Costa Blanca

Rock climbing holidays in Costa Blanca

Rock climbing opportunities are limitless in the Costa Blanca. This is Spain’s most varied and developed climbing area. Providing a variety of single and multi-pitch sport climbs, traditional routes, sea cliffs and mountain crags. Blue seas, white beaches and terraced fruit groves set against panoramic mountains, the Costa Blanca has it all. Its Mediterranean climate means good climbing conditions all year round. Add to that the frequent and convenient low cost flights… and you understand why Costa Blanca has become our clients’ favourite European climbing destination.

Costa Blanca Rock Climbing Holidays

The Costa Blanca has enough quality limestone rock for a lifetime of climbing. The area offers a wealth of climbing for all grades and styles: sea cliffs, mountain ridges, single pitch crags and canyon walks. At Rock & Sun we know all the local crags as well as the known ones, so we can pick the right crag for all weather conditions and to suit all abilities. Top quality, fresh limestone climbing, overlooking the sea or surrounded by the green hills of the Jalon valley.

Our most favourite rock climbing holidays in the Costa Blanca are the Sport Climbing Holiday, the Outdoor Climbing Coaching and the Long Weekend Climbing.

Rock and Sun active development of the climbing in Costa Blanca

There are an additional couple of perks to rock climbing in Costa Blanca with Rock & Sun. Over the last years we’ve been working hard to develop new routes that haven’t seen traffic from other climbers.

Current guidebooks may list all the great crags developed over the last 5-10 years, but we can lead you to some almost untouched climbs. There are whole crags that are not in guidebooks – and there are still many more climbs to be discovered!

Exceeded my expectations

It was just as outlined in the online materials. An amazing experience, well coordinated, lovely villa and terrific fellow climbers. Exceeded my expectations.

Olivia H.

21st January 2025

Had a great time

… climbing with Jonny. He was patient and accommodating to everybody’s needs, and encouraged people to achieve their goals. It’s always lovely to climb with people from all over the world, and this group was certainly inspiring!

Julie G.

19th January 2025

Highly recommended

My second trip with Rock and Sun and, as before, excellent tuition from Des and Trevor that fills you with confidence to climb better, challenge yourself and all with a lot of fun. Stunning venues, often over-looking the sea or a mountain landscape. This trip was over Christmas and we all had a ball on Christmas eve with karaoke and live music followed by a terrific lunch on Christmas day. Highly recommended.

Kevin A.

1st January 2025

Safety and efficiency

I had a lovely time and learnt a lot about sport climbing. The coaching has a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency – ideal for beginners and novices. The crags were stunning!

Sam K.-J.

22nd October 2024

I couldn’t have chosen a better company

Having not climbed for several years and now getting to grips with it again, I couldn’t have chosen a better company. Not only was there bags of support and encouragement, I was persuaded to look at climbing with a completely different philosophy, changing the way I’ve always done things and immediately improving my technique.

You couldn’t wish to meet two nicer people in Trevor and Desiree. The accommodation and local area are stunning. Very pleasant on the rest day to relax by the pool. Great climbing area, and even though it was the end of July, we always managed to find a shaded crag.
Top marks all round and I shall be back without a doubt.

Kevin A.

29th July 2024

Amazing instruction as always

Now that I’m home I have a little Trev and Des voice that sounds in my head when I do a bad climbing technique movement.

Thanks again for being incredibly accommodating so that I got the most out of my half week coaching, and thanks to Kiera for the million back and forth emails.

Steve

3rd July 2024

Above and beyond

Trevor and Desiree went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience. I really appreciated the effort that was clearly put into everything, from the coaching to the little details like spare supplies of things we may have forgotten.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my outdoor climbing experience and will definitely be back for another trip!

Anonymous

10th June 2024

Calm patient climbing instructors

I had no outdoor climbing experience, and no belaying experience when I went on my Rock and Sun holiday. I was a little scared of both of those things. But Trevor and Desiree were excellent at explaining both how you do these things, and why they are safe. It really gave me a lot of confidence, and I wasn’t scared at all.

They are calm, patient instructors, and I felt like I learned so much. By the end, I was very confident in my top-roping and belaying and would feel comfortable doing it on a climbing trip or at the gym.

The entire holiday experience was so calm and relaxing. Being at the crag, you only really hear the sounds of nature. It’s the same at the villa you stay at. Just relaxing by the pool after a day of trying hard at the crag is a really lovely experience.

When I was in the car on the way back to the airport I was already planning when to come back

Daniel B.

10th June 2024

The climbing coaching is top notch

…and watching them (Trevor and Desirée) climb is proof enough, though you’ll notice the difference immediately in your own climbing. Their patience as I try to overcome my own bad habits form-wise is very welcome.

The villa in Spain is very comfortable, has everything you need + a pool and barbecue and beautiful views in a peaceful setting. Add to that a lovely group of fellow climbers and what more could you want?

A treasure trove of available shoes, packs and other gear means there’s nothing else you’ll need. I’ll happily book with them again.

Beth McC.

10th june 2024

Safer and more confident rock climber

What a chance to learn from a couple of climbing legends! You will quickly become a safer and more confident rock climber after a Rock and Sun holiday. A really well thought out week that takes you to beautiful crags with enough time to chill by the pool too. It is also a good chance to expand your climbing network back home after meeting the other intrepid adventurers.

Big thanks to Trev and Days!

Will N.

10th June 2024

Weather and Climate in the Costa Blanca

With an average of 300 days sunshine each year, this is probably the best rock climbing destination in Europe. You can climb in Costa Blanca all year round. In the height of summer we manage the heat by getting out early to climb, then have a siesta like the Spanish, and maybe go out climbing again late afternoon or early evening depending on your course or holiday.

Costa Blanca Villa Swimming Pool and View

Accommodation in Costa Blanca

You will be staying in a self-catering villa with swimming pool in Lliber in the Jalon Valley. It is an extremely spacious detached finca, boasting magnificent views over the valley’s vineyards, almond and olive groves, set against the Col de Rates in the background. The villa is completely private, has many outside areas to enjoy both in winter and summer, and has a lovely outside kitchen and barbecue area. The villa has a very large lounge with dining area and fire place and a fully equipped farmhouse style kitchen. There are three twin bedrooms, a bathroom and one double room that also functions as a family/triple room with its own bathroom. The beds and mattresses are of high quality to assure a good night’s sleep in between long and intense climbing days.

The villa is located in a secluded and quiet area in the beautiful green hills behind Lliber, yet within walking distance of amenities. The nearest restaurant is about a mile away. The bars and restaurants on main square of the picturesque village of Lliber are at 2,5 km. It is 4 km to Jalon with a big choice of bars, restaurants and a supermarket. There is Wifi at the villa.

Flights and Transfers

Fly to Alicante Airport.

We offer one free transfer to your accommodation (which will be the start date of your holiday – normally a Saturday) which departs from Alicante Airport. To take advantage of this service, your flight needs to land before 14.30pm.

On departure day (the end date of your holiday – normally a Saturday) we offer one free transfer to Alicante Airport. To use this free airport drop off service, buy a flight that departs after 12pm.

If you wish to travel to the accommodation independently, or if you can’t buy a flight within these free transfer hours, transfers may be arranged, subject to availability, on alternative days/times. Contact us for more information.

The transfer time from Alicante to the Jalon valley is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.