Fuerteventura is the oldest and most beach-focused of the Canary Islands: miles of sand, an interior of gentle mountains and quiet villages, and a turquoise colour that has made it famous. It's best seen over several days, combining north, south and interior. These are the places you shouldn't miss.
1. The Corralejo dunes
In the north, the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park is a desert of sand by the sea, with huge beaches of clear water facing Isla de Lobos. It's the island's most recognisable image and a must for any first visit.
2. Isla de Lobos
Fifteen minutes by ferry from Corralejo, this unspoilt islet is a Natural Park: crystal-clear beaches, trails and a small volcano. You visit it in a day and need a free permit from the island council.
Round-trip ferry tickets to Lobos Island from CorralejoCheck availability →3. Cofete and the Jandía Natural Park
The wild south: Cofete, a twelve-kilometre beach at the foot of the mountain, the enigmatic Villa Winter and the Punta de Jandía lighthouse. It's reached by dirt track, so the comfortable way is a 4x4 safari.
4x4 Safari Adventure: Explore Cofete and Jandía Natural ParkCheck availability →4. Betancuria and the interior
The old capital, Betancuria, is a white village among the mountains with a beautiful church, perfect for discovering inland Fuerteventura: viewpoints, windmills and charming villages away from the coast.
Landscapes, villages, and beaches: Discover southern FuerteventuraCheck availability →5. El Cotillo, Ajuy and the west coast beaches
- El Cotillo: a fishing town in the north-west, with calm-water lagoons for children and wavy beaches for surfers.
- Ajuy caves: black cliffs and sea caves on the west coast, a short and spectacular walk.
- Sotavento beaches (Costa Calma / Jandía): endless sands and a lagoon, the mecca of windsurfing and kitesurfing.
6. The sea: dolphins and boat trips
The south is cetacean territory: there are dolphin-watching trips and boat and catamaran outings that show the coast from the water, many with a swim and snorkelling.
Magic Dolphin Watching Tour in Southern FuerteventuraCheck availability →Between dunes, islets and wild beaches, Fuerteventura offers far more than sun and sand. Book the star excursions ahead (Lobos and the 4x4 to the south) and leave time to discover the interior at your own pace.