Conde de Guadalhorce Dam: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Málaga: Day Trip to Caminito del Rey

1. From Málaga: Day Trip to Caminito del Rey

Explore Caminito del Rey which was once the most dangerous path in the world, on a guided day trip from Málaga. Expereince the beauty of the Gaitanes Gorge on this path that was rebuilt in 2015 into a very safe and accessible walkway. Start your adventure at an easy-to-access meeting point in the Málaga city center, where your guides will welcome you and answer your every question. Board a spacious and airconditioned coach and take in views of the countryside on the transfer to the Caminito del Rey trailhead.  Arrive at Caminito del Rey and begin your thrilling cliffside walk through natural canyons. Learn the history, evolution, and listen to some anecdotes about this unique path. Return to your meeting point in Málaga by coach after an incredible day hiking, with many unforgettable photos and memories. 

From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Full-Day Tour

2. From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Full-Day Tour

Have an adventure along the El Caminito del Rey and walk 100 meters above the Guadalhorce River. Discover the Conde de Guadalhorce Dam, Desfiladero de los Gaitanes Canyon, and Guadalhorce River's history and importance to El Caminito del Rey. Meet your guide and board your bus for a ride towards Conde de Guadalhorce Dam. Begin your walking tour and learn how the dam is Málaga's main water reserve. Hear about the history of the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes and how the canyon was carved by the Guadalhorce River from your guide. Prepare to test your nerves on a high-up adventure along El Caminito del Rey. Follow the path which is about 3 kilometers long and less than 1 meter wide, hanging 100 meters above the Guadalhorce River. See the construction of a water channel from the reservoirs in the north to El Chorro and how the pathway was built for maintaining the channel. The path is known as El Caminito del Rey (the little pathway of the king) because it was inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII.

Malaga: Caminito del Rey Path Day Trip with Guide

3. Malaga: Caminito del Rey Path Day Trip with Guide

Choose your closest departure from Costa del Sol and board in an air-conditioned coach. Sit back and relax on the journey to Caminito del Rey. Join your guide and take in views of Sierra de Alcaparaín as well as orange tree plantations and Andalusian white villages on your drive. Make a 1-hour stop in the picturesque town of Ardales before starting on the Caminito del Rey hiking trail. Learn about the history and significance of the pathway on your way. Discover the importance of the main water reserve in this province of Spain, the Conde de Guadalhorce Dam. Admire views of the Guadalhorce River and walk through the path over the gorge on the same waterway.

Caminito del Rey: Trekking Tour with Hiking Guide

4. Caminito del Rey: Trekking Tour with Hiking Guide

Join a hike along the Caminito del Rey, a one-direction walkway that starts in Ardales and ends at Álora. Follow your guide as they tell you the history of the walkway and Desfiladero de Los Gaitanes Canyon. Walk across the famous footbridge and admire breathtaking landscapes. This walking tour begins at Conde de Guadalhorce Dam, a water reserve in Malaga. As you hike, learn about the history of the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes Canyon, carved by the Guadalhorce River, from your guide. See how the construction of a water channel from the reservoirs in the north to El Chorro included building a pathway for maintaining the channel. The path is known as El Caminito del Rey (King's Little Pathway), inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII. Encounter a footbridge over 3 kilometers long, built on the walls of the Gaitanes Gorge (Desfiladero de los Gaitanes). Experience beautiful natural spots in the province. During some stretches, the route reaches heights of up to 101 meters. Although the best-known stretch of the route is the footbridge, the total journey of the Caminito del Rey is 7.7 kilometers (4.8 miles).

Ardales: Caminito del Rey Private Walking Tour

5. Ardales: Caminito del Rey Private Walking Tour

Caminito del Rey presents a stunning trekking adventure that is sure to get your adrenaline pumping and immerse you into some of Spain’s most magical scenery. Set off on a private hiking trip that follows a wooden walkway pinned to the walls of this magnificent gorge, with a licensed guide leading the way. Start the day at the Kiosko restaurant located in Ardales and get kitted out with your trekking gear while your guide shares fascinating insight into the history of the region. Enter the gorge and slowly make your way along the wooden pathway that's attached to the sheer rock walls. Continue past the Gaitanejos and Gaitanes gorges and by the Hoyo Valley, with plenty of time to stop and take in the views. Next, cross over an impressive hanging bridge. At the end of the trek, hop on a bus for the return trip from Alora to Ardales (start point).

Malaga: Caminito del Rey Guided Walking Tour

6. Malaga: Caminito del Rey Guided Walking Tour

Spark your adrenaline as you cross the Caminito del Rey and take in the views from 100 meters above the Guadalhorce River. With your guide, learn about the construction of the walkway and its surroundings. Your walking tour begins at the Conde de Guadalhorce Dam, which is the main water reserve in the province of Malaga. Learn from your guide about the history of the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes. This canyon, carved by the Guadalhorce River, is at the center of the province. The path is about 3 kilometers long and less than 1 meter wide. It hangs 100 meters above the Guadalhorce River. You will test your nerves on this high-up adventure. The path is known as El Caminito del Rey (the little pathway of the king) because it was inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII. Discover this dizzying historic path on this tour.

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What people are saying about Conde de Guadalhorce Dam

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4.6 / 5

based on 3,431 reviews

This is one of the best activities I have done and so well organised, our guide Rachel was fantastic and the scenery oh wow. The walkway felt secure, though admittedly if you are scared of heights it might be a challenge but so worth it, we started via the South side and there was a slight incline to go up to get to the start.

Very well organized and efficient. Best to go earlier in the morning because busy in the afternoon. Good food stalls at southern trailhead.

This experience was unforgettable. I recommend strongly. I participated in alone. But I felt comfortable because of good regarding.

Well worth it! Transportation and organisation all well done. Guide was very friendly, but a bit difficult to understand.

The hike was incredibly enjoyable and have some beautiful views. Our guide told us some interesting historical story.