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Rock climbing course in El Chorro (3 days)

Three days learning or consolidating sport climbing at El Chorro with a qualified instructor, routes from 5+ to 7b on limestone, and the option to combine with Caminito del Rey.

In Caminito del Rey and Gaitanes Gorge · Álora

Camp · 2 nights Moderate

From 315 € /person

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At a glance

Three days with a qualified instructor at one of Europe's premier climbing destinations
Compact limestone and hundreds of bolted routes from 5+ to 7b, ideal for beginners and intermediates
Small groups of 2 to 6 people for real technique coaching
Local accommodation in El Chorro or villages around the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes
Option to combine with Caminito del Rey on a rest day
Full technical gear included (climbing shoes, harness, helmet, ropes)

What you'll experience

Arrival, basics and top-roping in the beginner area.

Welcome at the accommodation, coffee and briefing. Ascent to the Las Encantadas or Frontales Medias sector (15 min uphill). Figure-eight knot, belaying with GriGri, first top-rope routes from 5+ to 6a. Dinner at a local bar.
Varied sport climbing and foot technique.

Full day in sectors like Poema de Roca or Makinodromo: routes from 6a to 6b+, footwork drills, rests and route reading. Lunch at the base of the wall. In the afternoon, two more routes and back to town. Relaxed dinner.
First pull or Caminito del Rey

Two options depending on the group's pace: (a) introductory rope work day on equipped routes from 5+ to 6a, with an introduction to clipping and controlled falls, or (b) if the group is tired or prefers, transfer to Caminito del Rey and full route (~3h, separate entry fee). Course ends mid-afternoon.

What's included

This is what the bundle covers. If you want to tweak something, we'll sort it in the proposal.

Lodging

Accommodation 2 nights in El Chorro (guesthouse or hostel)

Two nights in a local accommodation in the Caminito del Rey area: family-run guesthouse, climbers' hostel or simple country house, depending on availability and group size.

Activities

Rock climbing course with instructor (3 days)
Three technical days with a qualified guide on El Chorro's beginner-to-intermediate sectors: belaying, top-rope, lead climbing on sport routes and footwork. Small groups (2-6 people).

Meals

Field meals and local dinners

Packed lunch and fruit for each climbing day at the crag, plus two dinners at local village bars and restaurants (Málaga mountain produce).

Extras

Technical climbing gear

Climbing shoes, harness, helmet and shared gear (ropes, quickdraws, belay device). You can also use your own equipment if you have it.
Activity insurance included

Accident and civil liability insurance specific to rock climbing for all three days of the course.
Optional Caminito del Rey visit (not included)
If the group wants it, we help book Caminito del Rey tickets (~€10/person) for a morning or afternoon on a rest day. Limited slots, online booking mandatory.

Included

· Qualified climbing instructor for 3 days
· Climbing-specific accident and civil liability insurance
· Climbing shoes, harness, helmet and shared gear (ropes, quickdraws, belay device)
· 2 nights of accommodation in El Chorro / Álora / Ardales
· Field lunch (sandwich + fruit) each activity day
· 2 dinners at local bars
· Assistance booking Caminito del Rey if the group requests it

Not included

· Transport to El Chorro (Cercanías commuter train recommended from Málaga)
· Caminito del Rey ticket (~€10/person, online booking)
· Breakfasts and meals not listed in inclusions
· Drinks and extras at bars
· Personal gear: clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, water

Choose your option

The plan is the same in all of them. Only what you pick here changes.

Accommodation 2 nights in El Chorro (guesthouse or hostel) · Two nights in a local accommodation in the Caminito del Rey area: family-run guesthouse, climbers' hostel or simple country house, depending on availability and group size.

Climbers' hostel

Shared room, climbers' atmosphere, most affordable option.
Country house in Álora or Ardales

Private room, en-suite bathroom, homemade breakfast (surcharge over base price).

Optional Caminito del Rey visit (not included) · If the group wants it, we help book Caminito del Rey tickets (~€10/person) for a morning or afternoon on a rest day. Limited slots, online booking mandatory.

Extra climbing day (4th day)

For groups wanting to consolidate: an additional guided day at sectors already explored.

Per-person guide price. The final quote arrives with the personalised proposal.

The area

El Chorro is a hamlet of Álora wedged between limestone walls at the edge of the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes, in the heart of Sierra de Huma. Short streets, two climbers' bars, a train station and the immediate feeling of being in a rock village: at any hour you'll see ropes hanging from someone's car.

Malaga — 65 km · 1 h
Seville — 165 km · 2 h
Madrid — 540 km · 5.5 h

By car: from Málaga (60 min, 65 km via A-357 and MA-444); from Seville (2h, 165 km via A-92 and A-357); from Madrid (5h30, 540 km via A-4 and A-45).

By train: Renfe Cercanías Málaga-Álora-El Chorro (line C-2, ~50 min from Málaga María Zambrano). El Chorro station is a 10 min walk from the village. Easiest option without a car.

By plane: Málaga AGP. Pickup at airport or station on request (rate on demand).

Caminito del Rey and Gaitanes Gorge Caminito del Rey

Price calendar

Per-person guide price. The final quote arrives with the personalised proposal.

From	To	Price per person	Season
1 Oct 2026	19 Mar 2027	325 €	Autumn-winter (mid season)
20 Mar 2027	15 Apr 2027	345 €	Easter (high season)
15 Jun 2027	15 Sept 2027	315 €	Summer (low season due to heat)

Who this fits

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It fits if you've never climbed but want to learn properly (not from YouTube), if you already top-rope and want to step up to leading sport routes, or if you've been away from rock and need a technique refresh with an instructor watching closely. Come solo, as a couple or in a small group.

It doesn't fit if you're after multi-pitch or adventure routes (different product), expect to climb 7c from day one, plan to come in mid-summer (extreme heat on the wall, early mornings only), or aren't willing to walk 15-30 minutes uphill to reach the crag each morning.

Frequently asked

Got a question not listed here? Just ask.

Do I need previous climbing experience?

No. Half the group usually comes with no prior experience; day 1 is built exactly for that. If you already climb, we'll discuss your level beforehand to assign suitable sectors.

What if it rains all three days?

El Chorro's limestone takes a while to dry. If the forecast is very bad (continuous rain), we offer free date changes subject to availability. Occasional rain: we move to more sheltered sectors.

Can I combine it with Caminito del Rey?

Yes. It's one of the most common rest-day suggestions. The ticket (~€10) is booked separately online and we help with the process. Limited slots: book 1-2 weeks ahead.

Can I bring my own gear?

If you have your own climbing shoes, harness and helmet, perfect: use them. The rest (ropes, quickdraws, belay device) is provided by the instructor. If not, everything is included.

How many hours of climbing per day?

Between 4 and 5 active hours on the wall, plus 15-30 min approach each way. Enough to learn without finishing exhausted.

Check availability

Request availability and we'll confirm within 24 hours.

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