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15 Tours in Costa Del Sol to Build a Day Around

33 tours  ·  from $10 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 tours in Costa Del Sol worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Málaga & Costa del Sol: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour - The bus ride from Málaga and the Costa del Sol
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From Málaga & Costa del Sol: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour

1.From Málaga & Costa del Sol: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,488 reviews · from $67Our pick

Travel by coach from Málaga, Fuengirola, Benalmádena, or Torremolinos to Ardales, then follow a guide along the restored Caminito del Rey. Expect a 7-kilometer walk, cliffside footbridges, a helmet, and sweeping views through the Gaitanes Gorge. Guides such as Sara, Shirley, Daniel, and Laura are praised for clear explanations and good humor.

“amazing tour will definitely return to do again, Juan jose was extremely knowledgeable and fun but also very attentive to the younger members of our group couldn't ask for a better tour. the caminito del rey is so worth doing and if you have fears its not so bad and worth facing them to experience this walk”

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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - The dolphin search is the main event
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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

2.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,786 reviews · 1h 40m · from $22

Set out from Benalmádena aboard the New Magic catamaran for a 100-minute dolphin-watching cruise. Your captain and crew track marine life along the Costa del Sol, with underwater viewing windows, shaded seating, a bar, restrooms, music, and a possible open-sea swim in summer. Sightings are not guaranteed, but a no-sighting ticket earns 50% off a future trip.

“Staff were lovely. Was so comfy the whole duration and despite bad weather, we saw so many dolphins!!! Great day!”

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Nerja: Guided Kayak Tour Nerja Cliffs and Maro Waterfall - Paddling past caves and small bays
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Nerja: Guided Kayak Tour Nerja Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

3.Guided Kayak Tour Nerja Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,916 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $41

Paddle from Burriana Beach to Maro Waterfall with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll learn basic kayak technique, visit small caves and bays, swim in clear Mediterranean water, and receive free GoPro photos and videos. Guides such as Miguel, Isa, Kike, and Kaine are known for patient instruction and a friendly pace.

“Amazing experience! We had Ibra as our guide, and he was very patient with us whilst we were getting used to kayaking. It’s hard work, if you’re inexperienced like us, but so so so worth it!”

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Málaga & Costa del Sol: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas - The road inland from the Costa del Sol
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Málaga & Costa del Sol: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas

4.Málaga & Costa del Sol: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,376 reviews · from $23

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Málaga or Costa del Sol pickup points to Setenil de las Bodegas and Ronda. Explore rock-cut homes, join an optional 90-minute Ronda walk, visit Casa Museo Don Bosco, and taste a Ronda sweet with a view of Puente Nuevo. Guides speak English and Spanish.

“Great trip & all was on time..super good & kind guide Mikila & driver too.. will do an other trip soon.. kind regards”

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Benalmádena: Mount Calamorro Cable Car Ticket - The summit: viewpoints, paths, and mountain air
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Benalmádena: Mount Calamorro Cable Car Ticket

5.Benalmádena: Mount Calamorro Cable Car Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,901 reviews · 1 day · from $21

Take a modern cable car from Benalmádena to Mount Calamorro, with an audio guide and sweeping views of the Málaga coast. At the summit, choose from six hiking routes, lookout points, and Mediterranean mountain scenery. You can buy a one-way or return ticket, but note that some summit paths are steep and uneven.

“Great experience, we loved the view from the cable car and Selwo Marina was incredible”

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Nerja: Caves of Nerja Entry Ticket with Audio Guide - Walking through the public chambers
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Nerja: Caves of Nerja Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

6.Caves of Nerja Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,616 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Walk through Nerja’s huge chambers at your own pace with a phone-based audio guide in 18 languages. See towering stalactites, stalagmites, and the famous Cataclysm room, then visit the Museum of Nerja and a 360º virtual reality room showing human life 35,000 years ago. Allow at least an hour, and bring earphones.

“Very inexpensive, great way to see the caves. As long as you can download the “cave app” once you get there & bring your ear-buds so you can listen comfortably to the “guide”, it works great! I did see some rental / loaner equipment also, but may be more expensive. The caves were phenomenal, as was the virtual reality experience which is included. Very worthwhile!”

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Nerja: Cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo Guided Kayak Tour - What the two-hour outing feels like
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Nerja: Cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo Guided Kayak Tour

7.Cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo Guided Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 923 reviews · from $38

Meet Kayak Makarena at Maro Beach for a two-hour guided kayak trip beneath the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs. Paddle past coves, beaches, rocks, and a 16th-century watchtower, then stop for swimming or snorkeling. Guides such as Juan, Periko, Luca, Jose, Diego, and Mery have led departures, with a support boat and free photos included.

“Amazing experience worth every penny! Very supportive team of people take care of you so even if you don’t have a lot of experience you feel safe and enjoy!”

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Estepona: Dolphins Searching Sea Cruise with Drink & Snacks - Boarding at La Martingala in Estepona
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Estepona: Dolphins Searching Sea Cruise with Drink & Snacks

8.Dolphins Searching Sea Cruise with Drink & Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 645 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Cruise Estepona’s bay for two hours with a qualified skipper and crew, watching for wild dolphins from a cushioned boat. Daniela or Kameli may help guide the outing, with snacks, one drink, music, sea views, and a weather-dependent swim stop included. Shared and private options are available.

“The boat trip was amazing 😍 We saw dolphins swimming next to the boat. Such a beautiful and unforgettable experience!!!”

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Benalmadena: Colomares Castle Tour with Entry Ticket - The 40-minute route through the monument
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Benalmadena: Colomares Castle Tour with Entry Ticket

9.Colomares Castle Tour with Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 552 reviews · 40 min · from $10Best value

Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide at Colomares Castle for a 40-minute walk through this curious monument to Christopher Columbus. Guides such as Cynthia and Christine explain its symbols, architectural styles, church, and links to the voyage to America. Afterward, explore the numbered areas at your own pace. Expect stairs and limited access for wheelchairs.

“Cynthia was absolutely fabulous! She was very knowledgeable, but also transmitted great vibes to the group!”

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Nerja-Maro: Snorkeling & Sea Scooter Speedboat Trip - The speedboat ride to the Maro cliffs
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Nerja-Maro: Snorkeling & Sea Scooter Speedboat Trip

10.Maro: Snorkeling & Sea Scooter Speedboat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 497 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

From Burriana Beach, you’ll ride a speedboat to the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs, learn snorkeling basics, and spend time in the water with fins, wetsuit, and a sea scooter shared between two people. Guides such as Irene, Maria, Mar, and Valeria lead small groups in Spanish and English, with free GoPro photos and videos.

“It was amazing, I love every second, our guide was Irene she was very nice, I love the photos, and I loved the whole experience. ❤️”

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Estepona: Dolphin Watching Sailboat Cruise with Drink - Two hours of coast, wind, and open water
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Estepona: Dolphin Watching Sailboat Cruise with Drink

11.Dolphin Watching Sailboat Cruise with Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 488 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Join Captain Manuel and his crew at Estepona Marina aboard the Intrépido sailboat. You will search for dolphins, enjoy one soft drink, beer, or wine, and may stop for a swim if sea conditions allow. The covered seating, small-group feel, and friendly boat dog add comfort, while dolphin sightings remain wonderfully possible but never guaranteed.

“We didn’t get to see dolphins, but we could see Morocco from where we were and that was just as cool!! Beautiful tour with or without dolphins”

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From Costa del Sol: Ronda Village Tour w/ Maestranza Ticket - The coach ride from Costa del Sol
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From Costa del Sol: Ronda Village Tour w/ Maestranza Ticket

12.Ronda Village Tour w/ Maestranza Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 478 reviews · 9 hours · from $78

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Costa del Sol to Ronda for a guided walk past the Almocabar Gate, Santa Maria la Mayor, and other landmarks. Visit the Real Maestranza bullring and museum, then enjoy roughly two hours of free time for lunch and exploring. Multilingual guides speak English, French, German, and Spanish.

“The day was well organised and we saw a lot. The guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. There is a lot of walking involved and I needed a couple of beers and a sit down after the guided tour!”

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From Nerja: Guided Paddle Surf Cliffs and Maro Waterfall - Starting at Burriana Beach with a short lesson
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From Nerja: Guided Paddle Surf Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

13.Guided Paddle Surf Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 400 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $41

Start at Burriana Beach with a short paddleboard lesson, then follow the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs to the waterfall and Acantilado caves. Your guide, such as Yann, Juanma, or Miguel, leads the route, helps tired paddlers, and takes GoPro photos and videos. Snorkel gear is not included, so bring your own if you have it.

“Very good experience! If you’re going for the first time the guide will explain all instructions on how to control the paddle board or you can choose to sit instead of standing for your own comfort. The sights and experience is worth the money, recommend!”

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Benalmadena Aquarium Visit - Starting with Mediterranean marine life
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Benalmadena Aquarium Visit

14.Benalmadena Aquarium Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 398 reviews · 1 month · from $25

Visit Sea LIFE Benalmádena beside the Mediterranean for a self-guided route through local and tropical habitats. Touch starfish and hermit crabs, watch feeding sessions, pass beneath sharks and a green turtle, and finish in Amazonia. Allow about 25 to 60 minutes, depending on your pace and the scheduled talks.

“Great quick but if you enjoy it in moments it's great”

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Benalmadena: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Beaches, ruins, and the resort strip
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Benalmadena: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

15.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 379 reviews · 2 days · from $17

See Benalmadena from an open-top bus with a 48-hour ticket, multilingual audio, and stops near Puerto Marina, beaches, Bil-Bil Castle, Tivoli, and Arroyo de la Miel. Use the bus for a quick orientation, then hop off for the cable car, Sea Life Aquarium, shops, gardens, or the optional Butterfly Park. Service changes currently affect several upper-town stops.

“Was cheaper then booking direct with supplier and, although the bus does not go direct to the butterfly park now like it used to to and you have to get a separate bus, tickets provided by sightseeing bus driver, overall good value for money”

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New in Tours in Costa Del Sol

★ 5.0Guided tour and olive oil tasting in Alhaurin el Grande (Málaga)From $35200 reviews
★ 4.5Ronda and Setenil de las BodegasFrom $77149 reviews
★ 4.6Torremolinos/Benalmadena: Nerja Caves Tour with FrigilianaFrom $84231 reviews
★ 4.5Maro Waterfall Boat Trip with Paddleboarding & DrinkFrom $65211 reviews
★ 4.3Boat Tour w/ Snorkeling, Water Activities, and LunchFrom $101105 reviews
★ 4.9Guadalmina River Guided Canyoning AdventureFrom $46209 reviews
★ 4.7Seville Day TripFrom $53146 reviews
★ 3.9From Costa del Sol & Malaga: Seville Day TripFrom $101203 reviews
★ 4.3Free Kayak Route along the cliffs of Nerja and MaroFrom $31109 reviews
★ 4.8Sunset Sailboat Cruise with DrinkFrom $40129 reviews
★ 4.7Dolphin Search Boat Trip with Drink and SnacksFrom $44144 reviews
★ 4.8Benalmádena: Deluxe Parasailing Flight from Benalmadena PortFrom $57188 reviews

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