Vía Ferrata of the Caminito del Rey
Experience the Caminito del Rey in a RA-DI-CAL way.
- El Chorro
- Medium
- Via Ferrata
- 6 hours
- 5 km
Vía Ferrata in Málaga
There are via ferratas and via ferratas, that’s for sure. But few things can match the feeling of trekking the peaks and valleys of Caminito del Rey, and the breathtaking view you have when you reach the top…
We do have to admit, however: although it is called via ferrata del Caminito del Rey, it does not exactly run through it, but you will be able to experience it in the same way.
Shall we tell you about it?
Via Ferrata del Caminito del Rey in four points
- Enjoy the high altitude views of the vias ferratas in one of the most emblematic natural areas of the country.
- Feel the true verticality, climb to the top of a mountain and admire some amazing vistas as a reward.
- Experience the Caminito del Rey in a unique way - via a vertical crossing through the gorge and behold it at the end from a beautiful perspective.
- Be part of a small, intimate group and enjoy it with a guide experienced in risk management, so you don't have to worry about anything at all..
This is what the Caminito del Rey via ferrata looks like:
This is what the experience includes
- Total duration: about 6 hours (transport+via ferrata).
- 2h30m via ferrata with a 35m long zip line, a monkey bridge, a Tibetan bridge and an ascent to the top of the mountain.
- Final hike to help you become familiar with the fauna and flora of the area, as well as the cave-houses of the climbers.
- Licensed technical equipment: helmet, harness, gloves and dissipators.
- Seasoned official guide, expert in risk management.
- Languages: Spanish, English, French and Portuguese.
- High quality photos and videos shot with a GoPro.
- Eco-picnic at the end of the experience.
- Very small group (around 7 people).
- Transportation from the meeting point.
Book now your adventure
Choose if you’re coming solo or with a group, pick a date, fill the form with your details and finish your booking.
If our schedules do not suit your needs, do not hesitate to contact us to check availability
Qué, ¿hay ganas o no?
Y es que esta experiencia de barranquismo en Río Verde, en pleno Parque Natural de la Sierra de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama (cerquita de la frontera entre Málaga y Granada), además de ser una de las más buscadas, es la que más disfrutamos nosotros.
Y no es para menos; todo lo que hemos puesto en esa lista de ahí arriba es verdad. Mira->
Material de calidad
Y homologado. Te damos todo lo necesario para que vivas esta experiencia a tope y de forma segura.
Un guía...
que es más que eso
Queremos que entiendas la zona como lo hacemos nosotros. ¿Guía o amigo? Al final ya veremos 😉
Fotos y vídeos muy cañeros
Fotos y vídeos muy cañeros Desde el primer momento te grabamos vídeos y echamos fotos que puedas llevarte como recuerdo. Con una GoPro.
Ecopicnic final
Cuando acabemos, cervecita y productos de proximidad para recuperar energías… Con el subidón de haber superado el reto.
This via ferrata through the gorge of the Caminito del Rey has it all, doesn’t it? Alright, we’ll tell you about it step by step -if you dare to try it:
This is the Caminito del Rey via ferrata
We’ll pick you up at a meeting point of your choice (Málaga, Nerja or El Chorro) where we’ll introduce ourselves and set off to the Gaitanes Gorge, where our adventure begins.
Before we start hiking, we’ll do some icebreakers – we’ll talk about safety, what we’re going to encounter, and, most importantly, how to get the most out of a via ferrata that has so much to offer and if you don’t believe us, take a look for yourself:
One of the features of this via ferrata is that you are going to experience the authentic sensation of verticality by having to climb up steel steps along walls. We will gradually gain height until we reach the super zip line: you will slide for no less than 35 meters towards the other side of the mountain. It’s just way too much fun!
Once on the other side, with our adrenaline still pumping, we continue climbing and cross two bridges: a Tibetan bridge and a monkey bridge, upon which you will find yourself walking above the void with only emptiness below. But don’t worry, this via ferrata is 100% safe and we are expert guides when it comes to risk management.
When we reach the summit, we will be delighted with jaw dropping vistas, mainly during the Caminito del Rey section that you will get to know in a unique, fun and exciting way. The Las Encantadas reservoir and the beautiful scenery that surrounds you will be the perfect match. You will end up using all of your cell phone’s battery taking a ton of pictures to remember.
On the way back we will hike for about 40 minutes and we will thoroughly learn about the flora and fauna of the area, as well as the cave-houses of the climbers who live there. When we get back to the van we will enjoy a fantastic picnic with locally produced snacks and we will take you back to the meeting point and that afternoon. That same day (or the next day at the latest) we will send you all the photos and videos that we took with our GoPro; it’s essential to have an experience like this well documented.
Here's what other adventurers are saying about the Caminito del Rey via ferrata:
See what some of our previous friends have said about this experience:
What we need from you for this via ferrata
It's pretty simple, but important:
This via ferrata experience has an intermediate difficulty.
You shoud be in good physical shape and have some previous experience doing via ferratas
You should bring comfortable clothes
and sport or mountain shoes.
If you rather bring your own food and drinks for the final ecopicnic
we will keep everything safe in the van.
Wallet, cell phone, keys... we will keep everything you need safely in the van
so you don't have to worry about losing it along the via ferrata.
Do you wear glasses? Bring your contact lenses
and if you can't/don’t have them, make sure you bring something to keep your glasses secured at all times so you don't lose them.
You must be at the meeting point of your choice at the indicated time:
Below are some additional details also included in the experience, but they weren't exciting enough to list above
Environmental permit from the Junta de Andalucía.
You need to have a special permit to enter this area of the Via Ferrata Caminito del Rey. Not just anyone can enter... Well, we do have one 😉
Liability and accident insurance
Required by law; not that we doubt your ability to climb the mountain. We provide this for you.
Why book this experience with us?
Best price guaranteed
You won't find it cheaper anywhere else. It's our experience, remember 😉
Flexible cancellation
Get a refund if something happens (hopefully not!) and you end up being unable to come.
Directly managed by us
For anything related to your reservation. Say goodbye to the middleman.
Is this experience for you?
Sure thing! All kinds of adventurers are welcome:
Groups of friends
Families
Couples
Solo Adventurers
But this is what sets the tone:
This is for you if...
- You like the exhilarating feeling of being in the middle of nature.
- You are in good physical condition.
- You have done a via ferrata before.
- You are looking for a unique way to get to know and enjoy the destination you are traveling to.
And it is not if...
- You suffer from vertigo.
- You don't like ecotourism or nature.
- You don't enjoy small groups.
- You don't take care of the places you visit.
So, what are the next steps if you're interested?
It is a very simple process:
You click on the button and complete your reservation
(dates, personal data and the 50€/person payment.
We will confirm immediately with an email
and send you the information about what you have to bring, the schedule, meeting point, etc.
We pick you up at the meeting point
and jump into the van and drive to the starting point of the route.
We enjoy the experience together
like we were little kids again.
We return you to the meeting point.
We send you a link with the photos and videos we take.
Trust us, you will want to remember this adventure.
Who is behind all of this?
We like to travel and get to know other cultures, landscapes and people. And since we have to work to be able to do that when we take vacations, why not make it our job as Andalusian nature guides?
Lo que dicen de la experiencia
Frequently Asked Questions (yes, there are some)
No, but you do have to be well prepared physically. You have to be fit.
Yes, it is preferable. It is a medium level via ferrata and it is advisable that, in addition to being in good shape, you have had previous experiences with via ferratas before.
They are unavoidable on this route, so we don’t advise that you go if you suffer from extreme vertigo. However, we are experts in risk management, so we will help you along every step of the way to ensure you have no problems.
Comfortable clothes to do the via ferrata, suitable footwear. Although we provide food and drink for the eco-picnic, you are welcome to bring any other snacks or beverages you need. We especially recommend you bring something extra to drink – the water we provide is a half liter plastic water bottle. In short: if you can bring your own drink, all the better (and if it’s in a sustainable container, that would be peeeeerfect).
No, you will have to arrive at the meeting point of your choice at the indicated time. There are three possibilities: the one in Málaga, at the bus station, at 09:40h; at the bus station in Nerja at 09:00h or at the gas station in El Chorro at 10:15h.
We only organize this experience on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Yes, about 7 people more or less. We prefer small groups to get to really know our adventurers, and that is impossible when there are too many people. There is also the option to make the experience totally private; you just have to ask us.
If you let us know 5 days in advance or more, yes: the full amount. And if it is due to a medical reason, if you give us proof of cancellation, we will refund the money even if you don’t let us know 5 days in advance.
Of course. We will make you a voucher, so you can surprise whoever you want
That’s about it! The Caminito del Rey awaits you with an unforgettable via ferrata – are you going to miss it!?
Lo que dicen de la vía ferrata del Caminito del Rey
