What to do · Villajoyosa
Kayaking along the Northern Cliffs of Villajoyosa to the Torre del Aguiló
Information
- From
- €42 per person
- Duration
- 3 h 30
- Season
- In good sea conditions; confirm dates when you book
- Who it's for
- From age 10 with an adult; a bit more paddling than the southern route
Towards Benidorm, the Villajoyosa coast is all cliffs and small coves. This route covers it by kayak as far as the Torre del Aguiló, a 16th-century watchtower built in the time of Philip II against the Barbary corsairs and recently restored.
Racó del Conill, Cala Fonda and Punta Plana
The start is on the town's north coast. The company mentions two points, Playa del Torres and Playa Varador, in the l'Almadrava district: ask when you book where you meet. From there you paddle along the cliffs, passing Racó del Conill, Cala Fonda, Punta Plana and Cala dels Erizos, until the Torre del Aguiló is in view. The exact route changes with the sea and the group's pace. Along the way there are stops to swim with mask and snorkel, and anyone who wants can jump into the water from the rocks.
Level and age
It is an easy level and needs no experience, but it lasts longer than the southern route: three to four hours. The minimum age is 10 and minors go with an adult. If you are going with younger children, the kayak along the southern coves to the Torre del Xarco accepts from age 4.
Price and what is included
€42 per person. It includes a qualified guide, self-bailing double kayak with backrest, paddle, life jacket, mask and snorkel, dry bag, photos of the outing and insurance. It does not include transfer or food: bring something light and at least a litre and a half of water. Arrive 15 minutes early; the guides wait five minutes.
The same stretch on land
The same coast can be walked on the Colada de la Costa, a trail of about 8 km between Playa del Torres and the Torre del Aguiló. One day by kayak and another on foot, you see the coast from below and from above.
Tips
- Racó del Conill is naturist It is one of the clearest coves for snorkelling, and it is nudist.
- Bring water shoes For the jumps and the stops in rocky coves.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the route to the Torre del Aguiló?
Three to four hours, depending on the sea and the group.
How much does it cost?
€42 per person, with snorkelling equipment included.
Can children go?
From age 10, with an adult.
With teenagers
Who runs it
- Alicante AventuraKayak route from Villajoyosa to the Torre del Aguiló Visit their website
