A Week at the Coast

7 Nights - 5 Walking Days

£899.00

Delightful Coastal Walks

Take a more extended look at the villages, towns, and mountains of the Axarquia region of Malaga.

Using the coastal town of Nerja as our base, we will embark on a journey of discovery, exploring the diverse villages, towns, and mountains of the Malaga region of La Axarquía. From the tranquil beauty of the Sierra de Almijara Natural Park to the rich cultural heritage of the Moorish hilltop village of Comares, this journey promises to be as diverse as it is captivating.

How difficult?

If you are a regular walker, there should be nothing challenging on any of these walks. The walks are rated moderate, with sections that may be steep and include some rough terrain underfoot.

When we set out each day, our walks are between 12 and 16 kilometres, with approximately 550 to 650 metres of ascent.

When to come

This holiday is available from January to May and then from September to December. The weather is generally consistent in those months, but the temperature can be in the high 20s in May and September.

Are you unsure when to come, or do you have preferred dates? Please look at our available dates; we have a wide range throughout the year.

Please note that our holidays run from Thursday to Thursday, offering you greater flexibility in scheduling.

Our photo album has great pictures from this walking week.

Nearest Airport

Malaga (AGP) 40 min transfer time

Arrival

Saturday

Departure

Saturday

Hotel

Marissal

Included

Accommodation
Guide
Transport
Breakfast
Packed Lunch (pre-order each day)
Free airport transfer

Not Included

Flights
Airport Taxi (if not able to use our free service)
Evening Meal

Reserve Your Holiday

Thursday - Arrival

We offer free collection from Malaga airport and run two journeys on the arrival day. We try to operate these with your flight times and generally have a mid-morning and mid-afternoon collection.

If you cannot join us on one of our collections, then there are taxis that operate from Malaga Airport to Nerja.

If possible then we do like to meet up for a tapas and drinks in the afternoon so that everyone can get to know each other, and we can run through the itinerary for the week.

Friday - Cruz de Pinto

This circular walk is in the beautiful Sierra de Almijara Natural Park, just a short distance from the coast.

Starting from Frigiliana, this walk is on the periphery of the Almijara mountains and follows a spur to the Cross of Pinto monument. We have impressive coast views from here and into the natural park.

Highlights of the walk include.

Frigiliana Town

Walk along the Rio Higueron

Ascent through the pine forest

Expansive views towards the coast and Natural Park

A short section through the natural gorge in the Rio Higueron

Tapas/refreshments in Frigiliana

Travel time: 15 mins each way

Distance: 12 kilometres

Ascent: 550 meters

Walk Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Saturday - Moorish Hillfort

A circular walk to the Moorish hilltop town of Comares.

This peaceful and tranquil walk leads us from the riverbed in the valley below and then climbs up through the olive groves and into the historic town of Comares.

Highlights of the walk include.

Tour of the town

Roman footpath

Moorish arches

Balcon de Axarquia

Moorish watchtower

Cemetary and Aljibe

Olive groves

Expansive views towards the coast

Tapas/refreshments in Comares

Travel time: 50 mins each way

Distance: 14 kilometres

Ascent: 650 meters

Walk Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Sunday - Watchtowers

A linear walk in the coastal natural park of Maro/Cerro Gordo.

This scenic coastal pathway connects the various watchtowers within the natural park, passing by the small beaches along the way and concluding at the popular La Herradura resort.

Highlights of the walk include.

El Cañuelo and Cantarrijan Beaches

The pretty path between secluded coves

The Caleta and Cerro Gordo Watchtowers

A chance to swim in the sea

Walk above the Cerro Gordo cliffs

Incredible coastal views

Refreshments at La Herradura

Travel time: 20 mins each way

Distance: 11 kilometres

Ascent: 480 meters

Walk Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Monday - Rest Day

You can use this day to spend time in the old town of Nerja or other local attractions, including -

A kayak tour from Burriana Beach.

The Nerja Caves.

The bus station is a short distance from the hotel, and catching a bus to Malaga City is possible, allowing you to spend the day in the old town to enjoy the history and shopping!

Tuesday - Fabrica de la Luz

A rewarding circular walk high in the Sierra de Almijara Natural Park.

Starting in the mountain town of Competa, this walk takes us high up and into the Sierra de Almijara, with spectacular coast views and a visit to the Fabrica de la Luz natural area.

Highlights of the walk include.

Competa Town

Sierra de Almijara Natural Park

Expansive views towards the coast

Fabrica de Luz Natural Area

Canillas de Abaida Town

Tapas/refreshments in Competa

Travel time: 40 mins each way

Distance: 16 kilometres

Ascent: 650 meters

Walk Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Wednesday - Source of the Rio Chillar

This circular walk takes us back to the Sierra de Almijara National Park, with an exciting trek to the Rio Chillar.

Ascending on the forestry track from the village of Maro, we gently gain height through the pine forest and, arriving at the Apretadero Col, make a steep descent to the Rio Chillar. We return along the path adjacent to the aqueduct in one of the most beautiful valley settings.

Highlights of the walk include.

Forestry track through the pine forest

Rio Chillar

Exciting walk along the aqueduct

Descent along the forested ridge to Maro

Expansive views towards the coast and into the Natural Park

Travel time: 10 mins each way

Distance: 17 kilometres

Ascent: 970 meters

Walk Duration: 7 to 8 hours

Thursday - Onward Travel

We offer a free return to Malaga airport and run two journeys on your departure day. We try to operate these with your flight times and generally have a mid-morning and mid-afternoon return.

If you cannot join us on one of our return journeys, we can arrange for a taxi to collect you from the hotel and take you to Malaga Airport.