cove below cliffs
Nerja · Costa del Sol
Playa de Maro
A compact cove beneath the Maro cliffs and a good kayaking base in calm conditions. Less convenient than Burriana, but more scenic.
Before you go
A beach is good only when it fits the plan
Access and parking are limited. Do not launch in poor conditions and use legal operators.
Information policyFacilities and rules can change seasonally. We link to the local official source and avoid pretending that every shower or beach bar operates all year.
dark sand and shingle
kayaking and snorkelling
yes, though access is less convenient
Practical details
Access, food and facilities
A narrow road from Maro and limited parking.
Limited seasonal facilities; bring water and food.
Book kayaks with a legal operator, especially in summer.
This is a sensitive protected coast, so respect closed areas.
Check local notices, lifeguard flags and temporary restrictions on the day. Sea conditions matter more than any guide.