MÁLAGA
Malaga’s best days out.
The 14 most popular hiking & trekking around Málaga and the Costa del Sol. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, running times and who actually runs them.
Guided Caminito del Rey hike with entrance tickets and helmet safety gear. 7.7 km of cliffside views in about 3 hours.
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Walk the Caminito del Rey in Andalusia with a hiking guide, 100m above the river, plus canyon views and history for $53.
Guided small-group Caminito del Rey from El Kiosko with tickets included, cliffside views 100m above the river, and local history.
“Awesome multilingual guide. He provided quite a bit of information about the trail's history and surroundings”
Small-group hike to UNESCO Torcal de Antequera from Málaga. Rock figures, fossils, goats, and vultures, with guided photo stops.
“Very good guide imparting lots of historical and geological knowledge about the place. The terrain feels like entering into a different planet.”
Guided 5-hour hike from Málaga to El Torcal’s karst rocks and Tethys Sea fossils. Small group, walking sticks, bus back.
Small-group hike from Malaga to Frigiliana, with an Arab irrigation canal walk, viewpoints, and a cellar wine tasting.
“Excellent hike, very nice group and Alfonso was very knowledgable and super nice. Would definitely recommend to go hiking with him and hope to be back another time!”
Guided trekking bike ride in Malaga with Soho street art, industrial history, and Guadalhorce birdlife. Bike, helmet, and route maps included.
“We had a great time cycling in some parts of Malaga we didn’t know at all, we saw the natural reserve with all kind of birds (we saw some flamingos flying!) and then we discovered different neighborhoods of Malaga with its history and evolution through the years.”
Half-day small-group hike from Maro with tropical plantations, natural-park beach time, and optional snorkeling. $66.08.
“Amazing little trip to an oasis. Really beautiful location for snorkelling, and the host is extremely helpful, knowledgable and has a great sense of humour.”
Hike from Malaga to a white village and Sierra Alhama gorge, learn geology with a local guide, picnic by the river, and cool off in summer.
“This was one of my favourite hikes ever! Loved visiting the village, the farm, and the local people! Alphonso was the best guide..so knowledgeable and just the right pace! The views and the countryside are breathtaking.”
Hike the Cliffs of Maro Natural Park from Malaga, then relax on a white-sand cove and snorkel with provided gear.
“Amazing activity; nice hike with beautiful views topped with snorkelling in a super warm, secluded bay with many fish. Alfonso is great, very relaxed yet totally responsible and alway in control. He broke the monotonicity of the flat part of the hike with a botany lesson where we learned to recognize mango & avocado trees,…”
Costa del Sol coastal hike from Nerja with snorkeling option, Moorish watch towers in forest, turquoise coves, and a local picnic snack.
“Great hike along the cliffs in the natural park of Maro and Nerja. Moderately strenuous hike with some steep areas and loose gravel. Thanks David for helping Monica on some of the downhills! Breathtaking views along the coast from the top. Our family of four from US with two young teens and family of 3…”
A small-group hike from Málaga to Frigiliana through avocado plantations and an ancient irrigation canal, ending with sweet wine and tapas.
Hike the Monks Trail in Marbella to Ermita de Los Monjes ruins and Arroyo de Guadalpín, with water, snacks, and an English guide.
“Beautiful hike through the hills of Marbella. Good workout for a few hours. Beautiful views ! Nice guide, he’s telling also information about plants and history.”
A 3-hour Marbella hike with foraging tips, mountain hermitage ruins, and a picnic view. Stress-free, guided, and great value.
“A perfect activity during your vacation. Beautiful views and a kind guide that explains a lot about the nature. Definitely recommend! Even if you are not sporty, it is still very doable and it’s a fun activity for your whole family! We saw a lot of kids during the hike as well.”
From the old-town hill to the white villages, and every way to see them.
