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Parque Acuatico Mijas

Fuengirola, N340 km209

One of the best water fun parks around, located on the outskirts of Fuengirola. Wave pool, kamikaze slide, body skiing, water chutes, adventure river with winding raft slides and a mini aqua park for small children. The park also offers a full entertainment program, including shows for the children, water aerobics, regional dances, beach volleyball competitions, mini golf and rock climbing.

  • Tickets: 12 adults, 7 children 4-12 years, 4 pensioners over 65

  • Discount of 40% after 15.00, or 16.00 in August

  • Free admittance for second child (aged 4-12) of a family

  • Tel: 00 34 952 46 04 04 / 00 34 952 46 04 09


Fuengirola Zoo

Avda. Camilo Jose Cela, Fuengirola, N340 km208

Fuengirola’s visitor and animal-friendly zoo has a wide range of species from around the world, maintained in a humane environment. As you wander through this simulated tropical forest, lush with vegetation, rivers and waterfalls, you'll see crocodiles basking on the sandy shores of the Nile, Sumatra tigers bathing besides Angkor Wat, lemurs playing around an ancient Baobab tree and, if you're brave, bats flitting around abandoned mines. There is a "Claro de Selva", where you can see birds and mammals living in their own natural habitat.

  • Tickets: 12.30 adults, 8.60 children

  • Two tours daily - mornings and afternoons.

  • Open daily from 10am

  • Tel: 00 34 952 66 63 01

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Luxury golf holiday villa apartment Costa del Sol Spain direct from owner beach holiday rental

Parrots

Lemurs


Selwo Adventure Safari Park

Estepona, N340 km162.5

Selwo Aventura is a wonderful nature park set in 100 hectares of land on mountainous terrain. ome to more than 2000 animals from 5 continents, the animals live freely, recreating their natural habitats. The park is split into 4 areas, each with different species of animal in natural surroundings, including Lion, Bengal Tiger, Anaconda, Bats, Bison, Buffalo, Bears, White Rhino, Indian Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Antelope, Camel, Oryx and Yak, as well as a host of monkeys and bird life. For those more adventurous souls there is also a selection of physical activities to enjoy; from Camel rides and trekking, to rope slides.

  • Tickets: 15 adults, 11 children & senior citizens

  • Tel: 00 34 952 79 21 50

  • Open daily from 10am-7pm

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Luxury golf holiday villa apartment Costa del Sol Spain direct from owner beach holiday rental

Luxury golf holiday villa apartment Costa del Sol Spain direct from owner beach holiday rental

Luxury golf holiday villa apartment Costa del Sol Spain direct from owner beach holiday rental

Selwo Park

Bird of Prey Show

View of coast from Selwo

Peacocks at Selwo


Selwo Marina

Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, N340 km222

This attraction brings together sea life and the birds of South America. Visit the Dolphinarium to see the dolphins and sea lions, then move onto the Papagayo Club and see a variety of exotic birds in flight and watch demonstrations about their way of life. One highlight of Selwo Marina is Ice Island where you see the resident penguins. Think of all those Happy Feet!!

  • Tickets: 12.90 adults, 8.90 children & senior citizens

  • Tel: 00 34 902 19 04 82

  • Open from 10am-8pm in summer and closed Mondays Nov-Jan

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Selwo Marina


Telecabina

Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, N340 km222

The telecabina takes you on a 15-minute journey in a four-person cable car right to the highest point on the Malaga coast. At an altitude of almost 800m above sea level you have magnificent views of the Costa del Sol. On a clear day you can see Gibraltar and the coast of Africa.

  • Tickets: 10 adults, 7 children 4-12 years

  • Normal opening hours are 10am-11.30pm subject to weather conditions


Tivoli World

Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, N340 km222

Tivoli World is a theme park similar to Disney World and like Disney it uses it's own currency called the "Tivolino". Main features include over 30 rides & attractions, Flamenco dancing shows, Wild West shows, Live music, Children's shows, Comedy and Restaurants.

  • Tickets: 6, children under 1 metre free

  • Open weekends from 12.00pm


Funny Beach

Marbella, N340 km184

Funny Beach Marbella offers a range of games and water sports for all ages; from young children to adult adrenalin-junkies. Race your friends in a go-kart or relax indoors with a laid-back game of pool. For those with an adventurous spirit there are bumper boats, electric bikes and even a mechanical bull to show off your rodeo skills! Alternatively, head out across the Mediterranean waters on a jet-ski or a speedy banana boat ride. There are also trampolines, indoor video games, pool tables and a restaurant that offers a buffet service and fun dishes for children.

  • FREE Admission

  • Tel: 00 34 952 82 33 59

  • Open 11.00am-2.00am Summer, 11.00am-11.00pm Winter


Pro-Dive

Marbella & Estepona

Experience the best scuba diving on the Costa del Sol! PRO DIVE has highly qualified and experienced professional instructors teaching courses under the world's largest diver training organisation, PADI. Their courses range from complete beginner to instructor and beyond. They teach in English, German, Spanish and French.

  • Tel: 00 34 956 58 27 00


Cable Ski

Parque de las Medranas, San Pedro de Alcantara, N340 km172

Cable Ski Marbella is set on a huge natural lake in Guadalmina and offers the latest in water-skiing adventures. This attraction is for those wanting to learn to water-ski, improve their water-skiing, or just for those who want a fun day out. The cable system pulls skiers around the lake and can be set at a speed to suit your ability. Each trip lasts about a minute. You can kneeboard, wakeboard or water-ski.

  • Tickets: Prices vary depending on number of circuits required, but start at 4 circuits for 8

  • Open from 11am to 9pm, closed Mondays

  • Tel: 00 34 952 78 55 79


Hipodromo Costa del Sol

Parque Miramar, El Chaparral, Mijas Costa, N340 km212

The Hipodromo Costa del Sol features two 25m wide sand tracks of 1700m and 1600m, an athletics track and 2 steeplechase courses, with floodlighting for night racing. There is a 30,000m2 plaza with seating for 2,000 with a direct view of the track and a new grandstand accommodating 5000 spectators. The Hipodromo also offers horse riding lessons for adults and children and facilities to entertain and teach children with special needs.

  • Tickets: 5, children under 18 free

  • Open occasional Sundays from 10am to 11pm

  • Tel: 00 34 952 59 27 00