When planning that special holiday on the Costa del Sol in Spain, we all look forward to lazy relaxing afternoons on the beach or by the pool, soaking up that fabulous sunshine. But what about when you’ve soaked your fill or need a little change of pace?  

For the kids and the kids at heart, we’ve got you covered! Here are the top 5 family activities and adventures that will tick all the boxes: 

Nothing beats a trip to one of our local water parks.Aquamijas is only a 30-minute drive from Casa Eucalyptus and is a perfect destination for a family adventure. The park offers a fun selection of slides from the “Kamikaze” for the big kids to the “Jungle” for the little ones, as well as a wave pool and swimming pool plus lots more. Even on busy summer days, there are plenty of sunbeds with parasols. You can choose to bring a packed lunch or enjoy reasonably priced meals and snacks from the park restaurants. To avoid entrance queues and get the best prices, we recommend booking online. Don’t forget the sunscreen! 

Bioparc Fuengirola, located only a few minutes from Aquamijas, is the ultimate zoo-immersion experience in which visitors are invited to explore the magical rainforests and resident animals of Madagascar, continental Africa, Southeast Asia as well as Indo-Pacific islands. In addition to meeting many rare and endangered species enclosed in their natural habitats, the little ones (and big ones) can learn important lessons about conservation of both animals and their natural habitats. A one-of-a-kind park and a must see! 

Aventura Amazonia is sure to get the thumbs up from the whole family. Only a 20-minute drive from Casa Eucalyptus, this adventure in the treetops offers 6 various leveled circuits with more than 20 ziplines. The MiniKids area is perfect for adventurers from age 4 to 7. Childcare is also provided in case you muster up the courage to take on some of the tougher circuits. A perfect activity to get that adrenaline flowing!

A day spent in Tivoli World will pack extra fun! This amusement park has it all from thrilling rides to carnival games, theatre and shows for all ages. Just a 40-minute drive to Benalmadena, the park is easily accessible from the motorway. Be sure to check out opening hours as they do vary season to season. A visit to this park will guarantee happy tots!

A holiday on the Coast is not complete without a visit to Selwo Marina, located in Benalmadena. This park features a unique collection of marine mammals, birds, fish and reptiles enclosed in pristine habitats. Be sure to check out the dolphin and sea lion shows as they are not only entertaining but educational as well. As a bonus, you can even partake in a unique face to face encounter with a dolphin or penguins or take a plunge with a sea lion! (don’t forget your cossie!)

So there you have it! A few ideas to get you started in planning your Casa Eucalyptus holiday . Don’t worry if you don’t get to them all as there’s always a next time 🙂