Tour Caminito del Rey from Malaga and Costa del Sol
About this experience
Discover Málaga's Caminito del Rey, historically known as one of the most spectacular hiking trails in the world. A total walking route of 7.7 km over approximately 4 hours, including access trails and connecting paths leading to the entrance checkpoint where you will receive your helmet to begin the official 4.8 km route. A spectacular trail across bridges, tunnels, canyons, and boardwalks attached to vertical cliffs over a hundred meters high. One of the best in Spain.
Our round-trip bus service, complete with our accompanying staff, admission ticket, and the hiking route conducted by an expert local guide, is the most comfortable way to visit this stunning natural setting from Málaga or the Costa del Sol.
During the bus ride toward Ardales, you can relax and enjoy the Andalusian landscape. Once in town, we will make a brief stop where you can have breakfast at your leisure (not included), before continuing to the northern entrance of Caminito del Rey, the starting point of the walk.
Built between 1901 and 1905 during the era's industrial expansion, this unique site is considered a major engineering milestone. Guided by a local expert passionate about the area, you will uncover the region's history, secret spots, and the story behind building these boardwalks between the Gaitanes and Gaitanejo gorges.
Walk through tunnels carved into the rock, admire the Guadalhorce River dam, and descend the famous "chocolate staircase" surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation. Don't forget to take photos from the "glass balcony"—a platform where you can see the canyon directly beneath your feet from a height of over a hundred meters. Walk along nearly three kilometers of pedestrian boardwalks suspended over the gorge before reaching the iconic suspension bridge. After crossing the canyon and returning your protective helmet at the southern exit point in El Chorro, the bus will be waiting to take you back to your starting point in Málaga or the Costa del Sol.
Highlights
- Walk along the legendary boardwalks suspended over one hundred meters above the canyon
- Discover secret passages and the history of the area guided by a passionate local guide
- Challenge vertigo on the glass balcony with spectacular views right under your feet
- Cross the dizzying suspension bridge over the Gaitanes Gorge with complete safety
- Visit the picturesque town of Ardales
- Includes direct bus from Málaga and Costa del Sol and official skip-the-line ticket for a stress-free visit
What's included
- Caminito del Rey skip-the-line admission ticket
- Pick-up and drop-off bus service with an accompanying guide from the following areas: Málaga city, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, and the town of Ardales
- Professional local guide during the trail walk
Not included
- Food, drinks
Good to know
What to bring
- Wear appropriate clothing and closed-toed sneakers or hiking shoes
- A small backpack with drinks and snacks
- Passport or ID card for children to prove their age
Important
- Activity suitable only for children over 8 years old
- Bring passport or ID card for children to prove their age (it will be requested)
- Activity not recommended for pregnant women, people with vertigo, heart problems, or walking difficulties
- The total walking is about 7,7 kilometers long and takes approximately 4 hours
- The use of walking sticks, umbrellas, selfie sticks, and drones is prohibited
- It is forbidden to leave the marked trail, smoke, make loud noises, pick vegetation, swim in the river, bring pets, carry luggage or bulky bags, motorcycle helmets, or bicycles
- No toilets available along the route
- Participants under 18 years old must join the activity accompanied by an adult
- The activity lasts 7 hours, plus additional time we need for the round-trip transfers from the different resorts and pickup points
Cancellation
Cancel for free up to 24 hours before the activity start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance, late arrivals, or no-shows will not be refunded.
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