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Your Guide to Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura’s blend of natural beauty and build-up areas make it one of the most popular Canary Island destinations. Noted for being a volcanic island, part of the appeal of the island is its diversity; you can get lost in the crowd in Corralejo or Costa Caleta, or head just out of town and have the beach all to yourself.
About Fuerteventura | Getting to Fuerteventura | How to Get Around Fuerteventura | Activities in Fuerteventura
About Fuerteventura
People visit Fuerteventura for the sunshine and beaches. The natural beauty of sunrise/sunset, as well as the remote and wild beaches, means there’s much to discover.
Climate
The climate in Fuerteventura is similar to the rest of the Canary Islands and is pleasant for the majority of the year. The warmest months to visit are July and August.
Language
The official language of Fuerteventura is Spanish.
Getting to Fuerteventura
There are two ways to get to the island. The first is to fly into Fuerteventura Airport, otherwise known as El Matorral Airport, which is located 5km from the city of Puerto del Rosario and 40 km from Corralejo. Alternatively, you can get a cruise ship from the other Canary Islands. If flying into the airport visitors can take a shuttle bus into the town centre.
How to Get Around Fuerteventura
Visitors travelling to Fuerteventura will find that a rental car is the best way to get around, as this will allow them to visit the remote parts of the island. There are good bus links between resorts and villages, while walking is a more than acceptable way to get around the small resorts.
Places to Visit
Beaches
The beaches, which are among the best in the world, are an essential visit during your stay. Three of the best are Caleta de Fuste, Corralejo, and the quiet Cofete.
Explore Villages
Away the beach, explore the quiet, historic villages to see how life used to be: Antigua and Betancuria are two of the best.
Cuisine
Make sure you try some of the island’s famously fresh seafood in one of the many restaurants that line the beaches.
Activities
Hiking
As Fuerteventura is a small island, hiking is one of the best ways to see the beautiful landscape. There are hiking trails all over the island and also companies to take visitors on guided walking tours of many areas.
Cycling
Many people come to the Canary Islands including Fuerteventura to take part in cycling holidays. With many trails, great landscapes and tour groups, cycling around the island is a pleasure.
Water Sports
Whatever part of the island you’re staying on you’ll find an incredible selection of snorkelling and diving tours. Whether you’re an experienced diver or a complete beginner, there’s dozens of local diving schools to give lessons, or tour operators to explore underwater with.
Events
Windsurfing Championships
The Windsurfing Championships take place in March and bring the best in Europe. Check out the main event along with music in the evenings and local cuisine to try.
Carnival
Each town and city in Fuerteventura hosts their own local Carnival between January and April with floats, dancing and competitions. In the larger towns there are carnival rides for children and food in the evenings.
Canarian Day
On the 30th May each year each island celebrates Canarian Day. Fuerteventura always takes part with exhibitions and cultural centres.
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