Loved the caminito. Canyon is so beautiful. Certainly not that physical. Our guide Zander was lovely, warm and knowledgeable.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Shuttle bus from El Chorro to the north entrance. (One way)
- Bottled water
- Confirmed entry to Caminito del Rey
- Protection helmet
- Local expert guide in the Caminito del Rey
Excludes
- Food is not included
- Transportation/ Transfers to the meeting point
- Hotel parking for guests only (not free). Park around or Parking Access South Walk.
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- The meeting point of the guide with the visitor will be at the reception of the rural resort La Garganta, El Chorro
Return
- The meeting point of the guide with the visitor will be at the reception of the rural resort La Garganta, El Chorro
Itinerary
Access the hotel reception to be greeted by the guide who will show you El Caminito del Rey and meet the group.
The group will board the shuttle bus from El Chorro train station to enjoy a panoramic walk along the natural landscape road enjoying the views towards the reservoir of the Conde de Guadalhorce until the start of the route El Caminito del Rey through the northern access in the Ardales area.
Before starting the spectacular tour of the Caminito del Rey, we will access the famous tunnel dug into the rock, a unique entrance that takes us into the heart of the gorge.
Once we start the path that will take us to the northern access of the Caminito del Rey, we will pass in front of the geological formations of this impressive natural place and observe the tunnel of the Tafonis.
We will make a short tour along the path of the Emblase de Gaitanejo until we reach the reception of the visitor center of Caminito del Rey (northern access)
The guide will distribute the safety helmets and give small instructions on recommendations, guidelines and safety to consider within the official route of the King’s Path before accessing its interior.
At the beginning of the official path of the Caminito del Rey we will see the Gaitanejo Power Station remotely and the guide will give explanations about what it represents.
We will walk the official path of the King’s Path through which the expert guide will tell you stories, curiosities and details about the construction, nature and anecdotes of this emblematic place.
During the tour we will appreciate this point of interest.
During the tour we will appreciate this point of interest and walk "the chocolate staircase".
During the tour we will appreciate this point of interest and we will pass by the Charca del Sapillo Pintojo, where this small amphibian is usually seen, and the ruins of the Casa del Hoyo, old rural houses that preserve the footprint of the ancient Berbers.
During the tour we will appreciate this point of interest where we will enjoy the impressive Gran Gaitan Canyon, with suspended walkways at 100 meters high. Just a few meters away, the famous Mirador de Cristal awaits us, from where you can see the gorge under your feet and the remains of the old walkway next to the train pass.
During the tour we will appreciate this point of interest, arriving at the most exciting moment : the suspension bridge of 32 meters long, suspended 105 meters high above the gorge of the Gaitanes. A unique experience with spectacular views. Next we will cross the new longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Spain inaugurated in June 2026.
After crossing the suspension bridge, we will reach the front of the gorge, where the El Chorro reservoir begins to form. We will descend by stairs and a terrain route to the exit of the Caminito del Rey, at the southern access.
We will arrive at the end of our tour at the Caminito del Rey helmet collection point at the exit of the southern access, in El Chorro, 200 meters from the meeting point where we started the activity. Here you will return the safety helmet to the staff of Caminito del Rey.
Once the visit to the official route of the Caminito del Rey has ended, we will finish our activity in the picnic area of the Caminito del Rey. Here you can rest in this enabled area or return to the point where our activity began to drink some food and drink, enjoy the wonderful views of the Caminito del Rey or end the tour from the means of transport you chose.
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Reviews
A very well organised guided hike that includes transport to the start. The Andulacian country side at its best, it has excitement, Intriguing stories and is just great fun - with a bit of a thrill. A brilliant activity for anyone able to walk the easy 7.7km.
Excellent trip and very well organised. Our guide Sandro was outstanding. I was uncomfortable going through the tunnel to get to the start but he stayed with me and talked me thru. Its great having a guide to explain everything and the views were stunnimg. Highly recommended.
Not for the faint of heart … but great experience. You’ll be glad you’re walking on the new not original walkways when you see them Starting at the bottom (free parking by the dam and walk up to the station/hotel) and the bus to the top was easier that the other way around (imo). Make sure you have sensible footwear.
What an Amazing tour of the beautiful landscape Caminto Del Rey. Our tour guide Alberto was amazing .you can see that he truly loves showing people his office as he calls it . His professionalism and passion for the area shows ! The way he interacts with all members of the group , always checking to make sure we are all ok. He made our day even more memorable. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to visit Caminto Del Rey
We loved all the crew specialy JJ. Wonderful times. Time flew by very quick. Didnt seem like 7.1 km. Amazing views. Would recomend.
Absolutely incredible scenes. Great hike. It is not dangerous as long as you don’t try to take selfies while backing up.
Great tour, we are athletes so it wasn't strenuous for us and the group was also fine, lots of fit people so it went nicely. Wonderful view and area, it's mostly downhill! Paths are super laid out! Really worth a trip! Optionally, for vacationers, the waiting time could be improved in advance. You have to be there earlier, which should be logical anyway, but not for everyone, obviously. The guide arrived 15 min. late and then you wait another 15 min. for the bus, so 45 min. of standing around. We don't have that much time on short vacations, and if it could start right away, that would be great! Needs improvement🤗🤗Offer time optimization or shorter tours for people who have less time for the same thing.
Recommendation, well-organized tour. The only small point is that it started half an hour later. Good guide. Beautiful and unique views.
A wonderful guide. Pila made this experience even better and her French was impeccable
You must not be afraid of heights, but it is a very good experience. Missing a guide who speaks French
Really nice experience, but the long wait (approx. 45) for helmet distribution felt unnecessarily long.
good. arranged. it was a bit busy at the entrance. but once you're on your way, the hustle and bustle is much less.
It was very well explained and a very nice guide.
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