4 Nights - 3 Walking Days
£479.00
Torre Caleta on the Watchtowers Walk

 

Breaking up the Winter

The Axarquía region is blessed with over 300 days of sunshine a year, making it one of the best climates in Europe. Add to that the beautiful white villages, pristine beaches and coves in the protected natural park, and the stunning mountains of the Sierra de Almijara Natural Park, and you undoubtedly have the perfect winter walking escape.

Follow the coastal path past historic watchtowers shaded by Aleppo pine trees, moving between coves and beaches. Discover the ancient trading routes of the upper Axarquía Valley, once used by early Roman settlers. Continue beneath the limestone cliffs of a gorge shaped over millions of years.

This weekend, you'll have the chance to enjoy some fantastic walks. With clear blue skies, a gentle breeze, and the warm sun enveloping your body, it will be the perfect way to escape the long northern European winters.

How difficult?

If you enjoy walking regularly, you will find these walks easy to moderate, with some small sections that may be steep or rough.

Our daily walks typically range from 9 to 14 kilometres, with an ascent of approximately 300 to 600 metres.

When to come

This holiday is available only from January to March. 

While the weather is generally stable during these months, there is a chance of a rain shower or a cooler air mass passing through. If necessary, we will adjust the itinerary to ensure you have the best walking experience given the prevailing conditions. 

Are you unsure when to come, or do you have preferred dates? Please get in touch with me, as I may be able to offer alternative dates. I can also reserve your holiday, giving you time to confirm travel arrangements.

Our photo album has great pictures from this walking weekend, and you can read our Blog article to learn more about what you will see on the walks. 

Nearest Airport
Malaga (AGP) 40 min transfer time
Arrival
Thursday
Departure
Monday
Hotel
Included
  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Transport
  • Breakfast
  • Packed Lunch (pre-ordered)
  • Free airport transfer
Not Included
  • Flights
  • Airport Taxi (if not able to use our free service)
  • Evening Meal

 

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 weekend.

A circular walk of the towns and villages of the upper Axarquía valley.

This peaceful, tranquil walk leads us along ancient trading routes, through beautiful villages, and offers incredible views into the Tejeda Natural Park. 

Highlights of the walk include.

The white villages and towns

Roman footpath and bridge

Mudejar architecture

Acequias (irrigation channels)

Subtropical fruit plantations

Expansive views into the Natural Park

Tapas/refreshments in Competa

Travel time: 45 mins each way

Distance: 10 kilometres

Ascent: 380 meters

Walk Duration: 4 to 5 hours

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.

A walk through the old quarter of Frigiliana

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

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

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

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.