Due to its location the area of Los Velez offers a wide range of outdoor activities to suit all levels, ages and abilities. Whether you are a group of friends, family with children, a couple or a single person we are very happy to organise activities for you to enjoy during your stay.

We work closely with a local activity company ' who offer a quality service, professional instructors and guides so you can rest assured that you will get the maximum enjoyment out of your chosen activity.

Activities availalbe include: CANYONING. •  CAVING. •  MULTIAVENTURE (MOUNTAIN CLIMBING, ABSEILING, ZIP-LINE, TIBETAN BRIDGE, VÍA FERRATA) •  WALKING•  GUIDED CULTURAL TOURS. •  4 X 4 TREKS•  CANOEING AND KAYAKING •  MOUNTAIN BIKE ROUTES•  ARCHERY•  PAINT BALL. •  PROGRAMAS ADAPTED FOR SCHOOLS AND INSTITUTES AND GROUPS IN GENERAL •  ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES.

Walking

There are many marked routes in the area and within the Natural Park of Sierra María-Los Velez. There is also the possibility of exploring the protected areas of the Natural Park ideal for anyone interested in bird watching or nature by pre-arrangement with a guide.

 

Do you have an interest in birdwatching? The Natural park of Sierra Maria-Los Velez has the largest selection of bird species per square kilometre in Andalucía, including 17 species of bird of prey. There are 100 bird species in the park which was declared a special protection zone in 2002. Some of the birds that can be seen in the park are: Golden Eagle, Booted Eagle, Goshawk, Eagle Owl, Sparrow Hawk, Peregrine Falcon, and Griffon Vulture. 

Whether an individual, couple, group of friends or a society our bilingual guide can show you the best places to see the bird species in the area with access to restricted areas of the Natural Park. Trips can be for a couple of hours to several days depending on your requirements.

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Astonomy/ stargazing.  

Are you interested in astonomy/ stargazing? We work together with Astroturista who can give you a guided tour of the night sky. Due to our location in the coutryside at the foothills of the Sierra de las Estancias, at 1,000m above sea level there is very little light pollution and the south-westerly skies are visible to the horizon. Activities can be organised for groups of all sizes. Special discounts for larger groups.

Astroturista

Tandem flights starting from the Saliente Monastery. Get a birds eye view of the area.

 

The local scenery is breathtaking and offers painters endless scenes for painting. During the spring the almond blossoms and wild flowers adorn the countryside. In the autumn, following the almond harvest and the ploughing of the land, the varying colours of the soil offer inspiration to many artists.

 

Due to its geographical location the area of Los Velez is a great base from which to enjoy many activities both within the area and in the regions of Almería, Granada and Murcia.

 

The ski resort of Sierra Nevada in Granada is 1.5 hours drive away and offers skiing to suit all abilities.

 

The Caaves of Sorbas are a protected site. Cave trips available for all ages and abilities.

 

A fun day out for all the family. Flume rides and wave pool.

 

Now Oasys Theme Park , built around old Spaghetti Western film set, the location for 100’s of films including Sergio Leones ‘Dollar’ trilogy starring Clint Eastwood. The park also includes a zoo with more than 150 species of animals from around the world, a swimming pool, café, picnic area and shows including a shoot out and can-can girls.

 

Forteleza del Sol – Historical Castle dating back to Moorish times. A fun and educational day out for all the family.

 

Murcia - Zoo and water park. Ideal for a family day out.

 

Granada. No trip to Spain is complete without a visit to the beautiful Alhambra Palace, one of the most visited sites in the world.

 

Activity holiday packages can be arranged for both small and larger groups to include activities suitable for the ability, ages, and interest of the group. Please contact us for more information.