Hiking / Walking
La Azohia is the perfect base for walking holidays
for both experienced walkers and those who enjoy
a gentle stroll through beautiful, unspoilt
countryside. Walk along the rugged paths by
the coastline, or choose the mountain routes,
either way you will discover incredible scenery
that won’t disappoint!
We can offer walking holidays that provide
a range of walks from the less strenuous, to
the more difficult and enduring. The guides
we use are experienced walkers with knowledge
of the local area. Let us know what you or your
group require and we can tailor the walks to
your individual needs.
Walkers should make sure they have good walking
boots, a rucksack, plenty of water, a hat and
sun cream. For those who prefer self guided
walking holidays we'll be happy to provide details
of local walks.
Included in your Hiking break:
- Beautiful 2 and 3 bedroom apartments; all
of which are close to the communal pools and
a 5 minute walk to the beautiful beaches (see
accommodation page for details).
- Sky TV and Air-conditioning (in most apartments)
- Airport collection and drop-off in our
9 seater minibus.
- Supermarket stop off on the way to your
apartment to stock up on provisions.
- Maps and routes provided
- Bar/restaurant on the development open
all day can provide packed lunches for your
days hiking.
Wonderful Walking Routes:
 This
fabulous part of the world has a host of hidden
corners, where it is still possible to find
natural, untouched areas. Below you'll find
brief details of just a few of the many great
walking holiday routes available in this area
(full details available on request).
These particular walks come courtesy of Cartagena
town hall and are based on mining routes from
the last century, traditional fishermen’s
routes and local herding routes.
LOS BELONES-ATAMARÍA 6.5 km.
Duration: 2.5 to 3.5 hours.
A route that takes the hiker through a mountainous
zone near to the sea and which offers Mediterranean
shrub vegetation, hawthorns, dwarf palm trees
(chamaerops humilis), aromatic plants, Aleppo
pine and Cartagena cypress (tetraclinis articulata)
forests, panoramic views of Mar Menor, Campo
de Cartagena, golf course and Mediterranean
Sea.
PORTUS-CAMPILLO DE ADENTRO 10 km.
Duration: 5 to 7 hours.
The route starts from the former Civil Guard
barracks in El Portús and, following
a gentle stretch, crosses a cliffy zone between
dry riverbeds. It is at this point that you
come across Cueva Neptuno (Neptune’s Cave,
also know as Cueva de la Virgen). Further ahead
you come across a natural spring that announces
its presence with the characteristic croaking
of frogs. Upon arriving at El Campillo de Adentro,
the hiker is able to continue until Azohía
along Barranco de Bocaoria.
CUESTAS DEL CEDACERO-PEÑAS BLANCAS
Duration: 4 hours
 The
route takes the hiker to the top of the Collado
de Mazarrón pass, from where they can
enjoy beautiful views of the Isla Plana-Mazarrón
coast. If you'd like to see a more detailed
account of one the walks, complete with pictures
and map, you can do so by clicking on the link
below.
Please note that you will need Adobe Reader
(the latest version is recommended) installed
on your computer in order to open and read the
walking route information. You can get Adobe
Reader by clicking
here (a new window will open so you can
download without leaving this page).
If you want to open the file in your browser
window, you can just click on the link. However
if you want to download the file to view later,
then right click on the link and choose "Save
Target As" or "Save File As."
Then select where you want to save the file
on your hard drive. Once you have saved the
file, locate where you saved it, and double
click to open.
DEL
PORTÚS-CAMPILLO DE ADENTRO-LA AZOHÍA
(route and map)
Walking boot, clothing and
equipment suppliers:
Looking to buy some great value walking gear
online? Only the best suppliers make it on to
this list.
Cotswold Outdoor
The UK's leading outdoor clothing and equipment
specialists. To visit the online store click
here
Field & Trek
One of the UK’s leading technical retailers
of outdoor clothing and equipment, supplying
everything you would need for walking trips,
backpacking and trekking. Field and Trek has
won several awards for its quality delivery
service. To visit the online store click
here
Gear-Zone
Gear-Zone supply the largest range of Outdoor
Equipment to both experienced and inexperienced
outdoor enthusiasts. They sell both specialist
and non-specialist equipment from over 60 of
the leading Outdoor Manufacturers including
The North Face, Berghaus, Terra Nova and Vango.
Gear-Zone offer cheap, fast postage and operate
a no quibbles return policy. To visit the online
store click
here
OutdoorGear UK
OutdoorGear UK offers a wide range of equipment
for walkers and anyone else who enjoys the outdoor
life. To visit the online store click
here |
