Playa de Mojacar
One of the more hidden gems on the Andalusian coast, Mojacar is well worth a trip. It boasts a rugged coastline with winding bends, spectacular views, and some phenomenal beaches. At its heart is the incredibly pretty old town, packed with places to eat, drink and shop.
First up is the most-frequented of Mojacar’s beaches. Playa de Mojacar is actually a string of smaller sandy beaches, with bright blue sea that’s calm and shallow for the most part.
A road with ample parking runs right along the back of the beach, so you can pop down to any spot that takes your fancy. There’s a modern promenade to stroll along too, dotted with ice-cream stands and children’s playparks.
From Mojacar village – an almost painfully photogenic collection of white buildings adorned with tumbling flowers and colourful doors and windows – your access point is the Parque Commercial, where you can buy everything from top-up sun cream to snacks, inflatables and a spare swimsuit.
Some of the most popular activities here – besides swimming, sunbathing and sampling the fresh-from-the-ocean fish – are sea kayaking, boat tours, paddleboarding and taking scuba diving trips to the Cabo de Gata Natural Park.
There are multiple dive sites and courses for all levels, from beginners to those looking to get their next qualification. Divers frequently spot coral, colourful fish, eels, crabs and even octopus.
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