ACTIVITIES
walking tour of historic baza
One foot in the Past: A Journey Through Baza Step back in time and explore the rich history and hidden gems of this charming Spanish town. Join your knowledgeable guide, Danny, on a captivating walking tour that will transport you through centuries of culture, architecture, and tales from Baza's fascinating past. Get ready to discover the secrets that lie beneath the cobblestone streets and experience the magic of Baza as you've never seen it before.
hiking & biking
Surrounded by some of the most stuffing landscapes that rural Andalucia has to offer, you will be spoilt for choice. Click the link to see our recommended hiking and biking routes.
wild swimming locations
In this area you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to wild swimming locations. Get your GPS ready and go exploring to find these incredible locations.
Baños de Zujar, natural hot springs
owl & bird of prey experience
This is an experience you won't want to miss. An 11th century cave house, located in the beautiful countryside of Benamaurel (Granada province, Spain) is home to a very special group of birds and animals. It's not a zoo, far from it. It's relaxing, interactive, educational and enjoyable. Each little soul has a story to tell, from Lucy the Little owl with impaired eyesight to Florian the stub tailed Meerkat. Cortijo Búho is not open to the general public but you are very welcome to visit as long as you make an appointment first. Due to the Summer heat all appointments start at 10am so that the owls can return to their cave mews before it's too warm. Winter appointments start at 11am (weather depending). Children are welcome to visit but they must remain calm and in control as the owls are easily spooked and their welfare is a priority.
kayak & paddle board
Explore Lake Negratin by kayak or paddle board under the supervision of these experienced guides. Piraguas Negratin has been offering this service on Lake Negratin for over 20 years.
on-site massage & other treatments
Enjoy a relaxing treatment in your cave or, when available, in our treatment room located in the Main House. With 40 years experience, Christiane is a highly qualified Physiotherapist, Psychologist, & practitioner of Body Psychotherapy. Originally from Berlin, Christiane has been living & practicing in Spain for the past 7 years. DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE: working on the fascia, muscles & ligaments. Very effective for sports injuries. REFLECTIVE BREATHING THERAPY: a massage technique to regulate and deepen breathing RELAXATION MASSAGE: releases psychological tension & burn-out syndrome. Includes foot reflexology & Reiki KINESIOLOGICAL TAPING: for acute pain & injury
VILLAGES & TOWNS
USEFUL INFORMATION
There is no better way to get to know Andalucia than through the many fascinating traditional festivals. The local fiesta is the moment when every town and village strives to put on a splendid show, not only for themselves but also for those who come from afar to admire and enjoy. Over 3,000 fiestas are celebrated every year in Andalucia, including fairs, pilgrimages, carnivals, mock battles between Moors and Christians and religious processions. Each town and village has at least one patron saint and the procession is in their name. In fact, there's scarcely a day in the year without a fiesta.
