Fuerteventura - Do & See
Isla De Los Lobos
These days, despite its name – Isle of Seals – you won’t spot any saucer-eyed sea mammals lounging on the beach of this tiny island. What you will get, if you make the 3-kilometre ferry crossing is that ‘get-away-from-it-all’ feeling.
Corralejo Natural Park
Behind the northern resort of Corralejo lies the ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ playground of the Natural Park, 20 square kilometres of rolling sand dunes and unique plant life.
America Star Shipwreck
There’s something unnerving yet fascinating about standing close to the wreck of a beached ocean liner. Although much of the SS American Star has been claimed by the sea since its demise in 1994, the bow still soars defiantly from the shallow waters.
Lajares
Head 10 kilometres south of Corralejo to Artisania Lajares, where you can watch the island’s famous lace being woven.
La Oliva
In the sleepy ex-capital of La Oliva you’ll find the ornate Canarian carpentry of fine mansions such as the Casa de los Coroneles.
Life On The Beach
Fuerteventura has 152 beaches, more than any other Canary Island. Here is a selection of the best for a couple of purposes:
Facilities
Corralejo
Close to the resort centre and its availing facilities, the town beach of Corralejo provides a safe, yet fun aquatic play area.
Nudists
Playa de Butihondo
The most southern of a string of ‘clothing optional’ beaches on the east coast of the Jandia peninsula in the south.
Families
Caleta de Fuste
The gently sloping sands of this purpose-built resort are perfect for families with young children and the lack of dangerous currents means it’s safe for bathers of all abilities.
Privacy
Cofete
Being quite hard to reach is a bonus for privacy seekers and this 5-kilometre stretch of white sand. Ticks all the right boxes if you’re looking for acres of elbow room.
