Camping Los Delfines

Start in Puerto de Mazarrón for some local history at the Roman Factory of Salazones, and the Roman Villa del Alamillo and Calle Era sites, then venture on to the Torre de los Caballos museum and the ancient mines of Mazarrón, as well as the stunningly scenic Batería de Castillitos and its Guns of Mazarrón, all within half an hour’s drive. Haven’t had enough history yet? Head to Cartagena, 35 minutes away, to dive into Roman ruins and museums galore, or carry on to Murcia (just under an hour) for gorgeous architecture, gardens, castles, museums and – if you need a break from the past – plenty of shops. If you’re after something a little more nature-filled, you can go cave diving at the Cueva del Agua in Isla Plana, stroll in awe among the spectacular Gredas de Bolnuevo rock formations, and make your way into Sierra de la Muela, Cabo Tiñosa y Roldán Regional Park for birdwatching, heady hikes and some pretty spesh views. If this is all proving a little too sedate, amp up the adrenaline with more high-octane pursuits – how about diving, paragliding, bungee jumps, parachuting and wakeboarding? – at Siroco Aventuras, half an hour away.