We begin with an ascent into the foothills of the Sierra Cabrera, following the Argar route of the Camino de Santiago for a little way. Then we walk along a scenic ridge that offers sweeping views of the mountains, the beaches below, Mojácar Playa and the port of Garrucha in the distance. At the end of the ridge, we reach a high viewpoint from which we begin our descent down a fairly steep path.

The path winds down to a larger track, which takes us down to the first beach. We then proceed to the second wild beach. Weather and mood permitting, we can stop for a refreshing dip at one of the two beaches along the way.

Then we begin the final leg of the route, heading up a winding dry river valley, which takes us back to our starting point.

This route requires a certain degree of fitness and confidence with hill walking, as it is about 8 km long, takes about 2.5-3 hours and involves an ascent of about 250m.