Vía Ferrata of Zafarraya
An exciting sky-high route with zip lines and bridges for everyone
- Zafarraya
- Beginner, Medium
- Via Ferrata
- 5.5 hours
- 5 km
Vías ferratas in Granada
People, do we love via ferratas! Especially when in Zafarraya… Let us tell you about it – lengthy zip lines and bridges, art in a beautiful natural environment: a route for kids and adults alike. Ideal for novices and veterans alike to the Vias Ferratas.
Are you up for a vertical ride?
Via Ferrata of Zafarraya in four points
- Enjoy a natural high-altitude route full of excitement with 3 zip lines (25, 35 and 10 meters), Tibetan and Monkey bridges.
- Get started in the world of the Vias Ferratas or add one more (but not just any!) with Zafarraya, one of the best in the region.
- Be delighted by the landscapes, the environment, and the contemporary art in rocks and trees, all while listening to the hilarious explanations of your guide.
- Be part of a small group of people with similar tastes and take advantage of an experienced guide with a lot of knowledge and tips to share.
Here’s a sneak peak at what the Via Ferrata looks like (pictures don’t do it justice):
Here's what's included in this experience
- Total duration: 5 hours and 30 minutes (transport+Via Ferrata).
- 3h of via ferrata with zip lines, bridges and non-stop thrills (YAY!).
- Cultural walk through a natural museum, with contemporary art on rocks and trees.
- Licensed technical equipment: helmet, harnesses, gloves and dissipators.
- Seasoned official guide.
- Languages: Spanish, English, French and Portuguese.
- High quality photos and videos shot with a GoPro.
- Eco-picnic at the end of the experience.
- 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.
The Via Ferrata of Zafarraya has it ALL: it’s fun and exciting; has exceptionally long zip-line jumps and a nice dose of art in a breathtaking natural landscape.
And much much more! Take a look:
Here's a breakdown of the via ferrata of Zafarraya experience
The adventure begins in Nerja, where we’ll pick you up at the meeting point (the bus station) at 09:00h. Once in the van and on our way to the Boquete de Zafarraya, we’ll explain the different landscapes that we will encounter and we’ll also explain everything that will take place during this Via Ferrata… which is rather impressive (as is every single landscape we’ll take you to!).
We’ll arrive at the area, where local farms, fauna and flora, and a karstic mountain create a spectacular landscape. We’ll also give you a run down on the equipment and safety, but that’s just where the show begins.
This Via Ferrata has a cultural visit right before the adrenaline starts pumping. And yes, it’s in the middle of nature! A particularly fascinating aspect of this area is that art is combined with the landscape. Wood, stones and earth are the materials used to shape this peculiar artwork, which we will explain in detail from beginning to end.
After the natural museum we’ll talk a bit about the Via Ferrata and give a small demonstration on technique and safety. Then, we’ll put our equipment on and give you some final instructions before letting ourselves be carried away by a vertical traverse that has never failed to bring excitement to those who’ve tried it.
Steel steps mark the route, which features long and entertaining zip-line jumps here and there (actually, there’s three of them: one that’s 25 meters, another that’s 35m and a last one that’s 10m) and both monkey and Tibetan bridges. Do not let their names scare you because ultimately this Via Ferrata offers adrenaline in abundance and is ideal for beginners and veterans alike. Why? Because this section has various alternative routes that are less intimidating in case there’s something you do not feel comfortable doing.
After about 3 hours of Via Ferrata, we’ll jump into the van, take our equipment off and have an eco-picnic with fresh locally produced snacks. The icing on the cake comes when we send you the pictures and videos that we’ll have captured with our GoPro along the entire route (that evening or the next day).
Here’s what previous adventurers say about the Via Ferrata of Zafarraya
If you are a little apprehensive because it’s your first time, here are some testimonials from our previous experiences:
What we need from you for this via ferrata
It is simple, but important:
You have to be minimally fit
because while this is a low-medium difficulty experience, it is advisable that you are able to move with some agility.
You have to bring comfortable clothes
and sport or mountain shoes.
If you rather bring your own food and drinks for the final eco-picnic
we will keep everything safe inside the van.
Wallet, cell phone, keys... we will keep everything you need safe inside 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 to have something to keep your glasses secured at all times so you don't lose them.
You must be at the meeting point at the indicated time:
the bus station in Nerja at 09:00h
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 Rio Verde. Not just anyone can enter... Well, we do have one 😉
Liability and accident insurance
Required by law; not that we doubt your trekking ability. We provide this for you.
Why book this experience from this website?
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 the Vía Ferrata de Zafarraya a good fit 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 for you if...
- You are love thrilling activities in the middle of nature
- You are in acceptable physical condition.
- You are at least 10 years old or above.
- You are looking for an alternative way to get to know and enjoy the destination you are traveling to.
And it is not if...
- You suffer from severe 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’s an easy process:
Click on the link and complete your reservation
(dates, personal data and the 45€/person payment).
We will send a confirmation email immediately
that has the info 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.
Together we'll experience and appreciate
the beautiful places like we were kids again.
We return you to the meeting point.
We send you a link with the photos and videos taken during our time together.
Trust us, you'll want to remember this adventure.
Who's behind all of this?
Fernanda and David; pleased to meet you
We can’t understand life without nature, adventure, respect and good stories. We love having fun while we work! We are travelers and our goal is to share this little piece of geography with the rest of the world.
Here’s what previous adventurers say about the Via Ferrata of Zafarraya
If you are a little apprehensive because it’s your first time, here are some testimonials from our previous experiences:
Frequently Asked Questions
No, but you do have to be physically prepared. You just have to be “fit”.
There are alternative routes at every point, so you don’t have to jump or cross if you don’t want to. We also have lots of experience and will help you feel more secure and confident (trust us, we’ve probably seen worse cases than yours).
Comfortable clothes to do the via ferrata, suitable footwear and only if you want because it is included, food and drink for when we do the ecopicnic. 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 in the morning (Nerja bus station at 09:00h) and find your way back to your accommodations once the activity is over (there is public transportation). We’ll go from the meeting point to the Natural Park and back in our van. We do offer transportation from Málaga, but only upon request and at an extra cost.
We only organize this experience on Tuesdays and Thursdays. And also on weekends between September and May.
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 at least 5 days in advance, yes: the full amount. In case it is due to a medical reason, if you give us proof of such, we will refund the money regardless if you let us know 5 days in advance.
Of course. We will make you a voucher, so you can surprise whoever you want.
You’re the only one missing: are you joining us at the via ferrata to Boquete de Zafarraya?
