Aquatropic Adventures: Water Fun for All Ages on the Costa Tropical
Aquatropic is situated right on Velilla Beach, just a short stroll from Almuñecar town centre, on the Costa Tropical. The park is quite large (18,000 square metres) and offers a range of water features, including slides (“ring-rapids” and, for the more adventurous, “kamikaze”). There are also a number of swimming pools catering for people of all ages. There is a wave machine, a waterfall, revolving current and a “black hole”. Aquatropic also offers other events and activities, including beach volleyball, massage, and, in the evenings, a disco. There are green areas throughout the park where visitors can relax beneath the shade of palm trees. The park has its own bar and restaurant in addition to a number of outlets serving pizzas, hamburgers, snacks, cold drinks and, of course, ice-cream. A picnic area has been provided for those who would prefer to bring their own lunch.
Aquapark is open from mid July to mid September.
Opening hours: 11am – 7pm
For further details, tel +34 958 633316
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Loro Sexi Exotic Bird Park
The Loro Sexi bird park (“Sexi” was the original name of Almuñecar!) has a fascinating collection of tropical birds on display, including peacocks, parrots, tucans, cockatoos, swans, ducks, ostriches and many other weird and wonderful species. In summer the park holds regular parrot shows for children. The park also has a cactus garden.
Entrance to the Loro Sexi parks, rather appropriately, in the Calle Bikini, just off the Plaza de Abderramín on the beachfront below the castle, a short walk from the centre of Almuñécar town.
Contact info:
Tel: 958635617/ 615 321 462
Email: reservasparqueszoologicos@almunecar.es
Opening Times are:
From October until March included: Tuesday to Sunday 10:30am – 2pm and 4pm – 6pm.
During April, May, June and September: 10:30am – 2pm and 5pm – 8pm.
During July and August: 10:30am – 2pm and 6pm – 9pm.
Admission fee: adults 4 euros, children and pensioners 2 euros.
Tickets are on sale up to 30 minutes before closing
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Horse Riding on the Costa Tropical: Galloping through Paradise
The Costa Tropical in Granada, Spain, is a captivating destination for horseback riding enthusiasts, offering stunning beaches, rugged terrain, and lush landscapes. Catering to riders of all levels, this region features diverse trails for leisurely rides or adventurous excursions. Experience the thrill of beach rides with rhythmic waves and sea breezes, or explore the ancient trails of the Sierra Nevada mountains for a rugged adventure. Equestrian centers provide professional guides and well-trained horses, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey immersed in nature. While riding, it’s essential to respect the environment by sticking to designated trails and following guidelines. Whether trotting along the coastline or navigating mountain paths, horseback riding on the Costa Tropical promises an unforgettable equestrian escapade amidst its natural beauty.
Cactus and Succulent Garden Teresa
Discover and impressive collection of from various parts of the world, with more than 1000 different species
The Jardín de Cactus Teresa is a charming botanical space located in the city of Motril. This garden, dedicated to the memory of Teresa Ortiz Vázquez, a lover of nature and cacti, is an oasis of beauty and tranquility in the heart of the Costa Tropical. Its establishment was made possible by the donation of nearly six hundred plants from the private collection of Manuel Soler, a biologist and professor at the University of Granada, known for numerous publications in specialized journals and books. He was a distinguished scientist and head of the Zoology department at the university, who continued to cultivate these plants after his wife Teresa passed away in a traffic accident. She was a true cactus enthusiast, a passion that he inherited and maintained.
The garden houses an impressive collection of cacti and succulents from various parts of the world, with more than 1000 different species. They have been carefully cultivated to create a unique and exotic environment. Visitors can stroll along winding paths, admiring a diverse range of shapes, colors, and sizes of cacti, from the columnar and spiky forms of cacti to the lush and curious shapes of succulents. It is considered one of the best collections of this type of plants. Currently, this collection of cacti and succulents continues to expand, aiming to become one of the most important natural spaces in Europe for the conservation of cactaceae plants.
The concept of this garden creates a space that differs from the usual cactus gardens, aiming to establish a collection with the greatest possible number of different species. Additionally, the Teresa Garden is distributed along its path into various spaces designated for specific typologies. We find biogeographical zones such as Madagascar or the Canary Islands; areas dedicated to specific genera like Aloes, Mammillaria, Rebutia, and Sulcorebutia or Opuntia; and finally, zones based on developmental characteristics.
