Spirit of Fuerteventura

Las Playitas – town.

Las Playitas is a typical fisherman’s village. It is built on the slope of a hill and overlooks the sea. You can stroll in the quiet streets and enjoy the tranquillity of the town. At the shore there are two restaurants where they serve fresh fish and meat.




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Gran Tarajal – town.

Gran Tarajal is a typical Spanish holiday and resident destination. This has resulted in exactly that kind of atmosphere that you may be looking for. It has a nice central green area which makes life a little better. There are also restaurants and bars and very nice shops. It is an enjoyable alternative to the tourist beach towns. The beach is long and is a mixture of black and golden sand.

La Lajita – Zoo.

“Oasis Park”, La Lajita. If you feel a bit homesick due to the views of the barren land on Fuerteventura or you want to offer your kids an enjoyable day between plants and animals, then this is the place to go to: Botanical Garden, Sea Lions Show, Parrot Show, Animal Park, Camel Safari and Reptile Show! And in the village you will find excellent fish restaurants and bars.

Jandia – town.

Jandia has been developed for tourism because of the presence of fantastic beaches. You will find a great selection of good restaurants and bars and plenty of shops.

Morro Jable – town.

Morro Jable is an old fisher village that has been able to keep most of its original atmosphere. It is built on the slope of a hill. By strolling in the little streets and corners, you will be rewarded by nice views and peace.

Costa Calma – town.

The first hotel here was built in 1977, but the real boom started only in 1984, after completion of the main road through the resort. You have a good choice of restaurants and bars in the small commercial centres. Thanks to effective water recycling, the resort has become a green area with pine forests.

Costa Calma – beaches.

Most famous is the area for its spectacular beaches – mile-for-mile and the yearly surfing contests at the Playa de Sotavento. A “must see”.

Cofete – village.

If you have enough time, a suitable vehicle, and if you fancy a “time-warp”, then go for a day trip to Cofete. You will have to pass a long dirt track that first will lead you to the edge of a mountain, but… what a reward!!! (I won’t disclose the reward, but what I can tell: it’s worth the effort). Then you will drive down to the village (driver, please keep your eyes on the track). Well, “village” is a major exaggeration, but the only restaurant there is OK. And then the beach: miles and miles as far as you can see, golden sand in a perfect setting for Adam and Eve. And watch the mountains…

Pajara – town.

Pajara is another typical peaceful town that hasn’t changed a lot. It was a farming town and the buildings in traditional style have been restored carefully. The church “Nuestra Señora de Regia” was built in 1687 and has spectacular wall coverings. If you walk the area around the church, you will enjoy the presence of abundant greenery. {/slide}

Fuerteventura is famous for its beaches and as mentioned before in all there are approx 152. Apart from those that are directly accessible by foot from your hotel you will find that most are deserted from people and devoid of the usual rows of deckchairs and umbrellas. On these beaches you have the pleasure of choosing your own secluded spot and that it will remain yours for as long as you are there. No crowds, no noise, no beach hawkers, just you! Be adventurous, hire a car or bike and find the many deserted beaches on Fuerteventura. However for the less adventurous we give you a guide to the some of the more accessible spots to spend a relaxing day in the sun. And very importantly please, please take your rubbish home with you. Thank you. Also remember if you go off the beaten track please take sun umbrellas, sun protection and lots of water!{slide=Beaches - click to open/close}

Playa de Gran Tarajal – Gran Tarajal

Playa de Tarajalejo – Tarajalejo

Playa Costa Calma – Costa Calma

Playa de Sotavento – Costa Calma

Playa Barca – Jandía

Playa Butihondo – Butihondo

Playa Esquinzo – Esquinzo

Playa de Jandía – Jandía

Playa Callao – Morro Jable

Playa de Cofete – Cofete

Playa de la Pared – La Pared

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Chilling out on Fuerteventura’s beaches is a marvellous experience, but if you may feel the need to visit some nice spots in nature, then the suggestions below can help you in making a selection.{slide=Nature - click to open/close}

Pozo Negro – Malpais Grande: very rough area that you can walk through and that will give you an impression about how Earth looked like, millions of years ago.

Las Playitas – Cuchillo de Vigan: a walk in a gorge that leads you to the sea.

El Cardón – Montaña de Cardón: walk to a vent volcano with impressive views.

La Pared – Beach: one of the best spots in the South to enjoy sunset

El Salmo – Morro La Burra: breathtaking views over the West coast of Fuerteventura. I guarantee you that this view will stay with you for ever! No more words… just go!

Cofete – Beach: miles of untouched white sandy beach. The place to disconnect. {/slide}

For those who want to learn more about the locals and their culture, we supply below a list of the most important sources of information:

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Museums.

Los Molinos – Tiscamanita: a historic review on what was used as milling components.

La Atalayita – Pozo Negro: reconstruction of one of the first settlements on Fuerteventura. Impressive how these people could survive in such harsh conditions.

Places.

Morro Jable Harbour – Turtle breeding station: watch the turtle babies being cared for by locals till they can face the “world outside”.

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