Kayak Trips in Costa del Sol: 8 With Prices and Running Times

1.Nerja: Guided Kayak Tour Nerja Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

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

Paddle from Burriana Beach along Nerja’s cliffs to Maro Waterfall with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll learn basic kayak technique, enter small caves, pause for a swim, and receive GoPro photos and videos to download. Guides such as Miguel, Isa, Kike, and Kaine are praised for clear instruction and patient support.

“Our guide was fantastic. The whole experience was great. And very professionally run. Would recommend to anyone.”

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2.Nerja: 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 paddle beneath the cliffs of Nerja-Maro-Cerro Gordo. You’ll see coves, beaches, and a 16th-century watchtower, with time to swim or snorkel. Guides such as Juan, Periko, Luca, Jose, and Diego have earned praise for patient instruction and helpful support. Photos and videos are 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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3.Kayak & Snorkel Tour in Cerro Gordo Natural Park, La Herradura

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 649 reviews · from $34

Paddle a double kayak along the Cerro Gordo Natural Park coast near La Herradura with an instructor-guide. You’ll pass cliffs, caves, beaches, and rocky coves, then stop to snorkel when sea conditions allow. Guides such as Sebastian, Cody, George, and Thyda have been praised for friendly help, local insight, and careful attention to safety.

“Great leadership on the trip. Our guide was adaptable to everyone’s level and made a point of connecting with each group. Loved the trip!”

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4.La Herradura: Maro Cliffs Kayak and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 418 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $23Best value

Paddle from La Herradura along the Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park with a guide such as Luís, Angel, or Alberto. You’ll visit sea caves, stop in a clear-water cove for snorkeling, and watch for marine life and mountain goats. Kayak, paddle, dry bag, snorkeling gear, and photos are included.

“Nice guide, beautiful place. Take your camera with you!”

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5.From Nerja: Guided Paddle Surf Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

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

Start at Educare Aventura on Playa de Burriana with a short SUP lesson, then paddle along the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs to the Maro waterfall and Acantilado caves. Guides such as Yann, Juanma, and Miguel keep the pace friendly and offer help when needed. Snorkel gear is not included, but your guide supplies digital GoPro photos and videos.

“we loved our SUP tour with Dayana! the coast is so beautiful and it's so worth going on this trip. it's kinda long and can be tough, especially toward the end, but we loved it, a highlight of our trip to Nerja for sure”

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6.La Herradura: Cerro Gordo Natural Park Kayak & Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 319 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $35

Paddle from La Herradura into Cerro Gordo Natural Park with a Spanish or English-speaking guide. Expect sea cliffs, caves, a snorkeling stop, and possible sightings of fish, coral, jellyfish, goats, or dolphins. Guides such as Javier, Luke, Stephen, and Ivan are praised for patient instruction and local knowledge. Wetsuits cost extra.

“The instructor was great and informative and kayaking/ snorkelling gear was all good. The route was next to the rocks and round a cove. The water got a bit choppy and if you haven’t kayaked for a few years or never done it before your body will feel it afterwards. The snorkelling was great and an abundance of fish can be seen. All in all a great activity”

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7.La Herradura: Kayak & Snorkel Tour to Cerro Gordo Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 210 reviews · from $23Top rated

Paddle from La Herradura into the Maro-Cerro Gordo Reserve with a Spanish- or English-speaking guide. You’ll visit cliffside caves, snorkel with provided gear, and learn about local nature and history. Guides including Adrian, Alejandro, and Daniel have been praised for patient safety help. The 2.5-hour outing includes insurance, a waterproof bag, and downloadable action-camera photos.

“We were fortunate to have a guide who didn’t speak English but made us feel so comfortable and safe either way. This was so much fun”

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8.Nerja: Free Kayak Route along the cliffs of Nerja and Maro

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 109 reviews · from $31

Rent a traditional or transparent kayak at Burriana Beach and follow the Nerja and Maro cliffs at your own pace. Staff explain the route, including small caves, Wolf Cave, and Maro Waterfall. The 2.5-hour outing suits confident swimmers who want freedom to stop, snorkel, swim, and set their own rhythm without a guided group.

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