Top Malaga Hiking Tours

The city of Malaga is a vibrant place to explore, but just outside of the bustling neighborhoods packed with tapas bars and craft beer, there are natural wonders to discover. Hike on trails along the dramatic coastline, and through forests of tropical trees and areas filled with local flora and fauna. Dive into the blue Mediterranean Sea, and snorkel over rocky reefs, spotting fish, octopus, starfish and more.

Discover the countryside beyond Malaga on a hike to the El Saltillo Gorge with a local guide. Following a route chosen for its sweeping views, you’ll hike from a traditional whitewashed village into the landscapes of a natural park where wild goats and plant life abound. The route is classed as moderate, with steep inclines in places; however, the views make the effort worthwhile.

We will go to El Chorro, in Alora, an emblematic place due to its nature and its rock, where the Caminito del Rey path is located. We will make the road less touristy and more daring, full of adventure and fun.

MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS unique experience in a hidden path you you will not find otherwise. SMALL GROUP (max 8 p.) with independent travellers. Lots of fun guaranteed. 3 hours hike through a unique landscape full of tropical trees. Wine tasting in a old cellar with some local tapas. Local guide expert in geography and geology. Confortable transport with A/C. MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS provides 24h/7 support in case you have any doubt.

Seize the chance to see wild dolphins in their natural habitat on this boat trip from Benalmadena. Board a catamaran–one that bears a sustainable eco-tourism Blue Flag–and sail into the Alboran Sea. Look for the pods, learn about them from the expert crew, and with luck, observe them as they skim through the waves. If time allows, your trip also includes an optional swim in the sea.

Visit the Alhambra and Granada on a day-long excursion from Malaga. With a guide, explore the UNESCO-listed Alhambra palace, admiring incredible Islamic architecture around the complex. After visiting the main highlights, Charles V Palace, and the Generalife Gardens, check out the landmarks of Granada on a walking tour. Numbers are limited to 20 people, and the experience includes round-trip transport from Malaga.

Surely the most representative monument of the city. To penetrate this Arab palace, is to penetrate the heart of Malaga, it is impossible to understand Malaga's history without visiting it. Witness the invincible power of the Alcazaba! Extensive views of the sea, beautiful details of Muslim architecture, relaxing fountains and gardens…. There are many things to discover that will leave you breathless. Visit the Alcazaba of Malaga while our guides explain how the Muslims lived, how the palace worked and some of the hidden legends of this ancient place. In addition, the visit can be made in other languages (German, French and Italian), checking the availability of the day in advance.

Walk the Caminito del Rey (The King’s Little Pathway) through the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes gorge on this full-day tour from Malaga. Head into Andalucia’s countryside for a guided hike along the suspended footbridge and cliffside pathway, suspended about 328 feet (100 meters) above the river, as you absorb the bird’s-eye views. The roughly 3.2-feet (1-meter) wide path runs for about 1.8 miles (3 kilometers). Entrance fee and coach transport from Malaga included.

Enjoy the sights and shopping of Gibraltar on this full-day trip from the Costa del Sol. Travel to the famous British territory by air-conditioned coach, and discover its main attractions, including the legendary Rock of Gibraltar, on a sightseeing tour. Head inside St Michael’s Cave, meet the cheeky Barbary monkeys and visit Europa Point, where a lighthouse marks the gateway of the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Plus, get free time to enjoy Gibraltar’s British atmosphere and high-street stores, fashion chains and duty-free outlets — all perfect for a dose of great-value shopping.

Succumb to the Andalusian charm of Seville on an enriching full-day trip from Malaga. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, stroll the picturesque banks of the Guadalquivir River and explore vibrant neighborhoods like Triana and Santa Cruz. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed beauty of the Cathedral of St Mary and see the fortified turrets of Alcazar, an ancient fortress in the historical heart of the city. Enjoy some leisurely free time to explore Seville at your own pace and relax during round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned coach from Malaga.

If you’re modern art lover in Malaga, don’t miss out on a visit to Centre Pompidou, famed for its striking multicolored facade. Save time with a skip-the-line ticket to the contemporary museum, which features masterpieces by the likes of Brâncuși, Giacometti, Bacon and Picasso. Your admission ticket also includes an audio guide designed to enhance your experience of the gallery space.

Explore the southern port city of Malaga on a hop-on hop-off City Sightseeing tour. Hop aboard a double decker bus and pass top attractions, including the Playa de la Malagueta, Plaza de Toros, and the Malaga Cathedral, known for its mysteriously unfinished south tower. Hop off to explore as many times as you like within 24 hours, and then rejoin the route at one of 14 stops evenly distributed throughout Malaga. Upgrade to include a guided walking tour with your ticket.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with an exclusive 6-hour journey through Caminito del Rey. Luxurious private transportation will safely take you from your hotel or apartment in Malaga to the trail's starting point. After conquering the trail, you'll be whisked back to your accommodations. All fees and taxes, as well as your ticket, are already included in this tour. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

"... And it is at that precise moment, when we leave behind the walls of the old power plant, when our path begins to mark the water running on its way to the sea." Suitable for all profiles and for all ages, this experience will lead us to: - Walk along the riverbed going upstream. - Enjoy waterfalls full of color. - Relax in pools that we will find in our way. - Cross "los cahorros", feeling like the canyon hugs us and leaves us spectacular images. -Know better the history and legends that accompany this region. Between the sun's rays and the shadow of the rock and the weeds, we will advance along the Chillar River without the heat of this part of southern Europe opening us.

Discover the fascinating geologic history of El Torcal Nature Reserve on a guided, half-day hike. After pickup from your hotel in Marbella, Malaga or other Costa del Sol towns, learn about the unique landscape on the drive to the park. Enjoy several hours hiking among the dramatic karst limestone formations, considered among the most impressive in all of Europe. Your private guide can customize the pace and itinerary of the hike to suit the group’s abilities.

You will be able to discover the nature of the Costa Del Sol like you have never imagined. 80% Off Road - 20% Highway. In the tour we include a sanitary cap and safety helmet. You will only have to follow the guide and we will do the rest to guarantee greater satisfaction on the tour. * All Quads have 2 seats. * All passengers are free.

This walk takes us to the limestone gorge of the Tajo del Abanico "The Fan" We head out from Ronda, through holm oak woodland and to an isolated mediaeval cobblesone pathway. The pathway leads us into the Tajo del Abanico gorge where we find a low cave and the huge, fan-shaped rock which gives the gorge its name. We make a circuit back to the start on a twisting track through forest alongside more limestone cliffs.

Via Ferrata is like climbing a mountain, but in adventure mode and with great security, you will use a technical material (helmet, harnesses, gloves and dissipators) especially for this adventure. You will climb metal steps, enjoy a natural high-altitude route full of excitement with 3 zip lines (25, 35 and 10 meters), Tibetan and Monkey bridges, in a beautiful landscape in an agricultural village, which has incredible views of the mountains and the famous "Boquete de Zafarraya" which is a mountain pass in the Penibetic Mountain Range, constitutes the most important natural passage between the province of Malaga and the province of Granada. Is a nice adventure to enjoy with couple, friends, family, this via ferrata is perfect for initiation too, as we can adapt it to different levels. The Via Ferrata of Zafarraya has it ALL: it’s fun and exciting; has zip-line jumps and a nice dose of art in a breathtaking natural landscape. *It is necessary not to have vertigo.

This walk takes us from the small white village of Montejaque, nestled into a niche amongst rocky mountain peaks at the edge of the Sierra de Grazalema, to Ronda. We follow the original pathways that took villagers, drovers and their wares from the mountain village into the town in the days before cars, roads and railways. After a short tour of the village we exit via a stone “zigzag path”. This is a short, steep climb that takes us up into the mountains, past a small chapel and a hidden plateau. We continue through the hills, past huge agave cactus plants, olive groves and farms, with stunning views across the countryside. We climb to a viewpoint where Ronda’s position on top of a sheer rock wall lays before us, then drop down into the fertile valley below the town. We walk directly below the walls of the gorge and enjoy iconic views of the Puente Nuevo bridge, before climbing to our finish point in one of Ronda’s oldest districts, the Barrio San Francisco.

Explore the scenic coastline of Nerja and find some of the most untouched beaches in the Costa del Sol on this guided hike. Follow mountain and cliffside trails and see nature and wildlife as you travel through forests and over rocky peninsulas. Take in views over the sea, and learn about the history and ecology of the local area from your guide.

This popular walk takes us through beautiful Andalucian countryside, via a local beauty spot and on to finish at the renowned Molino del Santo hotel restaurant. We leave Ronda down an old cobbled road beside the gorge and enjoy spectacular views up to the town on its clifftop plateau and the Puente Nuevo bridge. We then head out through open countryside towards the Guadiaro river and the Cueva del Gato or "Cat Cave", a local beauty spot named for the shape of the natural cave mouth. The mountain behind contains a network of water-filled tunnels and caverns. Each day thousands of litres of crystal clear water exit the cave via a waterfall to create a stunning, blue water pool. We continue a short distance to the small village of Benaojan estacion and the Molino del Santo hotel, where we can relax on the terrace for optional refreshments before returning to Ronda in our minibus. Or choose to stay at the hotel for a delicious, leisurely lunch and return to Ronda by train or taxi.

The Cerro Gordo Tower was built in the 16th century on top of an old watchtower from the times of the Kingdom of Granada to protect the workers and fishermen in the area. It visually connects to the west with the Caleta or Cantarriján tower, and to the east with the Torre de la Herradura. Formerly it was a favorable place for pirates, who took control of this area to enter the territory and cause terror in the native population, a fact that had a decisive influence on the low number of residents who lived in the towns nearby.

Escaleretas is the name given to the steps on which the limestone slabs of this area are arranged. This path will take us to botanical jewels such as Spanish firs or mountain gall oaks