Exploring the Thrilling Caminito del Rey: A Journey Through Nature, History, and Adrenaline

Visit to the Caminito del Rey 2015

Exploring the Thrilling Caminito del Rey. Embark on a thrilling adventure in the heart of Malaga with the Caminito del Rey. This seven-kilometer trail, once deemed the world’s most dangerous, has been revitalized, offering a safe passage through breathtaking landscapes and a touch of history. Let’s delve into the wonder that is the Caminito del Rey.

Get guided tour tickets for the Caminito del Rey here.

Step by step instructions on how to get tickets for the Caminito del Rey here.

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Exploring the Caminito del Rey: A Guide for Visitors

Caminito del Rey, El Chorro

Nestled in the heart of Andalusia, Spain, the Caminito del Rey is one of the most thrilling and scenic walking trails in Andalucia. Spanning approximately 7 kilometers through the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes gorge, this path offers breathtaking views, a rich history, and an unforgettable adventure for all who visit.

This guide provides all the essential information you need to plan your visit to the Caminito del Rey, including details on the trail, ticketing, access, hotels, restaurants and some of the surrounding attractions.

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El Caminito del Rey – The Kings Path – El Chorro

Camino del rey or kings path in el chorro

A bit of history about the Caminito del Rey

“El Caminito del Rey”, in English, “The King’s little pathway”, was initially built as an access route. It enabled workers at the hydroelectric power plants of El Chorro Gorge and Gaitanes Gorge with an easier way to transport materials, maintain and inspect the workings of the two power plants.

Construction of the “walkway” began in 1901 and was finished in 1905 and in 1921 King Alfonso XIII visited and walked along the path for the inauguration of the Conde del Guadalhorce dam and since that time it became known as the “Kings path”

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Caminito del Rey rules and regulations

Caminito del Rey rules and regulations

Some people seem to be a bit confused about the Caminito del Rey rules and regulations and some have even been stopped from entering because they have the wrong type of rucksack or refuse to give up their selfie stick.

So here is a basic list of rules

Hours of opening:
From October 31st to March 31st (winter) and from April 1st to November 1st (summer).
The gates open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (winter time ) and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (summer).

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Bus services for the Caminito del Rey

Bus to get back to Caminito del Rey Start point

Once you finish your walk at Caminito del Rey, you can take the return bus (shuttle) service which runs approximately every 30 minutes. The cost of the bus service is 2.50 Euros. However, make sure that you have the correct change as the drivers do not accept credit or debit cards. It’s also important to note that paying with a 100 or 50 euro note may cause some frustration to the drivers who run the bus services for the Caminito del Rey.

Book a guided tour through Viator

An alternative is to book a guided tour ticket for the Caminito del Rey at the Viator website here. Then you don’t have to worry about the shuttle buses as all will be arranged for you.

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