Fuerteventura Attractions

Fuerteventura is famous for its gorgeous beaches, ranging from stretches of white sands in the south, to the odd black sand beaches in the north. There are also charming little villages and harbours to enjoy, and a laid-back ambiance that characterises the entire island making relaxation a welcome and inevitable consequence of visiting here. Fuerteventura does not have the glamorous nightlife or high-end attractions of some other Balearic destinations, but those coming here to enjoy its wholesome charms will not be disappointed.

Puerto del Rosario

The main town of Fuerteventura, Puerto del Rosario on the western side of the island was once called Puerto de Cabras (goat harbour), and even today it is said that goats outnumber people in this whitewashed town. Only recently capitalising on the tourist trade,...  see full details

Betancuria

The original capital of the island Betancuria was founded in 1405 by Norman conqueror, Jean de Bethencourt, but suffered repeated raids by pirates who eventually totally sacked the city and caused its citizens to move elsewhere. Today it has a small population of a...  see full details

La Lajita Zoo

The little fishing village on the east coast of Fuerteventura has been put on the tourist map because it offers one of the island’s main attractions, the ‘Oasis de Los Camellos’ zoo. The zoo is home to a small selection of animals, but the...  see full details

La Oliva

The village of La Oliva was formerly the home of the military governors of the island between the 17th and mid-19th centuries. The Governor’s townhouse has been restored and is open to the public. Also in the centre of the village is the...  see full details

Beaches on Fuerteventura

One does not need to go far on Fuerteventura to find a perfect beach, even if you are intent on seeking out solitude away from other holidaymakers. The best can be found around Jandia, on the southern tip of the island. Juan Gomez...  see full details

Oasis de Los Camellos

This animal park in the small village of La Lajita has one of the most important botanical gardens in Europe with over 2,300 varieties of cactus. The local fauna is well represented too, with four demonstrations per day - parrots, snakes, sea lions...  see full details

Baku Water Park

A perfect day out for the whole family, Baku contains a water park with gentle slides and shallow pools for young children, an animal experience to get the pulse racing, and Parque Europa which opens in the evening offering a range of shows...  see full details