Kayaking in La Herradura Bay
Kayak and paddleboard trips from La Herradura beach, Almuñécar, to the cliffs and sea caves of Cerro Gordo and Punta de la Mona: rentals from €10 an hour, guided routes from €25 (2026).
About Kayaking in La Herradura Bay
La Herradura, a fishing village within Almuñécar, sits on a bay about 2 km wide between two headlands. To the west Cerro Gordo forms the Granada end of the Paraje Natural Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo, a protected coast of cliffs, coves and seagrass; to the east the Punta de la Mona lighthouse looks over Marina del Este. The water is often clear, with rocky reefs that suit snorkelling.
Trips launch from the beach along Paseo Andrés Segovia. The favourite guided route heads west about 3 km below the Cerro Gordo cliffs, to the cove of Cantarriján before returning. A shorter route visits Calaiza and the sea caves at the tip of Cerro Gordo, where orange coral colours the rock, and on easterly days guides head for Punta de la Mona. When the sea is rough, sheltered trips leave from Marina del Este.
Windsurf La Herradura rents single kayaks for €10 an hour or €30 a half day, doubles for €15 an hour and paddleboards for €15. Marengo La Herradura runs guided kayak or paddleboard routes with snorkel stops from €20–25, leaving at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 17:00 daily in summer and at weekends the rest of the year (2026). Life jackets are provided; children paddle in doubles with an adult. Afternoon wind often raises the swell, so independent paddlers should stay inside the bay.
June to September has the warmest sea, and mornings are calmest. Bring a snorkel mask, water shoes, sun cream and a dry bag.
Kayaking in La Herradura Bay in pictures
What you’ll find
- Equipment hireGear rental (€10–€30)Buy
- Family friendlyEasy for childrenFree
- Guided activityGuide or instructor (€20–€25)Book
- KayakingKayak or canoe (€10–€25)Book
- Stand-up paddlePaddleboarding (€15–€25)Book
- Swimming spotRiver or sea swimFree
- ViewpointScenic viewpointFree
Nearby places to visit
The rental bases line Playa La Herradura (1 km), and the coves of Playa Marina del Este and Playa de Calaiza are both 2 km away by sea, easy targets for a first paddle. Those wanting longer cliffs can try Kayaking at Maro-Cerro Gordo Cliffs from Nerja, 11 km west, which ends beneath a waterfall that drops into the sea, while inland the guided canyon descent of Río Verde Canyoning in Otívar is 13 km north. Families can finish at the Acuario de Almuñécar, 5 km east, or on Playa Puerta del Mar in the old town.
Kayaking in La Herradura Bay at a glance
Category
Sports Outdoor adventures
Location
Costa Granadina, Granada
Town
Almuñécar
Address
Paseo Andrés Segovia, Playa de La Herradura (Windsurf La Herradura and Marengo bases), 18697 Almuñécar, Granada, Spain
Opening hours
Rentals and guided routes daily in summer; Marengo runs guided trips at weekends the rest of the year (departures 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 17:00). Cancelled in strong wind or swell.
Prices
Single kayak hire €10 per hour, €30 half day; double €15 per hour; paddleboard €15 per hour (Windsurf La Herradura). Guided kayak or SUP routes with snorkel from €20–25 (Marengo, 2026).
Checked 5 Nov 2026 on the official website. Times and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
Website
windsurflaherradura.com
Phone
+34 958 640 143
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