There is much more than great beaches on the Costa del Sol. In the hinterland, you can embark on a thousand and one adventures with friends. From paintball to hiking to mountain biking, Málaga's amazing landscapes and mild weather invite visitors to do all kinds of exciting things at any time of year.
Paintball
Paintball is a popular sport in which players have to eliminate opponents by shooting capsules containing water-soluble dye at them. Málaga's geography is perfect to set up playing venues using the hills, valleys and hurdles offered by nature. The best municipalities for paintball in Málaga are Ronda, Coín and Antequera.
Quadding
Quad riding can be an awesome experience, no matter how much experienced a driver you are. Saving power and effort with the help of a quad, you will be able to enjoy what the land has to offer. There are many companies organising quad tours in Málaga. They plan a variety of itineraries, suiting all kinds of visitors.
Hiking
Hiking in Málaga is really easy, for you barely need gear at all. Any mountain, any landscape is good enough to go for a walk in the wild. For greater hiking challenges on the Costa del Sol, try the Málaga GR footpath, comprising more than 30 coastal and hinterland sections.
Canyoning and caving
Explore the belly of mountains, walk down cave galleries, go rafting amidst waterfalls. Serranía de Ronda is the perfect place for these activities, boasting the highest concentration of rock formations in the province and a large number of specialist companies.
Mountain biking
In Málaga there are firms that rent mountain bikes to individuals or groups as well. They will give you the right gear to hit the road on the Costa del Sol: bike, helmet, road maps, etc.
Other outdoor activities on the Costa del Sol are horse riding, off-road driving, archery, etc. Or you can bring all of them together in a multi-adventure package!
