On this trekking tour, hike the Caminito del Rey (King's Little Pathway), which is a narrow-gauge service railway that was built for workers to get to El Chorro hydro-electric plant.

Caminito del Rey is a one-direction walkway, which starts at the North access (Ardales) and ends at the South access (Álora). This walking tour begins at Conde de Guadalhorce Dam, a water reserve in Malaga. Learn about the history of the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes canyon, which was carved by the Guadalhorce River.

The construction of a water channel from the reservoirs in the north to El Chorro included building a pathway for maintaining the channel. The path is known as El Caminito del Rey (King's Little Pathway), as it was inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII. Encounter a footbridge over 3 kilometres long, built on the walls of the Gaitanes Gorge (Desfiladero de los Gaitanes). Experience one of the most beautiful natural spots in the province. During some stretches, the route reaches heights of up to 101 metres. Although the best-known stretch of the route is the footbridge, the total journey of the Caminito del Rey is 7.7 kilometres.

Important to know before:

• Clothing should be suitable for walking.
• Sports, trekking or hiking shoes(flip-flops, heels, etc. are prohibited). If you do not have the proper footwear, you will not be able to do the activity.
• In summer, wear comfortable and breathable clothing.
• In winter, it is necessary to bring warm clothes or a raincoat in case it rains.
• Carry abottle of water for hydration during the trip.
• The use of selfie sticks or tripods is not allowed, nor is entry with crutches / canes and animals.
• Smoking is not allowed during the entire tour.