The Canyon of the Buitreras is an incredible natural spot located on the outskirts of the Los Alcornocales Natural Park. What really stands out about this place is how vertical its walls are, with a depth of more than 100 metres. As we get closer to the Garganta de las Buitreras, this depth will be twice as much.

Rural Tourism in Cañón de las Buitreras

It’s a perfect place for rural tourism and to switch off from the stress of everyday life and the urban environment. The views are incredible, and there are some hiking routes whose difficulty can be adapted to the experience level of different visitors. canyoning in cañón de las buitrerasDo you like canyoning? Then you’re in luck, because you can try canyoning in cañón de las buitreras. There are companies that can provide all the equipment and the necessary supervision so we can enjoy this experience in the best possible safety conditions. The town council authorises canyoning between 15 July and 15 December, so we must make sure we’re going to do it during this period. The name Cañón de las Buitreras isn’t random: griffon vultures live on its rugged cliffs. You can use binoculars to spot them, and we can do the same with all the birds that live there, such as the bravía or the stock dove. As for its marine flora, one of the most characteristic species is the otter.

Hotel Las Buitreras: the best place to stay in El Colmenar, Gaucín

If you’d like to stay somewhere close to the Cañón de las Buitreras, we recommend our hotel in El Colmenar, “Hotel Las Buitreras”. It’s the best way to enjoy the area’s activities, with all the comforts and without wasting time coming and going.