A list of activities and other things to see or do while staying on Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura is well-known for surfing, wind and kite surfing, but not so well-known for Scuba diving (perhaps because of those long sandy beaches). However, Fuerteventura has plenty of volcanic reefs and drop-offs which are rich in marine life and are … Continued
There are two theme park attractions in Fuerteventura: Acua Water Park in Corralejo and Oasis Park near La Lajita. Acua Water Park Formerly the Baku Water Park, this is the only water park in Fuerteventura and a great day out … Continued
1. Visit the Sand Dunes (Parque Natural de Corralejo) The sand dunes of Corralejo are probably the island’s most famous natural attraction, in fact they are so large, they’re clearly visibly from the neighbouring island of Lanzarote. With over 8 … Continued
1. Enjoy family time on protected beaches The large breakwaters that shelter the man-made beaches in Caleta de Fuste offer calm waters – perfect for families with small children. Sunloungers, umbrellas and even Balinese beds can all be hired for … Continued
1. Visit the local beaches Costa Calma has two stunning white sandy beaches right on its doorstep – they’re the main reason for area’s development as a tourist resort. Playa de Costa Calma runs from the SBH Costa Calma Beach … Continued
1. Go to the Beach The south of Fuerteventura is well known for its gorgeous beaches and clear turquoise waters. At just over 4 kilometres long, the beaches of Playa del Matorral and Playa de la Cebada run from the … Continued
Sunshine, shallow reefs, and an oceanic swell: the perfect surf combination. Add to that mild water temperatures (17-24°C), plenty of flight connections and a well-developed tourist infrastructure, and it’s easy to see why Fuerteventura is Europe’s winter surf destination. There … Continued
Water and wind are something that Fuerteventura certainly has plenty of, making it a great place for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Residential training camp holidays are available along with intro classes, refresher courses, private lessons and equipment hire in several locations … Continued
Every Tuesday and Friday between 10am and 2pm, you can purchase a special priced ticket (€8.00) which allows entrance into 5 museums and historical buildings in La Oliva, collectively known as the Route of the colonels (Ruta de los Coroneles), … Continued
Customs Duties For custom’s purposes, the Canary Islands are not classed as, ‘within’ the EU, so, in theory, anything that you purchase that exceeds the personal allowance, will be subject to import duties, excise and VAT.Follow the rules for ‘Bringing … Continued
Fuerteventura is a great year-round destination for golfers. Sunshine hours in abundance, less rainfall than the more westerly Canary Islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife and the challenging trade winds (love it or hate it, it certainly makes the game … Continued
With minimal rainfall and superb temperatures (usually no lower than 17°C), Fuerteventura is a year-round destination for cyclists, with many top teams using the island for winter training. And while there may not be the extreme climbs of Gran Canaria … Continued