Goat Trekking in Spain: A Unique Adventure on the Costa Blanca

¨Exploring the Costa Blanca´s hidden trails with our friendly goats¨, photograph by lightrapper photography

Most visitors come to Spain for the beaches, sunshine, and delicious food — but few discover its hidden side, where nature, history, and a touch of laughter come together. Here on the Costa Blanca, we offer something truly different: goat trekking! At Euro Goat Trekkers, our friendly herd leads you through some of the region’s most beautiful landscapes. It’s a gentle, heartwarming adventure that combines walking, wildlife, and a surprising amount of joy.

What Exactly Is Goat Trekking?

¨Our goats are curious, friendly, and full of personality¨

Goat trekking is a relaxed, guided walk through the Spanish countryside — with goats as your companions. Our goats are affectionate, curious, and full of personality. They love exploring the trails as much as you do, and they set a wonderfully natural pace for everyone. Each trek is different, filled with laughter, nature, and moments of mindfulness.

Why the Costa Blanca Is Perfect for This Experience

¨The Costa Blanca´s inland trails are filled with natural beauty and peace¨

The Costa Blanca is famous for its coastal beauty, but it’s the inland valleys and mountain paths that truly take your breath away. Our treks reveal this quieter side — with dramatic ridges, olive groves, wild herbs, and timeless villages that most tourists never see. Depending on the season, you might see wildflowers carpeting the hillsides in spring or golden light stretching over the mountains at sunset in autumn. The region’s mild climate means goat trekking is enjoyable almost all year round.

A Sustainable and Heartwarming Way to Explore

¨Ëvery trek supports our happy herd and sustainable tourism in Spain¨

At Euro Goat Trekkers, we believe in slow, responsible tourism. Our goats are loved, well cared for, and treated as part of the family. We keep our groups small to respect the land and ensure everyone, including our goats, enjoys the walk. When you join us, you’re not just booking a trek; you’re supporting a way of life that values nature, connection, and kindness. Many guests tell us it’s one of the most peaceful, grounding experiences they’ve had in Spain.

Perfect for Couples, Families, and Small Groups

¨Goat trekking is perfect for families, couples, and nature lovers alike¨ Photograph supplied by the parents.

Whether you’re looking for a memorable day out with your partner, a fun family activity, or a special group adventure, goat trekking offers something for everyone. Children love the goats’ playful nature, while adults often find it’s the perfect way to slow down, breathe, and enjoy the beauty of the Spanish countryside.

Ready to Try Goat Trekking on the Costa Blanca?

¨Join us for an unforgettable day of laughter, nature, and furry friends¨

If you’re looking for a truly unique experience in Spain, come and join us for a day filled with laughter, fresh air, and furry friends.

We promise, it’s unlike any hike you’ve ever done! Book your trek today or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for daily photos of our adventures.

We can’t wait to share the trail with you. 💚

What is Ecotourism?

According to The International Ecotourism Society (TIES), ecotourism can be defined as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education”.May 5, 2020

So Ecotourism not only protects local habitats but local communities as well. It´s not a ´one plan fits all´ but it recognizes local diversification as valuable. This is why Europarc’s Sustainable Tourism Strategy and action plan insists on ’local circumstances’.

Euro Goat Trekkers

Why is walking with goats a good example of an ecotourism activity and why do it in Costa Blanca, Spain?

• Walking with goats is a low impact form of tourism. A pack goat string can have up to ten goats in it, evolved primarily as mountain creatures this number has very little Impact on paths and land.

• Through intermittent grazing whilst on the trek goats can help to prevent the spread of noxious weeds and promote the growth of local vegetative species.

Intermittent grazing with goats promotes the growth of local vegetative species.

• Goats are water efficient.

• Goats are not predators and therefore are less likely to worry wildlife than dogs.

• Goats are an important part of Spain’s cultural heritage. The sound of the bells and the sight of the goats has a welcoming effect on all encounters.

Goats are an important part of Spain’s cultural heritage

• Guides with a comprehensive knowledge of local flora, fauna, cultural heritage and conservation challenges, help to create awareness. This, in turn could create future volunteers or financial sponsors for the region.

• Walking with pack goats in the mountains of the Costa Blanca is seen as an exotic activity, yet it is within easy access of numerous towns and cities. The prevention of a need to go elsewhere on holiday reduces the carbon footprint.

• Walking with pack goats helps to provide safe access and a special experience of the Protected Areas to visitors who would normally struggle.

• Walking with pack goats is a perfect activity for young people, schools and student groups, effectively communicating the area with specific information and interpretation, through a fun activity.

Walking with goats, Euro Goat Trekkers

The Valencian Community has a rich livestock heritage that forms a network of livestock routes of more than 14,000 kilometers and has become one of the its main environmental assets.

Livestock trails are also considered ecological corridors, essential for biodiversity conservation, genetic exchange of the flora and fauna of the Community Valenciana, as provided in article 4.6 of the Valencian Law of Livestock Routes.

Find out more

_____________________________________________________________

In his 2022 message for the World Tourism Day, Antonio Guterres secretary-general United Nations stated that ¨ There is no time to waste. Let us rethink and reinvent tourism and together, deliver a more sustainable, prosperous and resilient future for all.¨