James Daniel Holman on a via ferrata in Andalucía
James Daniel Holman Rescue & Safety Training
Via ferrata · Rock climbing · Andalucía

Experiences.

Guided via ferrata and rock climbing in the mountains of Andalucía, led by a professional rescue trainer and climber. Group events on set dates, or a private day on the date you choose. All equipment included.

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Every trip

What's included

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Your guide

Professional rescue trainer and via ferrata guide, plus an assistant on every trip.

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All equipment

Via ferrata set, harness, helmet and gloves, checked before every trip.

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Briefing and coaching

Safety briefing and technique coaching on the rock, at your pace.

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You bring

Boots or approach shoes with grip, climbing-friendly clothes, 1.5 L water, snacks, sun cream.

Good general fitness needed. No climbing experience needed for Ronda. Tell me about any medical conditions when you book. Weather and safety decisions are made on the day by the guide.

Gaucín Double
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Full day · K3–K4

Gaucín Double

Two via ferratas in one day: the Castillo del Águila above the white village, then the big wall of the Sierra del Hacho.

GradeK3 · K4 option on the cable ladder
On the rockApprox. 1 h + 2 h 30
From San RoqueApprox. 50 min
Group size5 to 8 · guide + assistant
Gaucín from the south
Gaucín from the south · Photo: JoseTomasTocino · CC BY-SA 4.0
View from the Castillo del Águila
View from the Castillo del Águila · Photo: Mussklprozz · CC BY-SA 3.0
The day
  • 08:30Meet in San Roque, or in Gaucín at 09:15
  • 09:30Safety briefing and kit check at the castle
  • 09:45Vía Ferrata Castillo del Águila: monkey bridges and a 30 m zip line
  • 11:15Coffee in Gaucín
  • 12:00Transfer to Puerto del Negro, 15 min walk-in
  • 12:30Vía Ferrata Sierra del Hacho: 135 m equipped, 50 m zip line
  • 15:00Late lunch in Gaucín (not included)
  • 17:00Back in San Roque
Group event€110per person · minimum 5
Private tour€4401–2 people · +€75 each extra person, up to 6
Tajo de Ronda
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Half day · Beginner-friendly

Tajo de Ronda

Climb out of the 100 m gorge beneath the Puente Nuevo, the most famous bridge in Andalucía. The best first via ferrata in the south.

GradeEasy · ideal first via ferrata
On the rockApprox. 2 h
From San RoqueApprox. 1 h 20
Group size5 to 10 · guide + assistant
The Tajo and the Puente Nuevo
The Tajo and the Puente Nuevo · Photo: Christopher Down · CC BY 4.0
Parador de Ronda on the gorge edge
Parador de Ronda on the gorge edge · Photo: Vanbasten 23 · CC BY-SA 3.0
James at the Puente Nuevo
James at the Puente Nuevo · Photo: Madi Roth
The day
  • 09:00Meet in Ronda
  • 09:15Safety briefing and kit check
  • 09:45Vía Ferrata Tajo de Ronda, sections I and II, below the Puente Nuevo
  • 12:00Walk up into the old town
  • 12:30Free time and lunch in Ronda (not included)
Group event€70per person · minimum 5
Private tour€2901–2 people · +€50 each extra person, up to 6
Serranía de Ronda Weekend
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Weekend · 2 days · 1 night

Serranía de Ronda Weekend

Two days in the limestone mountains west of Ronda: the long Montejaque route with its 72 m zip line, a night in Ronda, then the steep Benaoján route.

GradeMedium · overhangs and a zip line
SeasonJuly to December only (bird nesting closure 1 Jan – 1 Jul)
From San RoqueApprox. 1 h 30
Group size5 to 8 · guide + assistant
Montejaque village
Montejaque village · Photo: Ronnie Macdonald · CC BY 2.0
Cerro Tavizna, near Montejaque
Cerro Tavizna, near Montejaque · Photo: Davidruiz91 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Cueva del Gato, Benaoján
Cueva del Gato, Benaoján · Photo: Berrocal1950 · CC BY-SA 4.0
The day
  • Day 1 · 09:30Meet in Montejaque, briefing and kit check
  • Day 1 · 10:00Vía Ferrata Montejaque: 260 m long, 178 m drop, 72 m zip line
  • Day 1 · 14:00Lunch, then check in near Ronda
  • Day 1 · EveningFree evening in Ronda
  • Day 2 · 09:30Vía Ferrata Benaoján: short, steep, with an overhang
  • Day 2 · 12:30Finish, lunch and drive home
Group event€265per person · minimum 5 · without accommodation
With accommodation€330per person · 1 night twin-share hotel with breakfast
Private weekend€900for 2 people · without accommodation
Rock climbing

Climbing days

Guided rock climbing at crags near Ronda, Gaucín and the coast, chosen for the group's level. Harness, helmet, shoes and ropes included.

Rock Climbing Taster

Your first time on real rock: harness, knots, belaying and climbing on a top rope.

Half day€65per person · min. 4, max. 6Book

Rock Climbing Skills Day

Footwork, movement and technique on harder routes, with coaching all day.

1 day€110per person · min. 4, max. 6Book

Ropework, Belaying & Anchors

Knots, belaying, building and checking anchors, and lowering off safely.

1 day€110per person · min. 4, max. 6Book

Private Climbing

Your own guide, your pace, your choice of day.

Half or full day€220half day for 1–2 people · €380 full day · +€50 per extra person, up to 4Book
James Daniel Holman with climbing kit
Photo: Madi Roth

Group days run when the minimum number is booked.