Rijana Beach
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Rijana Beach is a hidden gem on the Granada coastline, offering stunning views and crystal-clear waters that make it a perfect spot for snorkeling and enjoying the beauty of nature. Visitors often describe the beach as 'beautiful' and 'tranquil,' with a lovely atmosphere. Here are some key highlights and considerations based on various reviews:
- Highlights:
- Beautiful, crystal-clear waters ideal for snorkeling and kayaking.
- A nearby beach bar (chiringuito) for refreshments, although it has limited food options.
- Access through a short tunnel, making it a unique location.
- A relatively short walk from parking, though the descent can be steep.
- Plenty of fish and marine life to observe.
- Considerations:
- Parking can be limited, especially in summer; it is best to arrive early.
- The beach can become crowded during peak season.
- The sandy entrance can be rocky, so wearing water shoes is recommended.
- Some users noted issues with litter and cleanliness in certain areas.
- Be cautious of jellyfish during summer months.
Overall, Rijana Beach is a highly recommended destination for beach lovers, nature enthusiasts, and families alike. Just make sure to prepare ahead for the best experience!
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Below you will find 55 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
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Fantastic experience: Nice and calm beach, very few locals chilling around. There’s parking, you reach the beach via a tunnel, it’s amazing. Rocky, be careful in water.
Fantastic experience: Very beautiful beach. A lot of privacy. Close to Calahonda. Regular parking. But overall good. Except it lacks a beach bar.
Fantastic experience: Spectacular. There is a beach bar, although limited in variety. The beach is stunning. There is very limited parking at the top. You park and walk down to the beach (takes 5 minutes). I loved it.
Fantastic experience: FANTASTIC BEACH! crowded (it was August 11), but you can still have a good time, people come and go and the atmosphere is very calm. Spectacular and warm sea. There is a small bar with honest prices that sells everything from salmorejo to hot dogs, very convenient if you have kids to feed. They rent SUPs (12 euros per hour) and kayaks, and I saw that they also had group lessons. You access it through a tunnel, up on the road there is parking, but it is not huge, on the first day we parked a bit farther down the road, but it's super doable. From the parking lot, the descent through the tunnel takes 5 minutes. Charming place, wild but at the same time accessible and with that minimum of services. I didn't see any showers.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful cove with clear and crystal clear water in the province of Granada. Although the beach is made of stones (larger at the entrance to the water, smaller at the shore), it is worth the walk (short, no more than 10 minutes) to enjoy clean water, perfect for snorkeling. The nearest parking is usually full unless you arrive very early (in our case, a Sunday in August at 11), but with a bit of luck, you can find a parking spot.
Below you will find 4 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
Fantastic experience: You park on the same road, when you set the location it shows up, there are about 2 parking areas, I recommend going early around 10:30 to 11 at the latest to park, you access it through a slope but it's easy to go down, it's not very steep, then a tunnel and you're at the beach. There's a beach bar with sandwiches, pizza, and salad; the food is average, I think it's pre-cooked and they just heat it up or something, between 5 and 10 euros, the best option is to bring your own food for sure. Crystal clear and very clean waters, there are garbage bins below to keep everything tidy and throw away the trash. Pets are allowed, one of the things I liked the most. I recommend bringing snorkeling goggles and water shoes; if you don't have goggles, you can rent them by the kayak for 5 euros a day. You can also rent sunbeds and umbrellas. And of course, kayaking tours.
Fantastic experience: Bellissima spiaggia, acqua cristallina. Inoltre c’è un piccolo bar che fa panini ottimi e da la possibilità di gustarli all’ombra e con un lieve venticello ristoratore della canicola estiva . Consigliatissima
Fantastic experience: Playa preciosa para ir con perros (en temporada baja) y hacer snorkel. Hay bastante sombra natural, y la playa es de piedras redondas.
Fantastic experience: Bonita playa de aguas cristalinas. Tiene fácil acceso desde el parking que está en la carretera. Puedes ir con perros, está genial.
Below you will find 29 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
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Positive experience: A small cove with a lot of charm, it's true that its sand comes from quarries, but the surroundings filled with cliffs and caves make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia.
Positive experience: A charming little cove, it is true that its sand comes from quarries, but the environment full of cliffs and caves makes it one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia.
Positive experience: A small cove with a lot of charm, it is true that its sand comes from quarries, but the surroundings filled with cliffs and caves make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful cove with clear and crystal clear water in the province of Granada. Although the beach is made of stones (larger at the entrance to the water, smaller at the shore), it is worth the walk (short, no more than 10 minutes) to enjoy clean water, perfect for snorkeling. The nearest parking is usually full unless you arrive very early (in our case, a Sunday in August at 11), but with a bit of luck, you can find a parking spot.
Positive experience: Stone beach (near the water) and sand, the water is incredibly clear, you can see many fish. There is a beach bar. You have to leave the car on the road and walk down to the beach; the descent is not difficult.
Below you will find 28 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
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Fantastic experience: Very beautiful beach. A lot of privacy. Close to Calahonda. Regular parking. But overall good. Except it lacks a beach bar.
Fantastic experience: Spectacular. There is a beach bar, although limited in variety. The beach is stunning. There is very limited parking at the top. You park and walk down to the beach (takes 5 minutes). I loved it.
Positive experience: The beach is beautiful; however, it is overcrowded. There is a parking area where you can park upon arrival (if you go early). Dogs can no longer go from June 15 to September 15. Before it was allowed because it is a beach without a lifeguard, and natural. What a shame. There is a beach bar that opens when it wants, with soft drinks, ice creams, and sandwiches. (So it is advisable to bring your own things.)
Fantastic experience: It’s a cove that is highly recommended. I suggest arriving early because the parking is small and fills up quickly. There you will find a beach bar and a place to rent aquatic equipment, like paddle surf, kayak,... You will have a great day and see beautiful views.
Fantastic experience: You park on the same road, when you set the location it shows up, there are about 2 parking areas, I recommend going early around 10:30 to 11 at the latest to park, you access it through a slope but it's easy to go down, it's not very steep, then a tunnel and you're at the beach. There's a beach bar with sandwiches, pizza, and salad; the food is average, I think it's pre-cooked and they just heat it up or something, between 5 and 10 euros, the best option is to bring your own food for sure. Crystal clear and very clean waters, there are garbage bins below to keep everything tidy and throw away the trash. Pets are allowed, one of the things I liked the most. I recommend bringing snorkeling goggles and water shoes; if you don't have goggles, you can rent them by the kayak for 5 euros a day. You can also rent sunbeds and umbrellas. And of course, kayaking tours.
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Positive experience: The beach is beautiful; however, it is overcrowded. There is a parking area where you can park upon arrival (if you go early). Dogs can no longer go from June 15 to September 15. Before it was allowed because it is a beach without a lifeguard, and natural. What a shame. There is a beach bar that opens when it wants, with soft drinks, ice creams, and sandwiches. (So it is advisable to bring your own things.)
Below you will find 69 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
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Fantastic experience: Nice and calm beach, very few locals chilling around. There’s parking, you reach the beach via a tunnel, it’s amazing. Rocky, be careful in water.
Fantastic experience: One of the most beautiful beaches on the Costa Tropical! Surrounded by cliffs and clear blue water, La Rijana is perfect for a quiet day in nature. It’s a bit remote, so come prepared with food, drinks, and good shoes—but the scenery is absolutely worth it!
Fantastic experience: Quiet place with very cool waters.
Fantastic experience: Very beautiful beach! The water is crystal clear and the coves are spectacular. We loved it ❤️
Fantastic experience: Beautiful cove with clear and crystal clear water in the province of Granada. Although the beach is made of stones (larger at the entrance to the water, smaller at the shore), it is worth the walk (short, no more than 10 minutes) to enjoy clean water, perfect for snorkeling. The nearest parking is usually full unless you arrive very early (in our case, a Sunday in August at 11), but with a bit of luck, you can find a parking spot.
Below you will find 7 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
Fantastic experience: Sitio espectacular para ir con niños y una tabla de paddel surf ....
Fantastic experience: Calita idílica. Aguas transparentes y tranquilas. Es de tamaño medio, con suficiente playa y muy natural, rocosa con algo de arena fina de color oscuro, típico de esta zona. La entrada en el agua es progresiva con algo de piedra de diferentes tamaños. Colores turquesas y azules contrastan con rocas y peñascos. Hay chiringuito con sombra natural de alguna palmera y sombrillas del propio chiringuito. También hay servicio de alquiler de padle surf y kayak por libre o contratar ruta que dura unas dos horas. Hay que reservar. Justo en la entrada hay una zona de parquing, no es muy grande y suele llenarse rápido. Si estás por la zona, ¡te merecerá la pena! Si te ha resultado útil la reseña, dale al me gusta y compártela!!
Fantastic experience: Sitio espectacular para hacer Kayak y padel surf , tranquila y con buen ambiente
Fantastic experience: It’s a cove that is highly recommended. I suggest arriving early because the parking is small and fills up quickly. There you will find a beach bar and a place to rent aquatic equipment, like paddle surf, kayak,... You will have a great day and see beautiful views.
Fantastic experience: There is parking next to the road, and after going down a ramp and crossing a small tunnel, we reach the beach. The water is amazing, ideal for diving (there is rental for wetsuits and paddle surfing). You can dive with normal goggles without any problem all over the beach and you will see some octopuses, sea urchins on the rocks, and a wide variety of fish...
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Below you will find 22 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
Fantastic experience: Buen sitio para pasar una mañana y hace un poco de snorkel.
Fantastic experience: “Playa preciosa y tranquila, con aguas cristalinas ideales para hacer snorkel. Rodeada de acantilados que la hacen muy especial. El acceso es algo empinado y de grava, recomendable llevar zapatillas de agua. Aparcamiento pequeño, mejor llegar temprano. Pocas instalaciones, pero eso conserva su encanto natural. ¡Un rincón perfecto para desconectar!”
Fantastic experience: Beautiful cove with clear and crystal clear water in the province of Granada. Although the beach is made of stones (larger at the entrance to the water, smaller at the shore), it is worth the walk (short, no more than 10 minutes) to enjoy clean water, perfect for snorkeling. The nearest parking is usually full unless you arrive very early (in our case, a Sunday in August at 11), but with a bit of luck, you can find a parking spot.
Fantastic experience: To go snorkeling
Fantastic experience: The best beach for snorkeling, crystal clear waters, no waves...
Below you will find 8 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
Fantastic experience: One of the best beaches on the Granada coast and in Andalusia for diving or simply snorkeling. You will swim among schools of fish and see countless species of fish. Spectacular seabed and surroundings. Remains of a beach watchtower and a water point that has no communication with other towers, indicating the importance of this point. It was established to prevent incursions and the exit of the Muslim population. You need to go early as access is limited for vehicles and you can't go down to the beach like before, which is probably better, since the path is narrow and steep. Currently, there is parking next to the N340 road; I advise going early as it fills up quickly, especially in August. Occasionally, there is a person regulating parking. The descent is accessible but steep... On the beach, there is a water activities company and a beach bar for beers, mojitos, and some snacks... The restroom costs €1. Enjoy the place calmly and without haste... you have to snorkel... We will return, without a doubt!!!
Fantastic experience: De las mejores playas que tiene la costa tropical, un poco escondida de acceso no apto para todos los públicos, pero con aguas cristalinas, muchos peces para los adictos al buceo y unas puestas de sol increíbles
Positive experience: Agua impecable. Buena para buceo
Fantastic experience: Pequeña y paradisíaca cala. Con plata de piedras, donde se puede practicar el buceo,con unas condiciones excepcionales de visibilidad, por tener fondo rocoso y no haber arena que la enturbie.
Fantastic experience: Espectacular aguas transparentes y limpias, para que quieres ir a Menorca si tienes eta magnífica playa, el buceo muy bueno sobre todo para iniciar a niños. en plena temporada es aconselable ir temprano
Below you will find 13 reviews on this topic from people who have recently visited Playa Rijana.
Fantastic experience: Muy concurrido en verano. Pero es un sitio espectacular. Fácil aparcamiento. Tiene un chiringuito con un muy buen ambiente. Alquiler de kayak. La playa una maravilla. Duchas.
Fantastic experience: Calita idílica. Aguas transparentes y tranquilas. Es de tamaño medio, con suficiente playa y muy natural, rocosa con algo de arena fina de color oscuro, típico de esta zona. La entrada en el agua es progresiva con algo de piedra de diferentes tamaños. Colores turquesas y azules contrastan con rocas y peñascos. Hay chiringuito con sombra natural de alguna palmera y sombrillas del propio chiringuito. También hay servicio de alquiler de padle surf y kayak por libre o contratar ruta que dura unas dos horas. Hay que reservar. Justo en la entrada hay una zona de parquing, no es muy grande y suele llenarse rápido. Si estás por la zona, ¡te merecerá la pena! Si te ha resultado útil la reseña, dale al me gusta y compártela!!
Fantastic experience: Sitio espectacular para hacer Kayak y padel surf , tranquila y con buen ambiente
Fantastic experience: FANTASTIC BEACH! crowded (it was August 11), but you can still have a good time, people come and go and the atmosphere is very calm. Spectacular and warm sea. There is a small bar with honest prices that sells everything from salmorejo to hot dogs, very convenient if you have kids to feed. They rent SUPs (12 euros per hour) and kayaks, and I saw that they also had group lessons. You access it through a tunnel, up on the road there is parking, but it is not huge, on the first day we parked a bit farther down the road, but it's super doable. From the parking lot, the descent through the tunnel takes 5 minutes. Charming place, wild but at the same time accessible and with that minimum of services. I didn't see any showers.
Fantastic experience: It’s a cove that is highly recommended. I suggest arriving early because the parking is small and fills up quickly. There you will find a beach bar and a place to rent aquatic equipment, like paddle surf, kayak,... You will have a great day and see beautiful views.
Rijana Beach: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Nice and calm beach, very few locals chilling around. There’s parking, you reach the beach via a tunnel, it’s amazing. Rocky, be careful in water.
Fantastic experience: One of the most beautiful beaches on the Costa Tropical! Surrounded by cliffs and clear blue water, La Rijana is perfect for a quiet day in nature. It’s a bit remote, so come prepared with food, drinks, and good shoes—but the scenery is absolutely worth it!
Fantastic experience: Quiet place with very cool waters.
Positive experience: A small cove with a lot of charm, it's true that its sand comes from quarries, but the surroundings filled with cliffs and caves make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia.
Positive experience: A charming little cove, it is true that its sand comes from quarries, but the environment full of cliffs and caves makes it one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia.
Positive experience: A small cove with a lot of charm, it is true that its sand comes from quarries, but the surroundings filled with cliffs and caves make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia.
Fantastic experience: Very beautiful beach. A lot of privacy. Close to Calahonda. Regular parking. But overall good. Except it lacks a beach bar.
Fantastic experience: Very beautiful beach! The water is crystal clear and the coves are spectacular. We loved it ❤️
Fantastic experience: Splendid
Fantastic experience: Spectacular. There is a beach bar, although limited in variety. The beach is stunning. There is very limited parking at the top. You park and walk down to the beach (takes 5 minutes). I loved it.
Fantastic experience: FANTASTIC BEACH! crowded (it was August 11), but you can still have a good time, people come and go and the atmosphere is very calm. Spectacular and warm sea. There is a small bar with honest prices that sells everything from salmorejo to hot dogs, very convenient if you have kids to feed. They rent SUPs (12 euros per hour) and kayaks, and I saw that they also had group lessons. You access it through a tunnel, up on the road there is parking, but it is not huge, on the first day we parked a bit farther down the road, but it's super doable. From the parking lot, the descent through the tunnel takes 5 minutes. Charming place, wild but at the same time accessible and with that minimum of services. I didn't see any showers.
Fantastic experience: Very beautiful cove on the coast of Granada
Fantastic experience: Wonderful place with a lot of charm.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful cove with clear and crystal clear water in the province of Granada. Although the beach is made of stones (larger at the entrance to the water, smaller at the shore), it is worth the walk (short, no more than 10 minutes) to enjoy clean water, perfect for snorkeling. The nearest parking is usually full unless you arrive very early (in our case, a Sunday in August at 11), but with a bit of luck, you can find a parking spot.
Fantastic experience: The slope is steep. But it's worth it.
Negative experience: I wanted to know if this beach is nudist since I want to go to this beach on Thursday. Thank you very much and greetings.
Fantastic experience: One of the best beaches on the Granada coast and in Andalusia for diving or simply snorkeling. You will swim among schools of fish and see countless species of fish. Spectacular seabed and surroundings. Remains of a beach watchtower and a water point that has no communication with other towers, indicating the importance of this point. It was established to prevent incursions and the exit of the Muslim population. You need to go early as access is limited for vehicles and you can't go down to the beach like before, which is probably better, since the path is narrow and steep. Currently, there is parking next to the N340 road; I advise going early as it fills up quickly, especially in August. Occasionally, there is a person regulating parking. The descent is accessible but steep... On the beach, there is a water activities company and a beach bar for beers, mojitos, and some snacks... The restroom costs €1. Enjoy the place calmly and without haste... you have to snorkel... We will return, without a doubt!!!
Fantastic experience: To go snorkeling
Positive experience: Wild beach, but definitely very beautiful with a breathtaking view. The only thing is that there are no bars/restaurants and restrooms nearby... Bring everything you need with you.
Positive experience: The beach is beautiful; however, it is overcrowded. There is a parking area where you can park upon arrival (if you go early). Dogs can no longer go from June 15 to September 15. Before it was allowed because it is a beach without a lifeguard, and natural. What a shame. There is a beach bar that opens when it wants, with soft drinks, ice creams, and sandwiches. (So it is advisable to bring your own things.)
Fantastic experience: Beautiful. It just takes a bit to get there. You need to park next to the road and walk for 5 mins down and under the road. It was a bit busy but was worth the visit
Fantastic experience: Very beautiful beach. It's relatively easy to go down, but the hardest part is coming back up. In my opinion, it is very famous, but it's not that amazing.
Positive experience: Beautiful beach accessed through a tunnel that leads you to disconnect. 'Please take care of it.'
Fantastic experience: It’s a cove that is highly recommended. I suggest arriving early because the parking is small and fills up quickly. There you will find a beach bar and a place to rent aquatic equipment, like paddle surf, kayak,... You will have a great day and see beautiful views.
Fantastic experience: You park on the same road, when you set the location it shows up, there are about 2 parking areas, I recommend going early around 10:30 to 11 at the latest to park, you access it through a slope but it's easy to go down, it's not very steep, then a tunnel and you're at the beach. There's a beach bar with sandwiches, pizza, and salad; the food is average, I think it's pre-cooked and they just heat it up or something, between 5 and 10 euros, the best option is to bring your own food for sure. Crystal clear and very clean waters, there are garbage bins below to keep everything tidy and throw away the trash. Pets are allowed, one of the things I liked the most. I recommend bringing snorkeling goggles and water shoes; if you don't have goggles, you can rent them by the kayak for 5 euros a day. You can also rent sunbeds and umbrellas. And of course, kayaking tours.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful views
Fantastic experience: The best beach for snorkeling, crystal clear waters, no waves...
Fantastic experience: A great place for snorkeling although this summer there was a day when there were thousands of jellyfish, making it impossible to swim, so we rented canoes.
Fantastic experience: AMAZING BEACH. You have to go!!!! It's incredible, the water is crystal clear, ideal temperature (I went in August) and there were few people, which is nice.
Fantastic experience: There is parking next to the road, and after going down a ramp and crossing a small tunnel, we reach the beach. The water is amazing, ideal for diving (there is rental for wetsuits and paddle surfing). You can dive with normal goggles without any problem all over the beach and you will see some octopuses, sea urchins on the rocks, and a wide variety of fish...
Fantastic experience: Wonderful
Fantastic experience: Beautiful location and tranquility
Fantastic experience: Beautiful!! Crystal clear water, it's a 5-minute walk, but it's worth it to go down to this beach, there is a small beach bar right on the beach.
Fantastic experience: It is a very beautiful cove for relaxing and diving, there is also kayaking and more, highly recommended. P.S. (If you go in the summer, try to go early because even though it is a cove, it gets crowded)
Positive experience: Stone beach (near the water) and sand, the water is incredibly clear, you can see many fish. There is a beach bar. You have to leave the car on the road and walk down to the beach; the descent is not difficult.
Fantastic experience: It's hard to find, there is an area on the road to park the cars, but you have to go early because it gets full. You park up and the descent requires caution, but it's fine going down. You access it through a tunnel. The worst part is the ascent. It's worth it to get there to see that clean water. There is a beach bar.
Fantastic experience: Amazing beach with stunning views and super clean water. Small parking place tough. Beach bar works fine, but no English-speaking service.
Fantastic experience: Amazing beach. Parking area is horrible, all cars parking everywhere. If you want to have a parking place, arrive early in the morning. After impossible to find any. Dog friendly beach :)
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