Get your Guide for the Caminito del Rey

Visit to the Caminito del Rey 2015

If you’re struggling to find tickets for the Caminito del Rey, booking a guided tour through GetYourGuide can be an alternative to checking the official booking system. This can be particularly useful for larger groups, visitors who want a guide, or travellers looking for a tour that includes transport from Málaga or another nearby town.

The official Caminito del Rey ticket system should always be your first choice if you simply want to walk the Caminito independently. However, third-party tour operators can offer a wider choice of guided experiences and may have availability on dates when you cannot find a suitable official ticket.

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9 Alternatives to the Caminito del Rey

The Congost de Mont-rebei in Lleida

The Caminito del Rey is undeniably one of Spain’s most iconic hiking trails, drawing visitors with its breathtaking views and thrilling suspended walkways. However, it’s not the only adventure worth exploring in this diverse country of Spain! For those seeking less crowded yet equally awe-inspiring experiences, here’s a list of 9 stunning alternatives to the Caminito del Rey. These trails offer unique landscapes, thrilling paths, and the perfect balance between adventure and tranquility.

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The Famous Death Defying Video of the Caminito del Rey

Camino del rey or kings path in el chorro

Experience the Original Caminito del Rey – Before Restoration

Before its restoration, the Caminito del Rey was a very different place. Large sections of the old walkway had deteriorated, with missing railings, damaged concrete and exposed beams above the Gaitanes Gorge.

This famous video, filmed by climber and adventurer Daniel Ahnen, gives a remarkable view of the old Caminito before the restoration. It shows just how exposed some sections of the original walkway were and helps explain the extraordinary reputation the path gained before it was closed and eventually rebuilt.

If you suffer from vertigo, you may want to watch this one from a safe distance!

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Getting to El Chorro reservoirs and Caminito del Rey

Getting to El Chorro reservoirs and Camino del Rey

El Chorro

The Caminito del Rey is in the province of Málaga, Andalucía, in the spectacular area around El Chorro and the Guadalhorce reservoirs. Getting to the area is relatively straightforward by car or train, but there is one important point to understand before you plan your journey: El Chorro is the finishing point of the Caminito del Rey, not the start.

The current Caminito del Rey route runs from the northern entrance near the Guadalhorce reservoirs towards El Chorro. If you arrive by train at El Chorro station, or park on the El Chorro side, you will therefore need to take the shuttle bus to the northern end before starting the walk.

This guide explains how to get to the Caminito del Rey by car, train and bus, where to park, and how the shuttle bus connects the two ends of the route.

Check out types of travel to the Caminito del Rey and reserve your bus, train or taxi with OMIO…

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Caminito del Rey if You’re Afraid of Heights: Vertigo? What You Need to Know Before You Go

Exploring the Caminito del Rey: A Thrilling Adventure in Nature

Many travelers dream of walking the Caminito del Rey but hesitate because of one thing — the fear of heights or vertigo. If that’s you, you’re not alone. Every day, visitors who suffer from vertigo or nervousness about heights successfully complete the trail. This guide explains exactly what to expect, how to manage your fear, and whether it’s worth doing despite the nerves.

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