Since the release of Mango on Netflix, many viewers have become curious about the tropical fruit plantations of southern Spain. The scenery, the light, and the atmosphere in the film raise a common question:
Where exactly is the plantation where the movie was filmed – and is it possible to visit a place like it?
This article explains what is known about the filming location, why the Axarquía region is so special, and how you can experience a real mango and coffee farm for yourself.
Which plantation was Mango filmed on?
Although Netflix does not reveal the exact name, most of the movie was filmed on a private mango plantation in the Axarquía region of Málaga. This area is famous for its subtropical climate, its fruit production, and its distinctive hillside landscapes.
The locations shown in the film – terraced slopes, stone walls, narrow paths, and Mediterranean views – are particularly common in:
Vélez-Málaga
Benamargosa
Torrox
Sayalonga
Algarrobo
These villages have real, long-established mango farms that have been producing fruit for decades.
The plantation used for Mango featured exactly the elements seen on screen: gentle slopes, terraced orchards, mature mango trees, rustic access roads, and a naturally tropical setting close to the sea.
The exact address has not been made public out of respect for the owners, which is standard practice for film productions on private land.
Why was the film shot in Axarquía?
Because Axarquía is the mango capital of Europe.
The region produces varieties such as Osteen, Keitt, Kent, and Palmer.
Its subtropical climate, south-facing hillsides, and proximity to the Mediterranean create perfect conditions for mango cultivation.
Visually, the area is exceptionally cinematic: terraced mountainsides, lush green orchards, rural footpaths, traditional stonework, and warm golden light throughout most of the year.
Can you visit the plantation from the film?
No.
The mango farm used for filming is private and not open to visitors.
However, many viewers would like to experience something similar in real life: walking through the orchards, getting close to the fruit, learning how mangoes are grown, and discovering what daily life on a tropical farm is really like.
Fortunately, you can experience that – just not on the filming property itself.
Visit a real tropical plantation: mangoes, coffee and more
Not far from Axarquía you will find Herradura Coffee Farm, a tropical fruit farm open to visitors. It is the only place in Europe where you can see both mango plantations and coffee growing on the same estate.
Here you can:
Walk among real mango orchards and see different varieties and growth stages
Discover the northernmost coffee production in Europe
Explore other tropical fruits such as avocados, custard apples, passion fruit, pitaya, guava, and macadamia
Join a guided tour to learn about climate, irrigation, pruning, harvesting, and everyday life on a tropical farm
Taste freshly harvested fruit, local coffee, and handmade gelato produced on-site
Did you enjoy Mango? Experience it in real life
Although the original filming plantation cannot be visited, you can enjoy a truly authentic, educational, and immersive experience at a real tropical farm on the Costa Tropical.
Herradura Coffee Farm – La Herradura, Granada
Mangoes, coffee, avocados, tropical fruit, guided tours and tastings
Request your visit here
Hundreds of visitors have rated the experience on Google Maps, frequently mentioning it as a highlight of their stay.