TABERNAS DESERT      HORSE RIDING     DIVING     WATER PARK     BEACHES

The Tabernas Desert, 25 km north of Almeria has for decades provided film makers with suitable locations for a range of movies set in the frontier land of the "wild west". As Europe's only real desert the dramatic natural scenery continues to inspire a number of directors that has included Sergio Leone. The Spaghetti Westerns of the late 60's were all filmed here in one of three film sets in the area.

Mini Hollywood, Almeria
Western Leone, Almeria   All are now open to the public as theme parks and some continue as film sets. Texas Hollywood, Mini Hollywood and Western Leone all provide a flavour of the "Wild West" and will present you with some familiar scenes. They all provide daily shows recreating the Wild West. All the parks are within a few kilometres of each other 25 km north of Almeria city on the A370 west of Tabernas.
Mini Hollywood even has a zoo with exotic birds, African animals and reptiles offering walking tours and jeep safaris. It is best to check the opening times of the parks when you know your travel dates.
Mini Hollywood tel: 00 34 950 36523
Texas Hollywood tel: 00 34 950 061
Western Leone tel: 00 34 950 16540
Texas Hollywood, Almeria

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The beauty of Andalucia is the diverse geography of the region. On the one hand is one of the remaining unspoilt areas of the Mediterranean coast - Costa Almeria, on the other hand is the Sierra Cabrerras. That contrast means that you could be riding along the beach or trekking through the stunning scenery of the Sierra Cabrerras Mountains. Either way it is set to be a stunning riding experience.
These three centres are all within 20 minutes of Valle del Este.

 

Cueva del Lobo Riding Centre

  

Didi Arias

Cueva del Lobo Riding Centre
Mojacar Beach

Tel: 00 34 950 478 991
  Cortijo Kupanda

Cortijo Kupanda

Los Gallardos
Road to Garrucha

Tel: 00 34 950 479314
  Rancho Cabrera

Rancho Cabrera

Cortijo Cabrera
Turre

Tel:00 34 950 528 080

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Scubajive, Mojacar Playa  

Scubajive, Mojacar Playa

Tel: +34 950 473 136 Mob: +34 606 182 696

Web Site

 

There are various diving organisations in the area offering everything from trial dives to more advanced qualifications. There are a variety of dive sites just off the coast in the Mediterranean from shallow reefs to the more demanding wall sites and wrecks. The warm and clear waters mean that whether it's your first dive or not its sure to be a pleasant experience. See tropical fish, octopus and more close up.
Viva Riva Diving Centre, Mojacar Playa  

Viva Riva Diving Centre, Mojacar Playa

Tel: +34 950 467 572 Mob: +34 679 241 908

Web Site

Centro Escuela Buceo, Mojacar Playa

Centro Escuela Buceo, Mojacar Playa

+34 950 472 760

Web Site

 

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Vera Water Park

  

The Vera Water Park is close to Vera Playa between Garrucha and Puerto Rey. It is open daily from early May until the end of September. It is best to check the park's web site for opening times if you are visiting at either end of the season.

Web Site
     

 

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Valle del Este is just a few kilometres from the Mediterranean and its miles of unspoilt beaches. Mojacar Playa has all the facilities you would expect of a holiday destination with 9 km of sandy beaches stretching from the Cabo de Gatar Natural Park to the South West to Marina de la Torres to the North East. The more adventurous are likely to find that perfect beach or cove on the coast of the Natural Park to the south.

  

Mojacar Playa
Garrucha Beach   North West a long the coast from Mojacar is the fishing port of Garrucha with its small but pristine beach. Garrucha is best known for its seafood restaurants and fresh fish market. The beach to the North East of Garrucha continues uninterrupted to Puerto Rey and Vera Playa, the site of the Valle del Este Beach Club.
The Beach Club has all the facilities you need for a day at the beach from sailing and sports facilities to restaurants and bars, not forgetting the free shuttle bus to and from the Golf Resort. Continuing along the beach to Vera Playa you will find a naturist beach, resort and facilities. Vera Playa