The 11 Climbing & Rappel Days in Málaga That Earn Their Price

1.Via Ferrata Caminito del Rey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Our pick

Climb the Caminito del Rey via ferrata near Malaga with expert guides, iron rungs, zipline, monkey bridges, and gorge views.

“The hike was great. Fortunately, the weather was pleasant for climbing. I had never climbed before, only on indoor climbing walls. So, this was a completely new experience. And it was wonderful because the view was simply amazing, climbing on the rock face was exciting, an experience not to be missed. The tour guide was very professional, kind, funny, and helpful in everything. The best tour guide. I can only recommend it to everyone. It was an unforgettable experience.”

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2.Tajo de Ronda Via Ferrata Guided Climbing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $47Best value

Climb Ronda’s Tajo gorge on a guided via ferrata with gear, photos, snacks, and striking views of Puente Nuevo.

“Fantastic experience, perfect for beginners who have never climbed this type of course. Gorgeous views. Would recommend to anyone not afraid of heights!”

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3.Via Ferrata & Zip Line Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $116

Climb Caminito del Rey’s via ferrata, cross suspension bridges, zip 35 meters, and enjoy local picnic fare with a small expert-led group.

“This was one of THE best experiences I’ve had. The guide (Local Experiences & Adventures) was fabulous, skilled, knowledgeable and entertaining! It was the best fun ever!! Highly recommend! This was a solo trip and I certainly did not feel solo highlight engaging and fun.”

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4.Climb Via Ferrata at Caminito del Rey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 7 hours · from $112

Climb Malaga's highest Via Ferrata near El Chorro with bridges, a 35-meter zipline, mountain views, a picnic, and Granada transfers.

“Een veel leukere en meer uitdagende manier om de bergen en omgeving te zien! Absoluut goed te doen als beginner. Enige sportiviteit is wel aan te raden en Engelse taal machtig om goed te begrijpen wat je moet doen. De tijd en afstanden vlogen voorbij en onderweg alleen maar genoten. Kon niet beter met een zeer bekwame en geduldige gids, Harry. Wat een held! Met hem durf en kan je de wereld aan! Die onderweg echt mooie en goede kwaliteitfoto's maakt en deelt met deelnemers. Een geweldig mooie herinnering! Met een verrassend lekkere en verdiende afsluitende picknick. Deze ervaring is zijn prijs meer dan waard en wil je niet gemist…”

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5.Via Ferrata & Zip Line Zafarraya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $93

Climb Zafarraya’s via ferrata with ziplines, monkey bridges and round-trip transport from Malaga in a small English-speaking group.

“Really nice experience even in the middle of August the weather wasn’t too hot. David (the guide) was really nice. I recommend it to anyone, both beginners and more experienced.”

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6.Via Ferrata Hike at village of El Chorro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $84

Climb El Chorro’s natural Via Ferrata with bridges, a 35-meter zip line, lake views, and a guide in a small group.

“This Via Ferrata was my favorite part of our trip to Spain. Alex was a great guide, and the price was way cheaper than we would pay in the states. The El Chorro Caminito is fairly easy and doesn't take much upper body strength because there is little overhang. There is some hiking involved before and after the climbing, and that takes a while. The equipment and instructions were very good, and the cable bridges and zipline were fun, very much like a ropes course. I think anyone in decent physical shape, who isn't afraid of heights, could do this via ferrata.Read more”

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7.Via Ferrata Tajo de Ronda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Climb Ronda's Tajo gorge on a guided via ferrata with iron steps, old ladders, and striking views of the New Bridge.

“An excellent team of young people with passion. They organize via ferrata tours and canyoning around Ronda. With all confidence worth recommending.”

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8.Vía Ferrata de Benalauria climbing tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Climb Benalauría’s 97-meter Via Ferrata with a guide, wire bridges, canyon views, gear, photos, snacks, and small-group support.

“Julio was a great guide and the experience unforgetable! Yes it is thrilling, but it always felt safe!”

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9.Guided Via Ferrata Adventure in Benalauría

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Climb Benalauría’s beginner-friendly via ferrata, cross two K2 bridges, and enjoy Genal Valley views with a private guide.

“Excellent day out and our guess, Julio and Raul were both great. Thanks very much. The views were amazing and everything felt very safe when we were there”

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10.Caminito del Rey and El Chorro Climbing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5 reviews · from $112

Hike Caminito del Rey at 100 meters, then climb and rappel in El Chorro with guides, gear, transfers, and a private group.

“We had an awesome walk with Mercedes and the climbing was a blast with Alex! Would definitely recommend the trip and those guides.”

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11.Vía Ferrata de Casares guided climbing tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Climb Casares’ K3 via ferrata with a guide, cross two monkey bridges 45 meters up, and enjoy castle and Strait of Gibraltar views.

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