What to Do in Estepona when it Rains?
Estepona is located in the west of the Costa del Sol, relatively close to Marbella and Manilva, and has become a popular tourist destination not only for its great beaches but also for its cultural offerings and amusement parks. The best time of the year to visit Estepona is from May to October, as it offers you the Mediterranean climate, which is warm and very pleasant, and where it rarely rains - making it the ideal place to go on vacation with the family or to spend the weekend. And if you happen to be in this paradise on one of those days when it rains, you do not have to be cooped up; there are many things you can do with children, even on a rainy day.
Visit the Estepona Orchidarium
You can not miss the largest orchidarium in Spain. It has a great diversity of plants, including more than 1,500 species of orchids brought from all over the world. Inside, you will find a lake, a 15-meter-high waterfall and three glass domes as a perfect setting for this impressive collection of orchids. The orchidarium is located in the center of the city of Estepona.
Do you think you can escape from an Escape Room in less than an hour?
A great way to have a good time on a rainy day is to get involved in a live escape game. An escape room is a new recreational activity, ideal for family or friends. It aims to bring virtual escape games to real life. All you need is a team of up to 6 people with a lot of ingenuity, a mission and 60 minutes to execute it. In this game, you will find mysteries, logistical problems and enigmas that you will have to solve by testing your wit and mental ability. Signum, Escape Room offers you three different missions: The Lost Pharaoh, The Treasure of Santa Catalina and The Planetary Station.
The Paleontological Museum of Estepona
All children like fossils of all kinds of animals! If the day is rainy, and even if it is not, you must not miss a visit to the Paleontological Museum. Here you will find an extensive collection of more than 1,200 marine invertebrates, including molluscs, crustaceans and corals. It also has the only sirenian fossil of a sea cow and very, very old whale and shark vertebrae and teeth. Also, you and your family can witness the impressive collection of sea urchins, including one that is 30 centimetres in diameter and is the largest in Spain. The museum is located next to the Plaza de Toros.
Not afraid of a little rain? Nothing better than going on a safari at Selwo Aventura!
And if you are not scared of getting a little wet, visit Safari at Selwo Aventura! Here you can go around the world in a single day since in its four territories you can discover species of fauna and flora from all corners of the planet! Even on rainy days, it is quite the experience!
- In the Nature Gateway, you can admire species from all over the world, such as cheetahs, red pandas and many species of primates, without missing the flamingos and the curious meerkats. It has a special area for small children where they can come into contact with some animals. We also have different activities such as zip line sliding, trampolines, archery and a spectacular suspension bridge. Do you dare to go through it?
- In the Birds Canyon, you can take a pleasant walk from where you will observe different species of birds, such as storks, pheasants, and sacred ibis, among many species.
- The Central Village, which you will reach by crossing the great bridge over the lake from where you can observe the king of the African savannah, the lion, as well as elephants, giraffes, hippos and rhinos, among many other animals of the African fauna. Quite an experience! In Central Village you will find the Korongo Restaurant, where you can satisfy your hunger with delicious pizzas, hamburgers and other delicacies, as well as refreshing drinks and ice cream.
- The Lakes Reserve is the most symbolic area of Selwo Aventura because there, you will feel like you are truly in Africa. You will discover beautiful species such as impalas and antelopes, and you will also meet dromedaries. Near the big waterfall, you can admire the fearsome hippopotamus, the most dangerous African herbivore!
Selwo Aventura is only a few minutes drive from Estepona and is open almost all year round from 10:00 to 18:00. Check Selwo Aventura's opening hours and plan your visit.
