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El Caminito del Rey Gorge Walk Tickets for Winter 2023-2024 Now Available

Tomorrow, September 20, 2023, tickets for the Caminito del Rey gorge walk will become available for purchase online. This announcement heralds the start of the winter season, which will run from November 7, 2023, to March 31, 2024. Nestled within the awe-inspiring Desfiladero de los Gaitanes Natural Park, spanning the municipalities of Álora, Ardales, and Antequera, this iconic path is celebrated for its suspended walkway and its stunning natural beauty.

From November onward, visitors will have the opportunity to explore this natural gem from Tuesday to Sunday, with opening hours set between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Do keep in mind that the path will be closed on public holidays, including Christmas, Semana Blanca, Easter Week, and on Mondays, February 26, and March 25, 2024.

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Picture yourself strolling along the suspended walkway, high above the rugged landscape, with panoramic views stretching as far as the eye can see. El Caminito del Rey offers not just a walk but a thrilling adventure through the heart of nature. It’s a chance to witness the untamed beauty of Desfiladero de los Gaitanes Natural Park and create indelible memories.

caminito del rey suspension bridge
El Caminito del Rey Gorge Walk Tickets for Winter 2023-2024 Now Available

Visitors can park at the Caminito del Rey visitor reception centre, located in the municipality of Ardales, next to the MA-5403 road. The centre has a large exhibition area, a viewing terrace overlooking the Conde del Guadalhorce reservoir, and a car park with space for 240 vehicles. Visitors can park for two euros per day, which can be booked when purchasing tickets on the website.

To reach the Caminito del Rey, visitors can also take the Cercanías (local train) service from Malaga’s María Zambrano and Centro railway stations. Shuttle buses can transport visitors to and from the path and the car park. Seats can be purchased either in advance at the time of ticket purchase or on site in cash.

El Caminito del Rey Gorge Walk Tickets for Winter 2023-2024 Now Available

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Caminito del Rey tickets 2023

The official website for the Caminito del Rey has opened up Caminito del Rey tickets 2023 (up to the end of June 2023).

Also included in this next batch, is the availability to reserve car parking along with your entry ticket and the shuttle bus. The car park is located next to the official information centre for the Caminito del Rey (Puerto de las Atalayas). Read some important information about the reception centre here: https://www.caminodelrey.es/caminito-del-rey-visitors-reception-centre/

See here for instructions on booking entry tickets: https://www.caminodelrey.es/the-booking-portal-for-the-caminito-del-rey-how-to-buy-an-entrance-ticket/

Read this if the date you want is not available: http://www.caminodelrey.es/no-tickets-for-the-caminito-left-online-no-problem-hopefully/

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Caminito del Rey Visitors’ Reception Centre

Finally, after the inaugeration by local politicians and dignitaries in October 2022, the Caminito del Rey visitors’ reception centre has opened to the public. It is getting mixed reviews and quite a few negative comments I’ll try to explain whats going and give some solutions if you are looking for 2023 Caminito del Rey tickets.

Caminito del Rey visitor centre
The Caminito del Rey visitor centre was opened in October 2022 by local politicians and dignitaries.

The reception centre and main car park is situated at Puerto de las Atalayas on the MA 5403 road about halfway between the village of El Chorro and the start point of the Caminito del Rey. Inside you’ll find displays and information about the history of the area with great views across the lakes of Ardales.

A look inside the Caminito del Rey Reception Centre.
There have been a few negative comments about the new centre.
  • The published opening hours are from 8am to 5 pm every day except Monday. However these opening hours seem to be a bit “flexible” at the very least and many people have found the centre closed during published open times.
  • You cannot buy tickets for the Caminito del Rey from the reception centre. Read about how to get tickets here: https://www.caminodelrey.es/no-tickets-for-the-caminito-left-online-no-problem-hopefully/
  • There is parking for 250 cars at 2 euros per day. However, many people are complaining that they are being charged on the day when they previously purchased parking and shuttle bus using the online system.
  • The shuttle bus from the reception centre to the nearest area for the Caminito del Rey start point takes about 20 minutes. There have been complaints similar to the parking that the bus charges (2.50 euros) even though a bus ticket was purchased during the online process for an entry ticket.
  • The bus takes CASH ONLY will not accept card
  • Masks must be worn on the bus at all times.

If you use this parking whilst you walk the Caminito del Rey then I reccommend that you have the correct money in your pocket just in case the bus wants to charge you. (You can always complain later).

REMEMBER: This car park is approximately an hour away from the start point (by the time you have parked, got the bus, arrived at start area and then walked to the start point. Try to be parking at least 1.5 hours before your entry time.

Don’t be too dissapointed if you find the reception centre closed. The actual Caminito del Rey is much better anyway!

Caminito del Rey visitor centre
The Caminito del Rey visitor centre has information about the history of the area.

I am sure as time goes by these teething problems for the new Caminito del Rey visitors’ reception centre will be solved and also, none of them really take away the fantastic experience of walking the spectacular Caminito del Rey


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