{"id":2940,"date":"2011-12-01T11:36:30","date_gmt":"2011-12-01T10:36:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/?p=2940"},"modified":"2019-01-23T16:12:18","modified_gmt":"2019-01-23T15:12:18","slug":"cable-car-ride-to-the-top-of-benalmadena-an-exciting-albeit-hair-raising-family-day-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/holiday-tips\/cable-car-ride-to-the-top-of-benalmadena-an-exciting-albeit-hair-raising-family-day-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Cable Car Ride to the Top of Benalm\u00e1dena: An Exciting (albeit hair-raising) Family Day Out"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Views towards M\u00e1laga from the top of Benalmadena<\/p><\/div>\n

Now, I have to admit that I am not fond of heights; actually, I\u2019m terrified of them. So when my wife suggested we take our twin daughters on a cable car ride to the top of Calamorro Mountain behind Benalm\u00e1dena, you can imagine my reaction!<\/p>\n

We always try and make the most of our weekends together and take the girls on little \u201cadventures\u201d and as the weather was gorgeous, I \u2013 reluctantly \u2013 agreed to give it a go.<\/p>\n

Working at Sunset Beach Club, I\u2019ve often spoken to guests and colleagues who raved about their trip up to the top of Benalm\u00e1dena on the cable car; this was the perfect opportunity to see what all the fuss was about.<\/p>\n

The cable car sets off from Tivoli World (it\u2019s actually just beside it). Pricing might seem a little steep, especially if there are 4 of you; however, it\u2019s well worth it! These are the rates:<\/p>\n

Adult One Way- \u20ac7.30<\/p>\n

Adult Return – \u20ac13<\/p>\n

Children (3 to 7) and Pensioners, One way \u2013 \u20ac5.20<\/p>\n

Children (3 to 7) and Pensioners \u2013 Return – \u20ac9.80<\/p>\n

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The Views towards Gibraltar and North Africa<\/p><\/div>\n

Not sure if you noticed, but the above prices include One Way tickets\u2026 You have to be really adventurous to buy one of those because it\u2019s a hell of a long way down that mountain! Take my word for it, pay for a return ticket \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

Back to my cable car experience. After paying for our tickets, we made our way to the \u201cloading bay\u201d to head up the mountain. I was already feeling a little nervous and \u2013 according to my wife \u2013 had turned rather pale; however, when I saw the size of the gondolas, I really started to have second thoughts\u2026they are tiny!<\/p>\n

My wife and 4 year old daughters managed to push me into the small cabin (gondola) and we were off. Unfortunately for me, although the weather was gorgeous with plenty of sun, it was a little windy. This meant that our little gondola was moving around a little too much for my liking. The kids were loving it, I, however, was holding on for dear life!<\/p>\n

Luckily, the trip only lasts 15 minutes and before long we were climbing out of the gondola, 800m above sea level, and ready to explore.<\/p>\n

There are various walking routes that visitors can wander along, all leading to different sightseeing points distributed along the top of the mountain. Whilst my wife took the girls to see the birds of prey show \u2013 with eagles, owls, falcons and more\u2026 – I decided to venture along the steepest path which lead to the very summit of Calamorro Mountain. I figured that I had weathered the dreaded cable car ride so I might as well go the whole hog and enjoy the views from the top of the mountain.<\/p>\n

10 minutes later I reached the top and boy was it worth it! The views are absolutely amazing. You\u2019ve literally got 360\u00ba views of the whole Coast, from M\u00e1laga all the way to Gibraltar and the Atlas mountains of Morocco beyond. There\u2019s also a great view over Benalm\u00e1dena and Sunset Beach Club (See photo).<\/p>\n

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Sunset Beach Club from the top of the mountain<\/p><\/div>\n

After taking the mandatory photos, I headed back down another of the set routes and met the family at the cafeteria. We had actually brought along a picnic; however, the prices at the cafeteria weren\u2019t too bad: \u20ac2.95 for a coffee and pastry and \u20ac9.50 for a small pizza and half a litre of coke.<\/p>\n

After enjoying the views for a while longer, it was time to head back down the mountain. I\u2019m happy to report that, this time, the ride wasn\u2019t too bad; probably because I knew what to expect  \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t mind heights and enjoy spectacular views, I thoroughly recommend a trip on the Benalm\u00e1dena Cable Car. It\u2019s only 15 minutes up the mountain and once you are there, the kids can enjoy the interesting and educational birds of prey show, whilst you relax and take in the amazing sights and sounds of Benalmadena\u2019s highest point.<\/p>\n

Have you been on the Benalmadena Cable Car? Did you enjoy the experience? Am I overreacting about the height issue? Let us know in the comments below\u2026<\/p>\n

Are you looking for a hotel or accommodation in Benalmadena? At Sunset Beach Club we offer comfortable apartments and all the services you’d expect from a 4-star hotel. Visit www.sunsetbeachclub.com<\/a> for more information and to check availability!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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