Spend a day walking the Cami de la Ronda to medieval Tossa de Mar, swim in crystalline coves and enjoy a Catalan set‑menu. This guided small‑group trip pairs coastal hiking with snorkeling and local culture for an efficient Costa Brava experience.
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A salt wind carries the taste of the Mediterranean as you step off the minivan in Tossa de Mar—a compact medieval town stacked above a crescent bay of pebble beaches and sheer cliffs. The stone of the old castell looks sun-baked and blunt, while the Cami de la Ronda threads narrow ledges and shaded coves, daring you to keep pace with the coastline.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
9–10 hours
Fitness Level
Good general fitness; ability to manage repeated short elevation changes and 1–3 km of uneven coastal walking at a steady pace.
Wildlife
History
Tossa de Mar’s fortified old town (Vila Vella) dates to the Middle Ages and was rebuilt in the 12th–15th centuries to defend fishing and trade along this coast.
Conservation
Posidonia seagrass meadows are vital habitats; avoid standing on them while snorkeling and dispose of all waste to protect coastal ecosystems.
Reserve your spot on the Explore Costa Brava & Tossa de Mar Coastal Trails, Snorkel & Meal today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear sturdy, grippy shoes
Trail sections include uneven cobbles and short rocky scrambles—trail runners or light hikers with good grip are best.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
You’ll spend time snorkeling and on exposed trail sections—use reef‑safe sunscreen to protect both skin and sea life.
Pack a lightweight dry bag
Keep electronics and a spare set of clothes dry during the swim and on ocean‑spray sections.
Start early in high season
Summer beaches and trailheads fill fast—an early departure avoids crowds and hotter mid-day temperatures.
Trail shoes or sturdy water shoes
Provide grip on cobbles and protect feet during rocky beach entries.
Reef‑safe sunscreen and hat
Protects skin on exposed headlands and while snorkeling.
summer
Lightweight dry bag
Keeps phone, wallet and a change of clothes dry during swims and spray.
Light neoprene top or shorty wetsuit
Useful in spring or cooler months for comfortable snorkeling in chillier water.
spring