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Caminito del Rey Small Group Tour from Malaga with Picnic

Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Malaga, Spain
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10+ bookings last month.
  • 6 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Eric_T ·
Oct 2025
Interesting facts during the tour, good local food and incredible views! Nice drive from Malaga. Would recommend anytime!
· Stephen_P ·
Sep 2025
Wonderful excursion providing a perfect blend of a refreshing hike with spectacular vistas. The hike was invigorating, but not strenuous. It was also thrilling, but never threatening. Alfonso was a very entertaining and knowledgeable guide. The smaller group enhanced the overall enjoyment of the excursion.

Overview

El Caminito del Rey is one of Spain’s most dramatic hikes—but navigating the route and crowds can take away from the experience. This small-group tour offers a more relaxed way to explore the famous walkway through El Caminito del Rey, with a geology-focused guide who explains the cliffs and gorges along the path. Walk the narrow boardwalks and footbridges of Desfiladero de los Gaitanes, then enjoy a picnic lunch of regional specialties.
  • Explore locations not accessible by car or coach
  • There's no need to worry about navigation with a preplanned route
  • Taste some local treats with a picnic provided by your guide
  • Enjoy the intimate feel of a small-group hike

What's Included

  • MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS guide, expert in geology and geography.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tickets of Caminito del Rey
  • Picnic with local products
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Walking sticks are not allowed
  • Flip flops are not allowed

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • C. Cerezuela, 3, Distrito Centro, 29007 Málaga, Spain

    MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS departing point: calle cerezuela n3. It is in the city center, beside the parking Indigo Mena. It is a 2 minutes walk from the last train station "Alameda" (for those coming from Torremolinos, Benalmadena or Fuengirola).

End point

  • C. Cerezuela, 3, Distrito Centro, 29007 Málaga, Spain

    MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

Itinerary

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Caminito del Rey

3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not recommended if you are afraid of heights
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Antonio_R
Our guide Alfonso was fantastic. He was very organised and very informative and looked after us well. I would recommend this tour to all of my family and friends

Reviews

4.9
based on 197 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Enjoyed walking the...

Lillian_M, Apr 2026
Enjoyed walking the Camino and our guide did a terrific job providing history and geology of the hike.

Make sure you wear...

Maxine_E, Mar 2026
Make sure you wear layers, we had fantastic weather but a few days beforehand it had been cold and windy so you need to be prepared. Sturdy shoes and a good head for heights. The walk around the canyons is amazing and the scenery is breathtaking. I've never experienced anything like this before, an absolute must for anyone visiting Malaga, you won't regret it. Our guide, Alfonso, was exceptional, he kept the pace of walking just right and gave us lots of information about the history of the trail, the geology of the canyon formation, and the birds and wildlife that inhabit it. A truly fantastic experience.

Our guide was prompt,...

Janet_D, Feb 2026
Our guide was prompt, professional, and well-informed about the canyon and its history. He set a pace that everyone could maintain. The walk is mostly level, with stairs in some spots. There are railings and/or steel cables to hang on to if you’re scared like I was, or need some support on stairs or wet surfaces (it was raining). The canyon really is amazing and well worth a visit. There are a variety of surfaces, so wear sturdy shoes.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you for the review. Best regards from MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS

Some stairs up and down...

Blake_t, Nov 2025
Some stairs up and down but generally fairly easy. Heights spook me so didn’t look down too much. Had my big boy pants on and did fine.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

thanks for the review and for booking on MALAGAACTIVATOURS.COM

Interesting facts during...

Eric_T, Oct 2025
Interesting facts during the tour, good local food and incredible views! Nice drive from Malaga. Would recommend anytime!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thanks for booking with MALAGAACTIVATOURS

Excellent Excursion and great guide

Daniel_R, Oct 2025
Alfonso was great. The trip in a private van with only 8 people was quick and comfortable. During the whole excursion, Alfonso was known by all the workers at CAMINITO and very knowleadeable and experienced. We enjoyed quick access, a great picnic at the end and a fast return. Caminito del Rey is wonderful, and I highly recommended it, but please be aware that if you suffer from vertigo, are afraid of heights, and can't walk about 7 km, this excursion might not be for you.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you very much from MALAGAACTIVATOURS

I would give 6 stars if...

Susan_O, Oct 2025
I would give 6 stars if possible. Alfonso led us through the canyon and explained a lot about the canyon. He was kind and patient. Moved at a thoughtful pace. Communication about tour, pickups, drop offs was consistent and timely.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you very much for the review and for booking with us on MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS

Aussies in Spain

Antonio_R, Sep 2025
Our guide Alfonso was fantastic. He was very organised and very informative and looked after us well. I would recommend this tour to all of my family and friends

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you guys for the nice review. MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS

A terrific value!

Stephen_P, Sep 2025
Wonderful excursion providing a perfect blend of a refreshing hike with spectacular vistas. The hike was invigorating, but not strenuous. It was also thrilling, but never threatening. Alfonso was a very entertaining and knowledgeable guide. The smaller group enhanced the overall enjoyment of the excursion.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

thank you Stephen for the review. We are very glad you enjoyed with us. MALAGAACTIVATOURS.COM

Stunning Views

Lety_C, Jul 2025
Our guide was filled with information on the history of Caminito Del Rey. He lead us on a safe and picturesque path. Great adventure to do while in Malaga.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thanks for for coming with us. MALAGAACTIVATOURS.COM

Walking the Caminito.

David_T, May 2025
The Caminito is a fantastic experience and our guide Alfonso was great. He was informative and kept things light with some humour.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thanks for the comment. See you next time. MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS.

Alfonso was a very nice...

Catriona_S, Apr 2025
Alfonso was a very nice guy and very knowledgable about the history, wildlife, geology of this area. The walk itself was stunning and definitely not to be missed! It was great to be in a small group of 8.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thank you very much and thanks for coming with malagaactivatours.com

Fantastic day out

James_K, Apr 2025
Well organised, personal input, guide knowledge excellent. It was a brilliant experience- breathtaking!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

thank you for the review and for booking with MALAGAACTIVATOURS.COM

Malaga love

Sharon_P, Feb 2025
The whole trip was an awesome experience. Alfonso was a great guide and very funny. He just made the whole experience that much more fun.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thanks for the nice review. MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS

It was an absolutely...

YUAN_Y, Jan 2025
It was an absolutely enjoyable walk with the nice and knowledge guide Alfonso, although the weather was a bit disappointing.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

thanks for coming with us. MALAGAACTIVATOURS

Great guide and stunning walk

fzzmynzs6j, Jan 2025
It was great to go in a small group and with an experienced, calm and competent guide like Alfonso. It was a bit windy and rainy for some of the walk, but I never felt like I was in any danger at any point of the walk. It’s a fairly easy and very gorgeous 3-hour adventure that I highly recommend.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

thank you very much! MALAGAACTIVATOURS team.

Must-do experience!

Gordon_G, Jan 2025
If you go to Malaga you MUST do this trip. The Caminto Del Rey is completely breathtaking - even more so than in the photos on the web. It looks super-scary but in fact the walkway is really solid and safe and it's pretty easy going. Our guide Alfonso was superb, and added a huge amount of insight to the walk. All in all a great, very well organised day.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you guys for the recommendation. Glad you enjoyed our tour. MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS team.

Fantastic experience

Paul_S, Dec 2024
Fantastic experience - my best in Spain. The views from the cliff side path were by far the best. Guide was great and explained history, rock formation and wildlife along the way. The picnic lunch was a nice touch at the end of the walk.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you very much for the review from the MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS team.

A fantastic and well run...

Horst_F, Dec 2024
A fantastic and well run tour by Alfonso, taking care of us all the way. Gave us interesting facts as we went along.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thanks a lot and for booking with malagaactivatours.com

Unforgettable hike with a great guide.

Julie_S, Dec 2024
Alfonso was a great guide with amazing knowledge of the area, and the hike through Caminito del Rey is unforgettable. Thrilling because of the views and heights but feels completely safe.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you very much for the review and for coming with MALAGAACTIVATOURS.COM

Amazing views!

Tina_S, Nov 2024
It was a very unique experience, not to be missed! Our guide was very knowledgeable and nice, and it was actually very safe.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

thanks a lot from malaactivatours.com

A unique experience!

Christine_L, Oct 2024
What a wonderful time! Alfonso was a great guide. He was personable, very informative and made the time enjoyable. The Caminito del Rey is a unique experience. The walk is about 7.5 km, but it's not strenuous. At the end of the walk, Alfonso gathered us up and provided a tasty lunch. I would highly recommend this tour with Alfonso.

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Thank you for the comment and for booking with MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS

The Caminito was an...

Julie_H, Sep 2024
The Caminito was an amazing experience. Our tour guide Alfonso was fun, efficient and informative. Breathtaking scenery, and a delightful group of fellow walkers. I highly recommend this.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Thank you very much for booking on MALAGAACTIVATOURS.COM

beautiful hike

German_A, Sep 2024
it was what I expected...a beautiful hike..... not tooo long.... our guide very knowledgeable....... would recommend

Response from Host, Sep 2024

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Spectacular views

Raymond_B, Sep 2024
A relatively easy hike/walk with spectacular views of the canyon and gorge. Our guide, Alfonso, was great - very informative with a good amount of humor in his storytelling.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Thank you very much for booking with MALAGAACTIVATOURS.COM

Amazing scenery

Tyler_G, Sep 2024
The walk was done at a great pace with lots of info along the way. I had a great time. Highly recommend this tour.

Would highly recommend!

Kelly_C, Jun 2024
Great day with Alfonso. Great and knowledgeable guide. We are 4 travelers from the US. Pick up, tour, picnic and trip home all perfect and as expected.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Glad you enjoyed the excursion with MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS. Alfonso

MUST DO!

Ilani_S, Jun 2024
Our excursion to Caminito del Rey was amazing! Our tour guide was fantastic and very personable. I loved that our tour was for small groups. There were many tours throughout the caminito del Rey that had SOO many people in the group. I could not imagine having as good of a time as I did if I were in such a large group like that. I would recommend this to anyone coming to Malaga!!!

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you very much for the feed back and for being with malagaactivatours.

Perfect trip

AILEEN_H, May 2024
Alfonso is kind, knowledgeable and professional. He explained every details in Caminito area and all of us were satisfied. The best thing is that this is a small group of 8 people. You got all the attention and support. Will recommend for everyone who wants to visit Caminito.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

thank you very much Aileen for this review. Hope to see you again other year in Malaga. Best regards from MALAGA ACTIVA TOURS.

What views!!

Joanne_B, Apr 2024
An amazing day! Our guide was wonderful and very informative. We walked more than 7km but it was a nice pace and didn’t feel strenuous. Not for people with the fear of heights. Otherwise I would highly recommend this tour! We had a great group of people and thoroughly enjoyed our day!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for the review Joanne. Best regards from malagaactivatours.com
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