Activity Snapshot
Activity description
Enjoy this guided kayak tour in Cabo de Gata-Níjar from La Fabriquilla to Arrecife de las Sirenas, you can even go snorkelling.
The natural park Cabo de Gata-Níjar, known as Cabo de Gata, is located 30 km from the centre of Almeria. Its most famous places are La Fabriquilla and the spectacular Mermaids Reef.
This kayak route in Cabo de Palos will start in La Fabriquilla, direction Cala del Corralete, and will pass by "Los Motores". When you reach the Corralete Cove, you will make a stop to snorkel and enjoy the crystal clear waters and the impressive fauna and flora of the area. The kayak route in Cabo de Gata will continue towards the Cabo de Gata Lighthouse, where you will kayak through an amazing crevice in the mountain with amazing views until you reach the famous Mermaids Reef. There, the instructor of Xplora Almería Turismo Activo will give you the explanation of why this reef receives its name while you discover every corner of this sensational place. To finish your kayaking excursion in Cabo de Gata you will return to La Fabriquilla.
This kayaking trip in Cabo de Gata from La Fabriquilla is great fun to do with family or friends and get to know Cabo de Gata-Níjar in Almeria.
- Meet the guide at the meeting point and briefing on safety instructions and kayaking techniques.
- Start of the kayak route from La Fabriquilla in the direction of Cala del Corralete passing by "Los Motores".
- Stop to snorkel in Cala del Corralete.
- Mermaids Reef.
- Lighthouse of Cabo de Gata
- Return to Fabriquilla
Activity requirements
All participants must be able to swim.
Participants must weight at least 40kgs.
Special terms
Children from 3 to 5 years old must be accompanied by two adults.
The meeting point may vary depending on the weather, looking for better sea conditions, avoiding waves and currents.
- Photos
- Insurance
- Life jacket
- Certified guide
- Watertight canister
- First aid kit
- Kayak
- Paddle
- Safety and technique briefing
- Transportation to meeting point
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Change of clothes
- Hat
- Water