Caminito del Rey Guided Tour from Málaga — Walk the 7.7 km Gaitanes Gorge
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people with a moderate fitness level who can walk 7–8 km and manage exposure to heights.
Overview
Step from the streets of Málaga into a 7.7 km walkway clinging to the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes. This guided day tour combines transport, official entry, and a local guide for a dramatic hike that culminates on a 105‑meter suspension bridge.
Caminito del Rey Guided Tour from Málaga — Walk the 7.7 km Gaitanes Gorge
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A thin ribbon of walkway runs along the jaw of the Gaitanes Gorge, sunlight cutting across limestone walls and the Guadalhorce River daring you to look down. On a guided tour from Málaga the day begins with a pickup at Bus Stop nº11, Unicaja Bank, and a steady drive inland as the city gives way to olive groves and the first grey teeth of the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes. By the time the guide fits your helmet and you step onto the wooden boardwalk, the canyon has its own tempo: wind that tests your balance and cliffs that seem to lean in to watch every step.
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Adventure Tips
Secure loose items
Wind funnels through the gorge — strap your hat and secure cameras or they can easily be lost over the edge.
Hydrate early and often
Bring at least 1–1.5 liters of water per person; there are no reliable refill points on the route.
Wear closed-toe, grippy shoes
The walk is on wooden and steel boardwalks with occasional stone paths; good soles improve traction and comfort.
Mind the height
The final suspension bridge sits 105 m above the river — if you have severe vertigo this excursion is not recommended.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Griffon vulture
- Peregrine falcon
History
Built in the early 1900s to service a hydroelectric project, the Caminito fell into disrepair before a major restoration reopened the route in 2015 as a managed attraction.
Conservation
Visitor numbers are managed and strict safety rules keep hikers on the boardwalk to protect fragile cliffside flora and nesting raptors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Closed-toe shoes with good grip protect your feet on wood, steel, and stone surfaces.
1–1.5 L hydration
Carry water to stay hydrated through sun and exertion — there are no reliable refill stations on-route.
summer specific
Light layers and windbreaker
Temperatures can change quickly in the gorge and the wind makes mornings feel cooler.
spring specific
Hat and sunscreen
Direct sun on exposed sections can be strong; protect skin and eyes.
summer specific