Our most recommended things to do in Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natural Park

Cabo de Gata: Natural Park Kayaking and Snorkel Excursion

1. Cabo de Gata: Natural Park Kayaking and Snorkel Excursion

Get to know the magnificent Cabo de Gata and Níjar Natural Park from the sea. Explore the coastline by kayak before snorkeling in the clear waters an observing the underwater landscape. Before embarking, learn basic paddling and kayaking techniques and listen to safety instructions. Venture out down the coast, spotting a number of coves and rock formation that are inaccessible by land and only visible from the sea. Navigate in and out of rocky caves. Get up close to sheer volcanic cliffs. Learn about the wildlife and geology of the natural park, one of most protected areas in Spain due to ecological, historical, anthropological, and geological significance.  Stop in a hidden cove in the marine reserve to go swimming before paddling back to the beach where you started.

Carboneras: Yacht Tour to the 5 Best Beaches of Cabo de Gata

2. Carboneras: Yacht Tour to the 5 Best Beaches of Cabo de Gata

Start your coastal cruise in the traditional fishing port of Carboneras. Sail to la Cala del Corral and las Salinicas. Admire the crystal-clear waters and volcanic cliffs of Playa de los Muertos.  Then, navigate the Cabo de Mesa Roldan. See its fossilized coral reef and the Mesa Roldán Lighthouse. Continue on to Cala Puente, Cala Sorbas, and Cala Castillo until you arrive at the small fishing town of Agua Amarga. Marvel at the best views of this small town from the sea. Drop anchor at the secluded Cala de Enmedio. Enjoy a relaxing bath in its crystal clear waters.

Cabo de Gata natural park Sunset Sailing Tour with Cava

3. Cabo de Gata natural park Sunset Sailing Tour with Cava

Discover Cabo de Gata Natural Park on a romantic sailing trip from Carborneras. Sail past fascinating rock formations through stunning blue waters, and marvel at the setting sun from a comfortable sailboat. Board your boat about an hour before sunset from the Carboneras Marina. Relax on the leather seats as you sail past spectacular scenery from the Cabo de Gata Natural Park. After an hour of sailing, drop anchor and enjoy a delicious glass of Cava with your friends as you watch the sunset over the clear waters. As you return to the marina, enjoy the sailboat's amenities, including a bimini top, solarium, and stereo.

Carboneras: Cabo de Gata Caves and Los Muertos Sailing Tour

4. Carboneras: Cabo de Gata Caves and Los Muertos Sailing Tour

Set sail from Carboneras on a family-friendly guided sailboat trip to the Cabo de Gata National Park. Cruise across the Mediterranean Sea as you relax on Los Muertos Beach, make a snorkeling stop in a serene cove, and have the chance to see dolphins swimming in the wild. Make your way to the Port of Carboneras to meet your friendly guide and group for the day and get onboard the sailboat. Watch the shoreline disappear behind you as you sail upon the picturesque Mediterranean Sea to Cabo de Gata National Park. Cruise along the coastline and visit some of the most famous coves in the UNESCO-protected National Park, including Lost Muertos Beach, Cala Arena, Cala de Enmedio, Cala del Plomo, and Agua Amarga. Swim ashore to relax on the idyllic beaches and soak in the sun or grab a snorkel and drift around the rocks of the cove with colorful fish. Enter the open sea on your way back to Carboneras in the hopes of spotting dolphins playing in the waves.

Cabo de Gata: Guided Night Walk with Stargazing

5. Cabo de Gata: Guided Night Walk with Stargazing

You will meet your professional guide after sunset at the Mirador del Sollarete in San José. After a short presentation you will be provided mats and flashlights and set off on your starlit adventure. The viewpoint will be the first stop, and it provides a breathtaking panoramic view of the bay of San Jóse, the cliffs of Cabo de Gata and the highest mountain of the region. From there, you will walk along the coast in total serenity, before reaching Los Genoveses beach. Throughout the journey your guide will interpret the landscape talking about the history of the Natural Park as well as the flora, fauna and volcanic origin of the area. Participants will also learn how to use the sky and the stars to get their bearings just like ancient explorers and astronomers. At the beach you will lay out your mats, listen to the sound of the waves crashing against the shore and gaze up into the stars. Your expert guide will introduce you to the world of astronomy and stargazing, teaching you how to recognize the main constellations and the mythology surrounding them.

Cabo de Gata: Stargazing Experience

6. Cabo de Gata: Stargazing Experience

After finding the meeting point, receive an introduction to the world of astronomy and stargazing from a specialized guide. Learn how to locate the North Star, the main constellations, and how to differentiate objects in the night’s sky. Relax with a mat, blanket, and pillow and gaze up at innumerable starts above the Mediterranean coast. Hear the mythical stories that are narrated about the most famous constellations. Finish the evening with a group photo.

Day trip to Cabo de Gata Natural Park and Mojacar

7. Day trip to Cabo de Gata Natural Park and Mojacar

Discover the history and culture of Andalusia’s beautiful rustic towns and surrounding countryside. First, travel through Cabo de Gata Natural Park, one of Europe’s last areas of untouched nature. Your English-speaking guide will take you to see captivating landscapes, ruined castles, volcanic rock formations, coral reefs, pristine beaches, and hidden coves.  You will then arrive in the charming Moorish village of Mojácar, with its white-washed houses and stunning views of the Mediterranean coastline. Here you'll enjoy free time at your disposal to explore at your own pace the Old Town and discover the pristine Plaza Nueva, the statue of La Mojaquera, Parterre Square, and the beautiful Church of Santa Mária and more beautiful sites. Later you may relax on the panoramic terraces or shop for souvenirs, or feel free to savor a typical Andalusian lunch.  Then, you will head to the scenic village of Carboneras, which was used as a location in various films, including Lawrence of Arabia. Marvel at the viewing point of La Granatilla, which offers stunning views over the north coast of Cabo de Gata before being taken back to your pickup point.

Cabo de Gata Natural Park half day private yacht tour

8. Cabo de Gata Natural Park half day private yacht tour

Private 4-hour tour of the secret corners of Cabo de Gata on an elegant yacht. Maximum capacity of the Yacht 10 people. Departure by yacht from the port of Carboneras, which is the gateway to the Cabo de Gata Natural Park. Next we will see the impressive volcanic reef of Mesa Roldan with its spectacular Lighthouse and the beautiful beach of Los Muertos. We continue sailing and after doubling the columnar joints of Cabo de la Media Naranja you will be able to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the hidden bay of Agua Amarga, with its secret coves of crystalline turquoise waters. Cala Arena, Cala Enmedio, Cala el Plomo or Cala Puente are some of the beaches that we will visit and where we can enjoy their natural and wild beauty. Then we will sail to the Punta Javana Marine Reserve with its island of San Pedro, where we can see the most representative seabirds in the area in their habitat. Cormorants and seagulls are very common on this island. After rounding Cape Javana we discovered the hidden pearl of Cabo de Gata The famous beach of San Pedro, the medieval castle that presides over it is in ruins and has a source of crystal clear fresh water. On the beach we will find a fun hippie atmosphere, with very unique and fun people. On this beach the boat will drop its anchor so that they can enjoy a very refreshing bath and without having snorkelling equipment enjoy the richness of the Posidonia seabed. We will also find very friendly fish that will not mind swimming with us if we give them some bread or chips. If you bring drinks or food, these are welcome on board the boat and at this stop it is time to enjoy an unforgettable appetizer at sea. Once this stop is finished, we will begin the return to the port of Carboneras and we will try to go further from the coast to contemplate the Natural Park of Cabo de Gata in its immense and incomparable Mediterranean beauty and also, since we will go further from the coast, we will try our luck to try see some cetacean like dolphins or Calderones. And after 4 hours of sailing in our modern and comfortable yacht, our skippers will arrive again at the port of Carboneras where this unforgettable experience will end. The boat is adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs. Pets are welcome. Points of geological and biological interest. With winds equal to or greater than 22 km/h we will cancel the departures and the amounts that have been paid will be returned. This activity is highly recommended to do with children and also with the elderly, since it is a safe and comfortable activity. I will be very happy to share this activity with you. It will be a nice memory of your vacations

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What people are saying about Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natural Park

Overall rating

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based on 321 reviews

This week in September, my partner and I did the Kayak + Snorkel activity. We did it with Dani and Javi, lovely guys. We left very happy, because they made the activity very enjoyable. It was not the first time that I had done a kayak activity with a company and it had nothing to do with it. They took us through caves and explained many things of interest about the Cabo de Gata natural park and we made a stop to snorkel at Playazo de Rodalquilar. And at the beginning they explained to us how to use the paddle and what to do in any circumstance for people who were taking a kayak for the first time. They made us feel safe and we had fun with them. It was a very fun and entertaining experience.

An experience I had always wanted to try.....I wasn't disappointed. The 2 guides were friendly, helpful & knowledgable. After a quick lesson we set off from a beautiful cove in Las Negras and kayaked along the coast, into a cave & onto another cove for swimming. The scenery was spectacular & it was a great feeling to sit on the waves.

Great trip with Jorge. A great professional who explained everything to us in a super interesting way. The route was very complete. Highly recommended.

A way to get to know the Volcanic Coast of Carboneras and its surrounding coves and take a bath in its waters is priceless

Jorge was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable, great value trip!