🌿 A natural paradise only for those who really seek it out
The Cala del Enmedio is, without exaggeration, one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia. It has no bar, no sunbeds, no showers. What it does have is fine golden sand, white cliffs sculpted by the wind and a turquoise blue sea that looks like it has been painted on.
You don’t get here by chance. You have to walk or arrive by sea. But believe me: once you’re there, you’ll be lost for words.
📍 Where is Cala del Enmedio?
It is located between Agua Amarga and Cala del Plomo, within the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park. It is an unspoilt cove, with no direct access by car.
It can be reached:
- On foot (from Agua Amarga or from Cala del Plomo)
- By sea (by kayak, paddleboard or boat)
🥾 How to get there on foot (two options)
🚶 Option 1: From Agua Amarga (40-45 minutes)
- Park in Agua Amarga, near Calle de los Depósitos.
- Follow the white and blue marked path (very important!).
- The path has ups and downs, it is panoramic but more demanding.
💡 Don’t follow Google Maps blindly. If you see a blue or white X, turn back.
🚶 Option 2: From Cala del Plomo (20-25 minutes)
- Take the dirt track to Cala del Plomo (about 7 km).
- In the car park, look for the stone marked in blue and white.
- The trail is shorter and easier, ideal for families.
🧭 Nicolás’ tip: this is the comfortable option if you don’t want to work up too much of a sweat.
🚤 Option 3: Arrive by sea (kayak, paddleboard, boat)
If you like to paddle or have the option of renting a kayak:
- From Agua Amarga by kayak: about 30 minutes.
- You can also arrive by boat from Carboneras or Las Negras.
💦 Tip: go up the trail and return by kayak with a guide. Great plan!
🏖️ What’s in Cala del Enmedio?
- Ultra fine golden sand, no stones
- White cliffs like from another planet
- Crystal-clear water, no waves, gently sloping entry, you can stand for dozens of metres.
- Zero buildings, no services, no artificial noise
- Nature and silence
🎒 So come prepared: no shade, no bar, no mobile network.
🐠 What can you do there?
1. Snorkel
The water is clear and calm, perfect for seeing fish, sea urchins and rock formations. You don’t need to swim far.
🧴 Bring a mask, snorkel and water shoes (some areas have rocks and sea urchins).
Postcard photos
It is one of the most photogenic coves in Cabo de Gata. The contrasts between the white rock, turquoise water and blue sky are…breathtaking.
📸 Perfect light: early morning or sunset.
3. Relax without further ado
Time stands still here. There’s no mobile phone coverage, no bars. Just you, the sea and the sun.
Take a book, a towel, and disconnect from everything.
🍴 What to bring (and what to leave at home)
✅ Sunscreen
✅ Cap, sunglasses
✅ Bring a mask, snorkel and plastic sandals (some areas have rocks and sea urchins).
✅ Water (minimum 1.5L per person)
✅ Food or snacks
✅ Mask and tube
✅ Trash bag (take it with you!)
🚫 What NOT to bring: ❌ XXL parasol
❌ Large cooler
❌ Speakers
❌ Hopes of finding a beach bar
📅 Best time to visit
| Season | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Few people, ideal temperature | Water still a bit cold |
| Summer | Warm water, intense sunlight | Very crowded at midday |
| September | Quiet and warm sea | Shorter days |
| October | Ideal for hiking and photography | Water starts to cool down |
💡 Horas mágicas: antes de las 10:00 h o después de las 17:30 h
🧭 Practical advice by Nico
- 📵 No signal: check before you go and let people know
- 💧 Take more water than you think you need
- ☀️ Don’t do the route in extreme heat
- 👣 Only follow the white and blue signs
- 🗑️ Don’t leave any rubbish, cigarette butts or toilet paper behind
- 🎒 Don’t overload your backpack: the round trip can be tough if you carry too much.
👀 What to expect in Cala del Enmedio
✅ An unspoilt cove, with no buildings
✅ Respectful mix of textile and nudist bathers
✅ Beautiful seabed
✅ Unique white rock in the area
❌ No lifeguard
❌ No services
❌ No shade (except late afternoon near the rocks).
💬 Real opinions (and I share each one)
“A hidden gem. Moderate effort, maximum reward.”
“Trail from Cala del Plomo is easy, great with kids.”
“One of the best beaches of my life. And I’ve traveled a lot.”
“Be careful with the paths: you have to follow the correct markers.”
“Fine sand, clear water, no one around early… amazing.”
✅ Practical file – Cala del Enmedio
| 📍 Location | Between Agua Amarga and Cala del Plomo, Cabo de Gata |
|---|---|
| Access | On foot (20–45 min) or by sea |
| Sand type | Fine, golden, stone-free |
| Services | None |
| Shade | Little to none |
| Nudism | Allowed, peaceful mix |
| Ideal for | Snorkeling, photography, disconnecting |
| Parking | Agua Amarga or Cala del Plomo |
| Pets | Officially forbidden, but tolerated in the off-season. |
| Best time to visit | April to October |
✉️ Nico’s word
Cala del Enmedio is not visited by chance. It is sought out.
And when you arrive, you understand why it is special.
There are no comforts here, but there is beauty is natural. It is a place to breathe, to think, to feel small in the face of something big.
📲 Do you want the exact GPS route?
📄 Shall I prepare a PDF file for your guests?
🚣 May I give you the contact details of a kayak guide?
Just let me know. I’m here to share the best of this land. And this, believe me, is the best of the best.
Some of our photos
| Other beaches we recommend (click on the beach name) | Advantages of this beach |
|---|---|
| Playa del Algarrobico | A spectacular, vast, quiet, and little-visited beach |
| Playa de las Marinicas | The beach at the foot of both apartments, the favourite of local families and children |
| Playa Cala del Enmedio | A lost paradise, reserved for those who truly seek it… a short hike required! |
| Playa del sombrerico | A beach at the end of the path… yet close to everything |
| Playa de La Galera | A haven of peace near Carboneras |
| Cala San Pedro | Lose yourself in its unique turquoise waters in Cabo de Gata Natural Park |
| Cala del Plomo | A hidden treasure in Cabo de Gata Park |
| Playa Sopalmo | Our favourite landmark spot near Mojácar |
| Cala de los Toros | An oasis… and then the sea! |
