Caminito del Rey: Guided Hiking Tour with Ticket and Helmet
Malaga, Spain
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See more of Málaga’s stunning surroundings on a guided walk along Caminito del Rey. Your guide provides your admission ticket and a helmet to use during the 2-hour hike along the cliffside boardwalk that follows the sheer rock walls with spectacular views. You can meet at Restaurante El Kiosko, near the trailhead, or upgrade to start from La Garganta, with 2-way shuttle transfers included.
- Capture epic photos as you hike the vertiginous El Caminito del Rey
- Hear live commentary from your guide
- Includes entrance ticket and use of helmet
- Upgrade to save time with 2-way shuttle bus transfers from La Garganta
What's Included
- VIP Gorge Access: Guaranteed entry to Caminito del Rey with a professional guide
- Safety & Audio: Mandatory safety helmet and radio guide system for live commentary
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Bus ticket to return to the departure point if choosing start from Kiosko Restaurant€1.50 per person
- Transportation from Malaga city, Marbella or from the cruise port€350.00 per booking
- Parking Fees€3.00 per booking
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
Select a meeting point
End point
- Bda. Estación del Chorro, 5D, 29552 El Chorro, Málaga, Spain
It's a linear route. The hiking route finishes at the parking area of Caminito del Rey located in "El Chorro" district in Alora village. For those who booked starting point at Kiosko restaurant, customers must keep walking (10 minutes) for reaching the bus stop (+- 1.5€ per person) to go back.
Itinerary
1
El Kiosko
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Caminito del Rey
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Ardales National Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
4
Caminito del Rey
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Children must be over 8 years old and accompanied by an adult
- Mountain or Sport dress code and closed and sport shoes
- The opening of the walkway depends on good weather conditions. The Caminito del Rey Board can decide to close the walkway due to security reasons. If that happens, we will propose you to do something different in the nearby, come back the following day, total refund if the cancellation is up to one day before the tour date and no refund if Caminito del Rey Board decides to close the walkway on the tour date).
- Near public transportation
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements or there was not time enough to arrange everything on time. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- If there are children over 8 years old, their passport is compulsory to check their age.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Featured review
Ca_M
I had an amazing experience at Caminito del Rey with our guide Diana. The hike was absolutely breathtaking, with stunning views of the cliffs and the river below. Diana was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing interesting facts about the area and making sure we were safe throughout the entire journey. Her enthusiasm and passion for the place really enhanced the experience. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore one of Spain's most famous and scenic trails!
Reviews
4.4
based on 62 reviews
Ca_M, Apr 2025
I had an amazing experience at Caminito del Rey with our guide Diana. The hike was absolutely breathtaking, with stunning views of the cliffs and the river below. Diana was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing interesting facts about the area and making sure we were safe throughout the entire journey. Her enthusiasm and passion for the place really enhanced the experience. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore one of Spain's most famous and scenic trails!
Darryl_G, Jan 2024
The experience itself was wonderful, and the guide (cannot remember his name but he was Argentinian) was very good. I would recommend a visit to the gorge, but don't do it with Viator. Only now that I am home and adding everything up have I discovered that Viator used an extortionate exchange rate to bill me in my home currency. I am awake to that ripoff normally, but Viator either didn't disclose it or did it in an underhand way - either way, through applying an extortionate exchange rate, I was charged about 30% extra on top of what was already an expensive Euro price. Organize yourself and visit this area independently - don't pay the outrageous markups that Viator charges. The company makes those Nigerian scam artists look like a charity.
Rajkumar_Y, Jan 2024
The bridge, seeing some rock climbers and the sounds and views of nature. It was an unforgettable experience!
SarahAntonia_C, Oct 2023
Hi this tour is truly beautiful , but what should have been enjoyable was made too long a trip. You could actually walk the Caminito de Rey in 1 hour 45 minutes but it took us three hours as we had to keep stopping to listen to the guide. I felt that most of the stopping was not to give you really needed information but was to let the other groups ahead keep moving. We started at 2.45 and did not get back to the bus until 6.30 which was not the walking but the keep stopping every 15 minutes. When you finally finish the tour you are left to walk another 1000 metres to the bus stop to take you to the starting point. Minibuses should be provided at the end of the tour. Beautiful scenery but lagged out too long
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Good morning Sarah,
We're sorry to hear that 3 hours were too long for you. However, the approximate duration is shown on the product and in your booking and you accepted it.
In any case, let me tell you that although the Caminito del Rey walkway can be done in 1.45 hours, to that time 30 minutes must be added walking from the Kiosko restaurant until reaching the walkway and 30 minutes at the end until you reach the parking lot or bus stop.
Additionally, more time must be considered if the shuttle bus is taken to return to the starting point.
I think that reading your comment, a private tour would have been better for you. That way you could have sped up the tour if you wished, and no needed to wait for other people.
claire_T, Oct 2023
Fantastic from start to finish. Guide was really knowledgeable. Scenery stunning. The activity did last longer than 2.5 hours was more like 3hrs then it takes time to get back to the start point so bear this in mind when planning your day.
Gerry_H, Aug 2023
Fantastic walk through a gorgeous canyon! Not for the faint of heart and for those who don’t like heights!
Ian_L, Jul 2023
Our guide Luis provided useful information on the history of the walkway and the general area. Unfortunately due to high winds the final, and most memorable part of the walkway was closed the day we visited.
Joseph_D, Jun 2023
Low rating because this was the first time we missed the tour.
We have used VIATOR often with no problems. It seems that most VIATOR tours cater to Cruise ports. The tours usually start from the ship or very nearby.
We felt misled in that although this tour address was Malaga, in fact the tour started from a suburb of Malaga that was a CONSIDERABLE distance from the port. Approximately 15+ miles. We were unable to adjust to the situation.
Beware cruisers. In the future we will only consider tours with pick up at the port. PERIOD.
Mrsjacqueline_C, Jun 2023
It was a great day out all the family enjoyed it.
Pablo our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable and great fun.
Christopher_G, May 2023
Fran did an excellent job making the tour enjoyable and personal. The vistas are amazing and descriptive history of the experience as well as the nature aspects were informative
Henry_E, May 2023
Our guide Pablo was a 5 star as well as the experience. Why a 3… the tour company used be trip advisor/viator. Three days before the event, I received an email to change the meeting place and i responded “ok, no problem “. The day before the event, I get a phone call that they cancelled my paid for tickets because they “missed my email. Huh?? Why did they not call me beforehand rather than after the fact? They had tickets for the afternoon rather than the morning . Had to cxl my afternoon appointments so I could do this one. Not happy with the ineptness. This was a once in a lifetime family trip….
Julio_L, May 2023
We loved the tour. Our guide was very good and spoke the perfect amount in each stop.
The hike is a 5km walk with about 3 stops. He explained each portion of the hike. Very well recommended. Bring some sum screen and water !
Viji_N, Apr 2023
The tour was very well organized with clear instructions. The tour operator got in touch via WhatsApp and answered all questions promptly. The tour guide was very well informed and helpful
Elisa_W, Apr 2023
We loved the tour. The guide knew a lot about the area and history and shared information also about the plant and animal life. The scenery was spectacular.
LittenMarie_J, Mar 2023
Very beautiful hike with super talented guide! Can recommend!
But - hike is only around 2 hours all in all, but to get from the meeting point at Garganta hotel and to the start point at Camanito takes easily 2 hours - so count on using your entire day. Also it’s not easy to find parking space at Garganta (we’ve got a fine 🙄)
Drusilla_H, Nov 2022
The pick up point was in El Chorro which is impossible to get to. The address said Malaga, so assumed it was in Malaga, but the pick up point is an hour north, 8 mins from Caminita del Rey. I tried to contact Vialtor but it’s impossible. Why charge 54 Euros for a visit 8 mins away? This is the same price as if the pick up was actually in Malaga itself.
Cornelia_M, Oct 2022
The walk is spectacular. We were lucky to have very good weather, a little overcast and not too hot. At times it was very windy, but always pleasant. Our guide was superbe - Francisco - extremely engaging, very knowledgeable and passionate about his work and the beautiful countryside in which he grew up. He made our experience special.
Oana_D, Aug 2022
The entire tour was amazing and our guide, Juanma, made the entire experience wonderful. Juanma shared a lot of interesting stories and also made us feel safe and comfortable during the tour, while enjoying it to the fullest.
Jerry_H, Aug 2022
The views were spectacular! Pace of walk just right. Our guide Alex, was informative and also kept us entertained.
Kmetzn_V, May 2022
Janet was a lovely tour guide, shared reall interesting info with us on the way. We all felt safe and cared for. The tour itself is beautiful and thrilling :-)
Renee_v, May 2022
Our guide Ian was very knowledgeable and told us about the history, the f lora and the fauna along the Camino. It was warm for May but with 2 bottles of water and some nuts we survived perfectly. It was well worth the money having a guide to make the walk complete.
Olga_G, Dec 2021
Fantastic walk and a very knowledgeable guide with excellent English. I felt lucky because I went on the tour on Dec 17 - the first day the route opened after 3 weeks of closure and they closed again because of the weather the next day! Very scenic route, interesting history and chilling heights! Would recommend it without a doubt.
Peter_T, Mar 2026
We made the Caminito del Rey today and were absolutely thrilled. Our guide Mercedes was just great – very friendly, competent and with a lot of passion. She explained everything in an understandable way, paid attention to the group and told many interesting stories. Thanks to her, the tour was an unforgettable experience. Clear recommendation!
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Sylvain_L, Jul 2024
Superbe visite à cet impressionnant parc !
Vraiment un lieu à ne pas manquer dans la région de Malaga.
Alberto, notre guide était investi et très attentif et interessant.
Seul point à améliorer : des consignes préalables et claires auraient été appréciées concernant les espaces de stationnement.
Aurlie_H, Sep 2023
Nous avons eu une super visite avec notre merveilleux guide Sergio et ses pigeons noirs !! Merci pour ton humour et ta disponibilité !
Christian_D, Jul 2023
C’est une expérience incroyable et le guide était très motivé
C’est incroyable de constater ce que nos ancêtres ont pü faire
michel_T, May 2023
Le site est très beau mais je n’ai pas eu de guide français au dernier moment
C’est inacceptable vu que j’ai payé un guide que je n’ai pas eu
Response from Host, May 2023
Bonjour Michel,
Les visites de groupe ne sont proposées qu'en anglais ou en espagnol.
Il n'y a pas de visite de groupe en français. Vous avez réservé une visite de groupe en choisissant la langue espagnole.
Si vous vouliez une visite en français, vous auriez pu choisir une visite privée.
Cordialement
Mark_V, Mar 2023
Het slot stuk, de brug.
Dat de 1e delen mov zichtbaar zijn en verhalen van de gids waren goed en interessant
Wim_S, Nov 2022
Het wonderlijke verhaal over het ontstaan en de foute naam omdat die koning te vermoeid was of slecht kon lopen en maar 70 meter van het traject heeft afgelegd!
Maar ook de spectaculaire uitzichten
Christian_V, Oct 2022
Vues splendides , guide hyper compétant ( trois langues)
Un service impeccable et des décors à couper le souffle
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