​Activities on the Costa del Sol
Donkey Dreamland Rescue Centre
Donkey Dreamland rescue centre is a Donkey refuge that provides these ‘beasts of burden’ with a pain free caring home for the rest of their lives. Your host will share the center's story and introduce you to some of the donkeys. The aim of the sanctuary is to not only care for these much put-upon animals, but also to educate and highlight their plight.
Many of the animals are injured, have been mistreated or arrived ill, here they are provided with the medical treatment and cared for whilst they recover. Then just as important, the centre tries its best to find them a new, safe forever home.
You can take a Donkey Walk or 30-minute guided tour where you will be introduced to the animals, hear their stories and learn how you can help. It’s a great experience for kids, who could learn how to groom and pet the animals. The centre is closed on Mondays, check the website for opening hours and booking info.
Diseminado La Rosa 792
9649 Mijas
Tel: 640 11 16 51
Email: info@donkeydreamland.com
​Selwo Safari Park
Selwo Aventura, located on the New Golden Mile, Estepona close to some of the most exclusive luxury villas in Estepona, taking you on a journey around the world, through territories representing Africa, Europe and Asia. As you walk through, or take a guided bus tour, you can observe all types of wildlife, from big game animals, like lions, elephants, tigers and giraffes, through to, snakes, birds and much more. In addition to the larger terrains, there is an area where you can get closer to smaller animals, such as goats, lemurs, turkeys, sheep, pigs, and rabbits.
The centre is focused on both conservation and education, hosting exclusive school visits, camps, and even a ‘Dream Night’ experience at the zoo. There is a hotel, restaurants, hanging bridges, archery and a gift shop offering a wide range of souvenirs.
Avda. Parque Selwo2
9680
Estepona
Tel: 952 57 77 73
​Camino del Rey
This is a must-do, if you have a head for heights and a taste for adventure. The Caminito del Rey, is a path which winds around the side of the Gaitanes Gorge, suspended 100 metres above the ground. It was created as a service path to connect the hydro-electrical plant at El Chorro to the El Gaitanejo dam. Located between the towns of Álora, Antequera, and Ardales, spanning 7.7 kilometres, featuring 2.9 kilometres of footbridges, it provides a unique viewing point from which to enjoy one of the most spectacular landscapes within Málaga province.
The Camito del Rey is a UNESCO world heritage site, therefore visitors must adhere to the strict regulations imposed by the police and the Environmental Agency, to ensure the preservation of the path and for their own safety.
Maximum capacity of 400 people and group size is limited to 50 people. Tickets can be bought on the website, you must book before you arrive!
Centro de Recepción de Visitantes
Puerto de al Atalayes
https://www.caminitodelrey.info/en
​Cable Ski Marbella
Located in San Pedro de Alcántara’s Las Medranas National Park, you’ll find this fantastic wakeboard centre. The centre opened in 1993 covers 2690 squre feet and operates a 5.0 cableski system with 5 pulleys, which makes water skiing much easier. The system can accommodate up to 9 water skiers at the same time. The centre was fully renovated in 2013 and has since been named as one of the premier facilities in Europe. Facilities and services include a restaurant, holiday accommodation, courses and camps for wakeboarding, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking, flying boards, jet foil boards and much more.
Las Medanas Park s/n
1967’ San Pedro de Alcántara
Marbella
Tel: 952 785 579
marbella@wakeboardcenter.com
https://www.cableskimarbella.es/
​Dolphin watching boat trip
There is something magical about getting close to dolphins (and whales) which makes a taking a dolphin watching boat trip a must-do whilst on the Costa del Sol. There are a number of operators offering trips, from private charters, to catamarans and yacht trips, offering you the change to head out to sea to observe these wonderful creatures. The most popular ports to take a trip are from Estepona, Marbella, Fuengirola and Benalmadena. The best sightings can be seen in the Straight of Gibraltar, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, where you can spot common and bottlenose dolphins, and long-fin whales.
https://lamartingalaestepona.com/en/dolphin-watching-estepona/
​La Concha Mountain Trek
There can’t be a more iconic site than Marbella’s La Concha Mountain, nor a more beautiful mountain route to climb. As you traverse towards the 1,215 metres peak, you can marvel at the wonderous view across Marbella, the sea and North Africa. There is a small mountain hut located at the foot of the mountain, from here you’ll start the 7.5 kilometres trek, traversing dense forests and rocky outcrops. For a healthy, experienced hiker, it should take around 6 hours. There are two main routes, the first starts Istan and the second at Refugio de Juanar, which offers closer parking which is essential after such a strenuous day! Both routes are only suitable for the experienced hiker, and it is better to start this expedition very early in the morning to avoid being caught in the midday sun, take plenty of water and snacks.