El Saltillo Gorge & White Village Hiking Tour

Admire the mountains of Málaga and cross the Almanchares River on an incredible hiking route through the El Saltillo gorge. On this excursion, you'll also visit the white village of Canillas de Aceituno. Enjoy a day surrounded by nature!

Description

We'll meet on Calle Ordóñez in the center of Málaga to take a minibus to Canillas de Aceituno, approximately one hour away.

Upon arrival, we will go on a guided walking tour of this village located at the foot of the Sierra de Tejeda mountains. Its white houses and decorated streets provide a picturesque setting.

Next, from the center of the town, we will begin a 6-kilometer hiking route through El Saltillo gorge, often referred to as 'the other Caminito del Rey'.

Throughout the tour, we will follow the Almanchares riverbed while admiring the beauty of the Axarquía region. The area is home to diverse landscapes, mountain goats, birds of prey, and more.

Additionally, we will stop for a picnic featuring local products, fruit, and water. Participants will have 30 minutes of free time to swim in the river before returning to the trail.

The trekking route will conclude after about 3.5 hours, followed by the return to Málaga.