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SPAIN 2008 - CABO DE GATA

WALK ALONG THE WILD COAST OF ANDALUCIA

In the south of Spain, in the Almeria region, the natural park " Cabo de Gata " offers more than sixty kilometres of wild coast. Classified as a biosphere reserve, the Cabo de Gata is an area of desert and its exceptional landscapes are often used in films (including Indiana Jones). This itinerary crosses the natural park from east to west along the wild coast and its beautiful " calas ". Each evening, you will stay in one of the typical white villages of Andalucia.

An ideal walk in spring or autumn, or during the winter for clear skies and some sunshine. Walk between 4.30 hours to 6 hours per day along easy terrain.

PRICE

£495.00 per person Single room supplement £90.00

Taxi transfer from Almeria to first hotel £50.00 for up to 3 people

Taxi transfer from San Jose to Almeria £35.00 for up to 3 people

INCLUDED

7 nights accomodation, 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners, transport of luggage every day from accommodation to accommodation, transfer from Carboneras to Playa de los Muertos day 1 and transfer to Faro Cabo de Gata day 7, maps and route notes.

NOT INCLUDED

Flights, Drinks, Personal expenses, arrival and departure transfer, Entrance fees

Departure dates 2008:

Daily all year (except 15th June to 15th September)



To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Arrival in Carboneras.

Day 2: After visiting the " Playa de los Muertos ", climb the " Mesa Roldan ". From this headland, at 200m, you will have a marvellous panorama over the coast and the Cabo de Gata mountains. Walk down to Aguamargua, a small unspoilt fishing village.

Day 3: Walk on the " Sierra de la Higuera " to get to the village of La Negras, along the " calas " of Enmedio, el Plomo and San Pedro. Probably one of the wildest and most spectacular walks in the itinerary.

Day 4: Following the coast, you will arrive to the Cerro de los Lobos at 265 m. This coast is classified as an integral marine reserve. Here is a haven for wild birds, including the elusive Osprey. Walk down the valley to Rodalquillar.

Day 5: Change of scenery for a walk inland. Visit the old gold mines and climb the " Lomillas de las Palas " at 297 m from where you can see the Sierra Nevada. Back to the coast, to the village of La Isleta del Moro.

Day 6: A walk through the marine reserve of La Punta del Lomo which is the only area in Europe hosting bird colonies arriving from North Africa. After climbing the tower of La Cala Higuera, walk down to the port of San José .

Day 7: From the lighthouse " Faro de Gata ", walk back to San José . This itinerary will allow you to discover the geological richness of the volcanic beach  "Playa del Monsol" and the white cliffs of Cerro de Vela Blanca. To finish, walk along the " Playa de los Genoveses ", beyond all question the most spectacular of the region.

Day 8: Departure after breakfast

 

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

Easy to moderate walk, 4.30 hours to 6 hours walk a day .

GROUP SIZE

From 2 persons - single people wishing to walk alone please ask for cost. 

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HIGHLIGHTS

Mineral site and village of Rodalquillar, Playa de los Genoveses, Cala del Plomo, Castillo San Pedro.

WEATHER

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

Small hotels and B & Bs.

LANDSCAPE
Desert region with steppes, rocky coast with wild beaches " calas ", prickly pear, palm-trees, aloe …

MEALS
Half board except B&B day 1, B&B day 6 and B&B day 7

LUGGAGE
Transported daily to your accommodation. You need only carry a back pack for the day.

GETTING THERE

Almeria airport served by Easyjet, Ryanair, Monarch

WHAT TO TAKE:

Sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack), rucksack/day pack,binoculars, swimming costume, water bottle, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun hat, sun block/cream, compass, torch and a first-aid kit.

WHEN TO GO

Daily all year (except 15th June to 15th September)

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks  at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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