Itinerary in Fuerteventura

To explore the island and its corners of paradise, an itinerary in Fuerteventura is a must so as not to miss anything of this Biosphere Reserve .

A coastline of more than 150 km of heavenly beaches, breathtaking ocean colors, and wind that ruffles your hair make it unique and unmissable.

The nature of Fuerteventura , a mix of desert areas, unique marine environments rich in vegetation and palm oases, allows for perfect itineraries in Fuerteventura .

Choosing a travel itinerary for Fuerteventura depends largely on how much time you plan to spend on the island, allowing you to admire its most beautiful sights.

Exploring the entire island isn’t difficult, as distances aren’t excessive and Fuerteventura’s infrastructure is in excellent condition.

Obviously, it’s very easy to get around Fuerteventura and create 3, 5, 7, or 10-day travel itineraries that are sure to remain indelible in your heart.

A low-cost Fuerteventura do-it-yourself holiday is an option, as the island offers a thousand opportunities for all tastes and budgets.

 

3-day Fuerteventura itinerary

A 3-day itinerary in Fuerteventura is too short to admire all the island’s beauties, but it’s enough to be enchanted by every place.

First day:

• Visit Puerto del Rosario with its open-air sculpture park and Playa Chica , a small but charming urban beach and the magic Playa Blanca
• Visit Betancuria , the ancient capital of Fuerteventura

Second day:

• Corralejo Dunes Natural Park , among long white sand dunes, breathtaking ocean colors and volcanic rocks
• The village of El Cotillo and its most beautiful beaches : La Concha, Aljibe de la Cueva, Aguila, also known as La Escalera, and Esquinzo

Third day:

• Sotavento beach, one of the most beautiful beaches of Fuerteventura
• Village of Las Playitas, a small fishing village 
• Caleta de Fuste and its beaches, El Castillo and La Guirra 

 

Travel tips for a 3-day itinerary in Fuerteventura

When you have little time to explore Fuerteventura, staying in Puerto del Rosario is an excellent choice for several reasons:

• Strategic point for visiting the island from north to south 
• Learn about the history, culture, and culinary tradition of the Majoreros
• Quick public transport connections to major tourist attractions 
• There are numerous accommodation solutions according to your needs or preferences, holiday homes, hotels or resorts 

There are two options for a 3-day itinerary around Fuerteventura :

• Rent a car at the airport to move freely
• Use public transport from Puerto del Rosario, as the main attractions are very well connected

 

5-day Fuerteventura itinerary

A 5-day itinerary in Fuerteventura would be enough to visit the most beautiful places without any problem, as the island is not too big.

The north of Fuerteventura is easier to get around, as it is more urbanized, unlike the south which is much wilder and with many stretches of dirt roads.

During your stay on the island, you will understand some very important aspects such as:

• Where to stay in Fuerteventura , according to the type of holiday you are looking for
• To be able to move freely and reach the most hidden corners of paradise, renting a car in Fuerteventura is a must.
• Find out about the best excursions in Fuerteventura

The main places of historical, cultural, and scenic interest to visit in Fuerteventura on a 5-day itinerary are:

First day:

• Corralejo Natural Park with its beaches and the center of Corralejo 

Second day:

• Boat trip to Lobos Island with snorkeling and dolphin and whale watching

Third day :

• Calderon Hondo Volcano, Natural Monument of Ajuy

Fourth day:

• Entallada Lighthouse , Sicasumbre Viewpoint , Playa Sotavento

Fifth day:

• Cofete beach, La Pared beach, Punta Jandia Lighthouse , the natural pools of Aguas Verdes

 

7-day Fuerteventura itinerary

To explore the entire island at your leisure, without missing out on its unspoiled and secret spots, a 7-day Fuerteventura itinerary is perfect for every visitor.

By renting a car in Fuerteventura to move freely and independently you can choose to:

• Stay in Corralejo for an adrenaline-filled nightlife
• Stay in Puerto del Rosario or Caleta de Fuste , strategic points for comfortably visiting the island 
• Stay in Costa Calma or Morro Jable for a relaxing and wellness holiday.

The north of the island is a mix of heavenly beaches, enchanting panoramas, windmills, sacred mountains, hidden coves, and various water sports such as surfing and kitesurfing.

Fuerteventura’s interior is a fascinating place with small historic villages and incredible natural views, where the island’s ancient traces stand out in all its beauty.

The south of the island is as beautiful as it is wild, where numerous dirt tracks lead you to pristine places that are breathtaking from first sight.

First day:

• Corralejo Dunes Natural Park, the beaches of El Cotillo, the El Toston Lighthouse , the Villaverde windmills at sunset

Second day

• Lobos Island, Calderon Hondo, Montana Tindaya , Lajares 

Third day

• Natural Pools of Aguas Verdes, the Majorero Cheese Museum , Majanicho, a small fishing village

Fourth day

• Faro de Entallada , Gran Tarajal , Pozo Negro 

Fifth day

• Barranco de las Penitas, Betancuria Rural Park , Los Estancos Cave and Tarajalejo Cave, two of the most beautiful caves in Fuerteventura.

Sixth day

• Playa de la Pared, Playa Sotavento, Mirador Sicasumbre , Oasis Wildlife

Seventh day

• Playa Cofete , Cave of Garcey , Cave of Solapa and Los Ojos cave

 

10-day Fuerteventura itinerary

The 10-day Fuerteventura itinerary is ideal for exploring the island’s unique and extraordinary beauty in complete tranquility, without missing a thing.

Starting from the north, inland and then reaching the south of the island, you can discover unspoiled places and unique scenery that only Fuerteventura can offer.

With a car rental in Fuerteventura , you can set off to discover the island, without being tied to public transport timetables or not being able to reach some of them.

As for where to stay in Fuerteventura , it all depends on what you want from your holiday: just relaxation or nightlife.

First day:

• Corralejo Dunes Natural Park, the village of El Cotillo and its beaches, the El Toston Lighthouse, and the Calderon Hondo Volcano.

Second day:

• Lajares, Villaverde and its windmills, Majanicho, Tindaya Mountain, Barranco de Los Encantados

Third day:

• Natural pools at Aguas Verdes, Betancuria Rural Park, Antigua and the Majorero Cheese Museum, and the Ajuy Caves

Fourth day:

• Lobos Island, Faro de Entallada, Puertito de los Molinos , Pozo Negro

Fifth day:

• Gran Tarajal , Tarajalejo Playa cave , Cave of Jurado

Sixth day : 

• Puerto del Rosario with its beaches Playa Blanca and Playa Chica, Caleta de Fuste with its beaches El Castillo and La Guirra Beach, Vallebron Village

Seventh day: 

• Jandia Natural Park with the most beautiful beaches such as Sotavento, Esmeralda and La Pared

Eighth day : 

• Playa Cofete, Punta Jandia Lighthouse, Costa Calma and its beaches, Wildlife Oasis

Ninth day : 

• Mirador de Sicasumbre, the Playa de Garcey cave , the Solapa cave , the Ojos cave

The tenth day can be dedicated to the most beautiful excursions in Fuerteventura :

• Jeep Safari , where you can explore Fuerteventura’s hinterland, rural villages and the island’s natural beauty.
• Catamaran excursion in search of whales, dolphins, and sea turtles, plus snorkeling
• Water sports, such as surfing and kitesurfing