Fuerteventura

Travel Guide

A beach with clear turquoise water, people standing in the shallow water, and a mountain in the background.
A desert landscape with a small cluster of green plants in the foreground and a distant mountain range under a sunset sky.
A coastal town with white buildings, a rocky shoreline, and the ocean.
A pier extending into the ocean with people walking on it.
A person windsurfing on turquoise waters with a mountainous backdrop.

Fuerteventura Travel Guide Video

Fuerteventura one ofthe the largest of the Canary Islands, located just west of Morocco, and iswell known for incredible beaches and excellent surfing. Enjoy the pleasantocean breeze and relax on pristine stretches of white sand on this island ofscenic parks and dunes. Visit the town of Corralejo, with its nature reservesand selection of water sports, ranging from diving to kite surfing.

To many, Fuerteventurais known as “the island of eternal spring” in recognition of its persistentlypleasant climate year-round. It enjoys little to no rain in the summer, withonly a few wet days between October and March.

Travel to Corralejo, appreciate its charmingstreets and alleys and dine in its delectable restaurants and cafés. Feed thatshopaholic in you and pick up a souvenir a one of the many boutique shops. Justoutside the town centre you’ll find miles of sand dunes in the CorralejoNational Park. Stroll across the sand at your leisure, enjoy the scenery andforget the worries back home.

When you really feel like it’s time to chill, getyourself a lounger and sunbathe on Corralejo Beach. Or choose from the countessother beaches on the island, such as Cotillo Beach and Sotavento de JaniaBeach. These serene beaches, with their sapphire blue seas, have very fewbuildings to interfere with nature on the great, sprawling areas of sand.

The island’s name developed from the Spanish termfor “strong winds,” which explains its pull for windsurfers. Take your boardout on the rough water and enjoy the view of the island’s rugged coastline.

For a change of scenery, head to Ajuy Beach, withits black sand formed from a volcanic eruption. Its yellow rocks combine wellwith the blue sea and sky for otherworldly photo opportunities. Explore cavesand beautiful rock formations next to the beach.

The local language is Spanish, dating back to theisland’s colonization many centuries ago. English is also widely spoken aroundthe resorts and attractions.

To reach the island, get a flight to FuerteventuraAirport in the El Matorral area on the east coast. Take a shuttle bus from theairport to your desired destination. Corralejo is 24 miles (39 kilometers)north, which will take about 30 minutes in a taxi.

Choose Fuerteventurafor a relaxing holiday with the family on white, sandy beaches surrounded bypicturesque sand dunes and parks.

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Royal Palm Resort & Spa - Adults Only

Royal Palm Resort & Spa - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Avda. de los Pueblos sn Pajara Las Palmas
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Hotel Riu Oliva Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Oliva Beach Resort - All Inclusive

3 out of 5
Avenida Grandes Playas La Oliva Fuerteventura
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The price is €140 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
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Apartamentos Hesperia Bristol Playa

Apartamentos Hesperia Bristol Playa

3 out of 5
Urbanizacion Lago de Bristol, 1 La Oliva Fuerteventura
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Aparthotel la Piramide

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3 out of 5
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Esmeralda Cotillo Homes by LIVVO

Esmeralda Cotillo Homes by LIVVO

3 out of 5
C. El Aguila La Oliva Las Palmas
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