between Spotorno, Vado Ligure, and Le Manie plateau, starting with a long warm-up descent from Base NATO toward the coast. Unlike the deep forest soil of the inland beech woods, this sector is defined by technical white limestone, loose gravel, open ridgelines, and panoramic sea views dropping straight toward the Mediterranean.

The tour covers classic Enduro and Downhill tracks including DH Men (DH Uomini) or DH Woman, alongside coastal singletracks such as Mao Crest, Crestino, Supergroppo, Corvi, La Rete, Folia, and Briga. Trail selection is dynamically adjusted by your certified guide based on group pace and real-time grip.

This tour is rated STS S2 to S4 (ITRS Level Advanced). The descents feature steep limestone shelves, loose rock, and exposed technical sections. Solid bike control, confident braking on loose surfaces, and experience on natural rocky terrain are required.

Your private group will complete between 8 and 10 mechanized runs from 09:00 to 17:00, delivering approximately 3,000 to 3,500 vertical meters of total descent.

The base rate is €450 for private groups of 1 to 5 riders. For larger groups, the price is €540 for 6 riders and €630 for 7 riders. The rate includes the exclusive vehicle, professional driver, fuel, and a certified local mountain bike guide for the full 8-hour day.

A full-suspension Enduro bike with a minimum of 160 mm travel is recommended. Reinforced tubeless tires (Super Gravity, DoubleDown, or DH casing) are strongly advised to handle the sharp coastal limestone. A helmet and knee pads are mandatory; a full-face helmet is recommended.

Yes. The coastal limestone trails around Spotorno, Vado Ligure, and Le Manie drain rapidly and offer superior traction compared to high-altitude inland trails during damp or mixed weather conditions.

Sea Side – Bike Shuttle Tour

from € 450,00/ group