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Although this was once considered as one of the world's most dangerous hikes, it has now become a safe attraction for adults and families alike. You will have the unique experience of walking along a pathway that hang over 100 meters along the cliff face. Despite the height, I felt very safe the whole time. For the most part, it's less of a strenuous hike and more of a nice paved boardwalk. You can choose to go individually or with a tour group. We went by ourselves as we wanted to do it at our own pace. Regardless, they will give you safety instructions, and everyone is required to wear a helmet. The views along the hike is absolutely spectacular! Towards the end of the hike, there's a suspended hanging bridge to cross. Then you will descend down the mountain to find food stands and shops below.
This was on the top of our list of things to do on our trip to Southern Spain. We had never heard of this until we started to research our trip. Even though it was off season I booked our tickets almost two months in advance since this has become a super popular adventure. We arrived early to the parking lot at the visitor center - over one hour before our 10:30 guided tour. We then caught the bus to the north end where all the tours start. Actually you have to then hike 1.5 KM to the actual starting point. There it was a bit chaotic. They really need some better signage and instructions to reduce the confusion. Also they need more bathrooms because this is the last chance before you spend 2+ hours on the trail. Once our reserved time came about we were ushered into one of the corrals for the English guided tours. You can also walk the trail on your own but it is well worth the extra 8 euros for the guide - we learned a lot. Once you got your helmet (required) we began the walk. The views are spectacular and it really is not dangerous at all. If you are afraid of heights you might want to skip it but otherwise it is a blast. One great photo op after another. Breathtaking. At the end of the official tour you then need to walk another 1.5KM to catch the bus back to the parking lots (you can also park at the South or the North end but the visitor center lot is new and big and easy to get to though the visitor center itself was not open - off season?). Totally worth it!
If you like long scenic hikes in a gorge-like setting, I recommend this one. If you go on your own, entry fee is 10€, but I didn't want to figure out the logistics of transportation and parking which is an hour away. Apparently, you can take a train from Málaga and then a shuttle bus. Instead I booked a tour through Viator, which provides a bus ride to and from, a multilingual guide who will explain the history of the pathway and what to expect on the path while we were on the bus, and a bottle of water for 56€. Speaking of the bus, if you're motion sickness susceptible, the last couple miles are windy going up the hill so plan accordingly. Upon arrival, the tour group begins at the toilets as there is none on the trail, but there are only three toilets for EVERYONE so expect to wait for at least 30 minutes for everyone in your tour to finish. While you're allowed to go at your own pace, it's initially difficult because there are tons of tour groups and school groups that move at their own pace making it difficult to pass. Moreover, people in tour groups will stop in the middle of the path and take a photo forcing everyone behind them to stop, rather than stepping aside to take a photo. As the tour guide mentioned several times, have patience. At the end of the walk, there are kiosks of food, drinks, and souvenirs at reasonable prices. As a fast walker, the trail took me way less than 2 hours to complete. However, there is more walking than meets the eye if you take into consideration walking to and from the bus pick-up and drop-off from the hotel. Here's one more thing to consider: at the pick-up and drop-off points, there are many tour groups that meet at the same exact spot. For me it was helpful for my tour guide to let me know what color the bus was and any markings. In my case, it was a black bus that had PAREJA written on it.
Scary and beautiful! I have a fear of heights and what better way to try and conquer my fears by hiking at what was once considered to be Spain's most dangerous hike! Booking is fairly easy on their official website. We wanted to book general admission but the only tickets available was the one with the guide. This actually worked out better for us. Our guide was awesome and knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. Hardhats are to be worn all the time and there are staff posted at various spots that will tell you not to use a selfie stick. Plan to arrive at least an hour before your scheduled slot. We parked on the El chorro side and this worked out easier for us since the trail stops at this end. There are busses that can transport you in either direction, no matter where you opt to park. When booking your ticket, get the bus fare added on to save you trouble Of paying the day off. And trust me, you want to ride the bus. If you park on the El Chorro side, it is about a 15 min bus ride to the El Kiosko area, where you can find the trail that leads to the ticket office and beginning of the trail. Once you are at the Kiosko area, walk up a little bit and look for the 1.7km sign and it leads to a small tunnel. Take that entrance as it is a shorter walk to the beginning of the trail (there is bigger tunnel next To the kiosko restaurant, but it is longer). It is about a 20-25 min walk to the start, depending on how fast you are walking. With the guide, it took us about 3 hours from start until we reached our car. We did it at a very slow pace for the most part just to embrace all the beauty that surrounded us. Lots of photo/video opportunities. You can probably finish it under two hours but why rush it. Enjoy it all! You can do the trail without the guide but we enjoyed learning the history. Along the way, remnants of the old trail are still there and you can see why it was considered dangerous! I recommend doing the earliest tour available. It won't be as crowded and you will be able to find parking easier. Most of the parking lots are free and you can also Park along the road. I heard There is also a paid parking lot (maybe 1 or 2 euro) on the north side but i did not see it. Don't forget water and suncreen! Affordable - less than €20 with a guide, even less without! Definitely a must do if you are in the area!
Seriously the coolest hike i've ever done! I was blown away by the views and the fact they've made a platforms on the side of the mountain. I write this in english so the tourists can see it. YOU MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE! Go to the website and make your booking. You can't just come here. It took me ages to get a booking. So if you know your coming to Malaga, book a spot. You won't regret it. So basically, we took the train from Malaga to El Chorro. And spain being spain, there was a lack of signs. So we followed the only sign with an arrow "caminito del rey". So we followed. Then we ended up at the end of the trail. we didn't even get on it. So we went back and asked. You have to take a bus to the start of the trail. So we went. The trail is lovely! Some parts a bit scary. Like the bridge. It wasn't easy for me to walk on that. I'm not afraid of heights, but terrified of dying from a fall. So when you walk out on a ledge and can see the bottom. Eeks! But I did it. It's an extremely gorgous hike!
So much fun! This is a hike that we have wanted to do for many years. It was once touted as the most dangerous hike in the world. But it's much tamer now that they have built a new walkway through the canyon and it has become a huge tourist attraction. We still loved it! Great way to spend the day if you are in the Malaga area. Make sure to buy tickets in advance online, as it sells out quickly at certain points if the year!
5 months ago
We hiked the most dangerous hike in the world, Caminito del Rey! Just kidding, mostly. At one point in time, this hike near Málaga was actually known as the world's most dangerous due to its crumbling walkways along the Gaitanes Gorge, with sheer drops of over 300 feet. There were several fatalities, leading to its closer in the early 2000s, but after a major reconstruction, the hike reopened in 2015. We got unlucky with the weather today - it was the first rain of the trip, but honestly gave the hike very mystic and ethereal vibes.The hike itself was super easy - minimal elevation gain and point-to-point took about 2-3 hours with a guide (not required but included in price of admission and nice to hear the history of the hike, and flora/fauna of the area). The name in English means "The King's Little Pathway", and was given when the Spanish King Alfonso XIII came to inaugurate the path in 1921, and appeared visibly scared as he crossed the pathway straddling the gorge, hundreds of feet above the river below. About halfway through our hike, we pulled out some homemade #scenicsammies we made for the hike - we got a baguette from a bakery in Ronda, some Iberian ham from a deli shop, and some nice hard cheese from another gourmet deli - it hit the spot! Back to the hike - our guide, Lucia, was super enthusiastic and kept us thoroughly entertained on our hike, which culminated by crossing the infamous suspension bridge before a short walk to the town of El Chorro, where we caught the shuttle bus back to the visitor center parking lot. read more
1 year ago
Super easy walk, no effort at all so any ability can do this. A bit UNDERwhelming as way way too many people. We started at 8:50 and it was very crowded even then. Large tour groups with the headsets listening to a guide. Ohhhh why?? Why would you want to experience nature like this? Of course all is very beautiful. Just wish they would sell HALF the alloted tickets per time schedules. read more
Have you ever walked on a four foot wide walkway that ran along canyons for miles hundreds of feet above the ground? Me either, but that is what this place is and it's truly cool. The walkway is an overlay of the previous ones that would take workers along to perform maintenance of the waterway that feeds the hydroelectric power at the end. According to information on it: The walkway was constructed in the early 20th century, but by the early 21st century, it had fallen into disrepair and was partially closed for over a decade. After four years of extensive repairs and renovations, it re-opened in 2015. It has been described as the "world's most dangerous walkway" following five deaths in 1999 and 2000. So yeah, I didn't know that, but enjoyed the walk all the same. If you have an opportunity you should definitely go here. read more
Although this was once considered as one of the world's most dangerous hikes, it has now become a safe attraction for adults and families alike. You will have the unique experience of walking along a pathway that hang over 100 meters along the cliff face. Despite the height, I felt very safe the whole time. For the most part, it's less of a strenuous hike and more of a nice paved boardwalk. You can choose to go individually or with a tour group. We went by ourselves as we wanted to do it at our own pace. Regardless, they will give you safety instructions, and everyone is required to wear a helmet. The views along the hike is absolutely spectacular! Towards the end of the hike, there's a suspended hanging bridge to cross. Then you will descend down the mountain to find food stands and shops below. read more
This was on the top of our list of things to do on our trip to Southern Spain. We had never heard of this until we started to research our trip. Even though it was off season I booked our tickets almost two months in advance since this has become a super popular adventure. We arrived early to the parking lot at the visitor center - over one hour before our 10:30 guided tour. We then caught the bus to the north end where all the tours start. Actually you have to then hike 1.5 KM to the actual starting point. There it was a bit chaotic. They really need some better signage and instructions to reduce the confusion. Also they need more bathrooms because this is the last chance before you spend 2+ hours on the trail. Once our reserved time came about we were ushered into one of the corrals for the English guided tours. You can also walk the trail on your own but it is well worth the extra 8 euros for the guide - we learned a lot. Once you got your helmet (required) we began the walk. The views are spectacular and it really is not dangerous at all. If you are afraid of heights you might want to skip it but otherwise it is a blast. One great photo op after another. Breathtaking. At the end of the official tour you then need to walk another 1.5KM to catch the bus back to the parking lots (you can also park at the South or the North end but the visitor center lot is new and big and easy to get to though the visitor center itself was not open - off season?). Totally worth it! read more
If you like long scenic hikes in a gorge-like setting, I recommend this one. If you go on your own, entry fee is 10€, but I didn't want to figure out the logistics of transportation and parking which is an hour away. Apparently, you can take a train from Málaga and then a shuttle bus. Instead I booked a tour through Viator, which provides a bus ride to and from, a multilingual guide who will explain the history of the pathway and what to expect on the path while we were on the bus, and a bottle of water for 56€. Speaking of the bus, if you're motion sickness susceptible, the last couple miles are windy going up the hill so plan accordingly. Upon arrival, the tour group begins at the toilets as there is none on the trail, but there are only three toilets for EVERYONE so expect to wait for at least 30 minutes for everyone in your tour to finish. While you're allowed to go at your own pace, it's initially difficult because there are tons of tour groups and school groups that move at their own pace making it difficult to pass. Moreover, people in tour groups will stop in the middle of the path and take a photo forcing everyone behind them to stop, rather than stepping aside to take a photo. As the tour guide mentioned several times, have patience. At the end of the walk, there are kiosks of food, drinks, and souvenirs at reasonable prices. As a fast walker, the trail took me way less than 2 hours to complete. However, there is more walking than meets the eye if you take into consideration walking to and from the bus pick-up and drop-off from the hotel. Here's one more thing to consider: at the pick-up and drop-off points, there are many tour groups that meet at the same exact spot. For me it was helpful for my tour guide to let me know what color the bus was and any markings. In my case, it was a black bus that had PAREJA written on it. read more
8 years ago
10 years ago
Scary and beautiful! I have a fear of heights and what better way to try and conquer my fears by hiking at what was once considered to be Spain's most dangerous hike! Booking is fairly easy on their official website. We wanted to book general admission but the only tickets available was the one with the guide. This actually worked out better for us. Our guide was awesome and knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. Hardhats are to be worn all the time and there are staff posted at various spots that will tell you not to use a selfie stick. Plan to arrive at least an hour before your scheduled slot. We parked on the El chorro side and this worked out easier for us since the trail stops at this end. There are busses that can transport you in either direction, no matter where you opt to park. When booking your ticket, get the bus fare added on to save you trouble Of paying the day off. And trust me, you want to ride the bus. If you park on the El Chorro side, it is about a 15 min bus ride to the El Kiosko area, where you can find the trail that leads to the ticket office and beginning of the trail. Once you are at the Kiosko area, walk up a little bit and look for the 1.7km sign and it leads to a small tunnel. Take that entrance as it is a shorter walk to the beginning of the trail (there is bigger tunnel next To the kiosko restaurant, but it is longer). It is about a 20-25 min walk to the start, depending on how fast you are walking. With the guide, it took us about 3 hours from start until we reached our car. We did it at a very slow pace for the most part just to embrace all the beauty that surrounded us. Lots of photo/video opportunities. You can probably finish it under two hours but why rush it. Enjoy it all! You can do the trail without the guide but we enjoyed learning the history. Along the way, remnants of the old trail are still there and you can see why it was considered dangerous! I recommend doing the earliest tour available. It won't be as crowded and you will be able to find parking easier. Most of the parking lots are free and you can also Park along the road. I heard There is also a paid parking lot (maybe 1 or 2 euro) on the north side but i did not see it. Don't forget water and suncreen! Affordable - less than €20 with a guide, even less without! Definitely a must do if you are in the area! read more
10 years ago
Seriously the coolest hike i've ever done! I was blown away by the views and the fact they've made a platforms on the side of the mountain. I write this in english so the tourists can see it. YOU MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE! Go to the website and make your booking. You can't just come here. It took me ages to get a booking. So if you know your coming to Malaga, book a spot. You won't regret it. So basically, we took the train from Malaga to El Chorro. And spain being spain, there was a lack of signs. So we followed the only sign with an arrow "caminito del rey". So we followed. Then we ended up at the end of the trail. we didn't even get on it. So we went back and asked. You have to take a bus to the start of the trail. So we went. The trail is lovely! Some parts a bit scary. Like the bridge. It wasn't easy for me to walk on that. I'm not afraid of heights, but terrified of dying from a fall. So when you walk out on a ledge and can see the bottom. Eeks! But I did it. It's an extremely gorgous hike! read more
So much fun! This is a hike that we have wanted to do for many years. It was once touted as the most dangerous hike in the world. But it's much tamer now that they have built a new walkway through the canyon and it has become a huge tourist attraction. We still loved it! Great way to spend the day if you are in the Malaga area. Make sure to buy tickets in advance online, as it sells out quickly at certain points if the year! read more
8 years ago
Scary, invigorating, spectacular, Amazing. Im running ot of adjectives. It was amazing. Worth the drive. It was really cool. I can't even begining to explain what an experience it's been. read more
3 years ago
This is a serious must do if you are in the Malaga area, the views are amazing! From Alhaurin de la Torre it is about an hours drive so access to a car is a must. Parking is €1 all day so no biggy. For the trek, hard hats are compulsory, as is a rather fetching blue hair net (sorry girls, prepare for hat hair at the end!). All in, the trek is about 7.5km, part pathway part hanging walkway. There are so many amazing photo opportunities along the route so make sure your phone/camera are well charged and bring plenty water and suncream. I'd highly recommend booking the morning walks, ours set off at 10.30am and took us roughly an hour and a half so thankfully it wasn't too hot at that time of day. For €10 you get to wander along at your own pace, there are guided tours available presumably at an additional cost, and you can grab a bus from the end of the walk back to the restaurants for €1.50 (paid when booking the tour). Money well spent in my view! read more
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