List of what to bring when walking in the Serranía de Ronda, Andalucia

When going on a walking holiday in the Serranía de Ronda, Andalucía, it is important to pack all the key items which will enable you to enjoy fully your walking holiday. Here is bellow a list of the items that are in my opinion essential to bring with you: 

Essential items for all seasons

√ Worn in walking boots (you will be more likely to get blisters with brand new boots)
√ Walking/hiking socks (goog quality socks adapted to the time of the year you will be walking will keep you nice and comfortable)
√ Water bottle (always have plenty of water with you as you can easily get dehydrated even in winter)
√ Light weight day pack (a must to carry all your essentials)
√ Walking stick if you normally use one
√ Lightweight trousers for comfortable walking in all terrain (some walks can be overgrown with long grasses and thorny bushes so wearing trousers will protect your legs from scratches and unwanted bugs such as ticks)
√ Travel insurance including hill walking (For great value for money and flexible Travel insurance policies, visit Walking holiday travel insurance)
√ European card (for European travellers)

Spring and early autumn

√ Light clothes for warm, sunny days
√ Warm clothes for coold days and cooler evenings (evenings always cool down a lot in the Serranía de Ronda)
√ Lightweight waterproof jacket for the occasional showers

Summer

√ Hat √ Sun cream
√ Swimwear √ Sun glasses for sensitive eyes
√ Sandals for “afterwalking”
√ Light fleece only if you are staying in the Alto Genal Valley as nights can sometime be a little chilly (very refreshing after the heat of the day!)


Late autumn and winter

√ Warm clothes, ie fleece, thermal tops, etc.. (Even though Andalucía is thought to be warm and sunny all year round, it can get very cold in late autumn/winter especially at higher altitudes such as in the Sierra de las Nieves)
√ Warm hat (to use especially at high altitudes such as in the Sierra de las Nieves)
√ Gloves (same as above)
√ Waterproof jacket
√ Waterproof trousers
√ Light clothes for warm, sunny days, such as T-shirts...

Whatever the season you are walking in the Serranía de Ronda, it is best to use the concept of layering clothing, with base layers such as thermal tops or T-shirts, mid-layers such as fleece tops and outer-layers such as waterproof jackets. Here is a link to an interesting article about Learning to layer clothing.

Cultural spring walking holiday in Andalucia

For lady walkers who enjoy sightseeing, we have designed a special cultural walking holiday in Andalucia for women only for this spring.


As well as 4 guided walks in incredibly diverse scenery and 1 guided tour of the delightful town of Ronda so rich in history, we will take you on a day trip to visit the Acinipo, an old Roman settlement with its well preserved theater and breathtaking panoramic views, and Setenil, a very unusual semi troglodytic white village built in its riverbed rocks.


We believe in not rushing, therefore you will be able to visit at your leisure the many beautiful sights of interest that the Serrania de Ronda has to offer. 


Combining walks, cultural visits and delicious local cuisine, you will have a great insight in the culture and history of this beaufitul part of Andalucia while enjoying a relaxing, stress free holiday. 


Details of this Cultural spring walking holiday in Andalucia are the following:


Extended walking holiday dates:
16th to 23rd May 2011


Holiday type:
Women only cultural walking holiday


Cultural walking holiday prices:
Double occupancy: 708 € (approx. £599)
Single occupancy: 877 € (approx. £752)

Prices include:

- Airport transfer (Malaga airport) and all transport
- Welcome drink 
- 7 nights in luxurious hotel accommodation (single or double occupancy) - 1/2 board (breakfast and dinner),
- 4 guided stunning walks at your own pace in a small friendly group in the Serranía de Ronda, one of the best area for walking in Andalucía.
- 1 guided tour of Old Ronda rich in Moorish history
- 1 sightseeing day to the Acinipo and Setenil.
- The opportunity to treat yourself to relaxing wellbeing therapies on offer for total relaxation.


For further information or to book your Cultural spring walking holiday, do email us now!

Christmas walking holiday in Andalucia, Spain

Since it is too hot to be doing any walking at present over here in Andalucia, we are planning our next special walking holiday: a Christmas walking holiday in andalucia for those who fancy doing something very different for Xmas this year. We are mainly aiming this Christmas walking holiday to singles or divorced, widowed or recently separated people who enjoy walking in small friendly groups. Christmas can be so stressful but also very sad if you are going to spend it on your own. So, we would like to make it a fun and relaxing time!

We have chosen this time the Altamira apartments for the accommodation of this Christmas walking holiday. The flats are very nicely decorated and cosy with wood burning stoves and central heating. They will make a perfect setting for a fun and friendly holiday. These lovely flats are self-catering, but if you fancy having a fully relaxing holiday, there are 2 bar/restaurants in the village where you can have delicious tapas or meals at very reasonnable prices.

As per usual, the walking will be tailored to the group's need. December is normally nice and dry, so we should be able to enjoy lovely walks in nice weather, in the Genal valley and in the Sierra de las Nieves national park.

An added bonus, for those who are fed up with the Xmas count down and all the commercialism associated to it, Christmas is not a big thing here in Andalucia. They celebrate instead the 3 Wise Men (6 January). So, you can easily get away from it all over here!

For more information on this special walking holiday, click on our Christmas walking holiday.