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Located in the north-east of Fuerteventura, the El Jablito beach is an ideal dive site for beginners and for those looking for a calm and relaxing diving experience. With a maximum depth of fifteen metres, El Jablito is protected from currents by the shape of the land, ensuring that is possible to dive all year round. The spot can be accessed from the beach, where the water is shallow and the seabed is a mixture of sandy and rocky areas.

The volcanic origin of the Canary Islands means that diving in its waters has unusually shaped rocky seascapes in its depths. This is the case of Bajón del Río; at a depth of 18 metres there is a bottom of golden sand from which parasol shaped volcanic crags several metres high emerge. These “mushrooms” are a refuge for a unique biodiversity. This spot located to the north of the island of Fuerteventura, in the middle of the strait which separates it from the small islet of Lobos, is only five minutes away by boat from the port of Corralejo.

The island of Fuerteventura takes extra special care of all its animal species, especially those varieties that are wild

The most accepted theory regarding the origin of the name of the island refers to “great fortune”. And it truly is. It is fortunate due its marvelous beaches, many of which are perfect for starting or perfecting your surfing and windsurfing technique.

Las Playitas has retained the essence of Fuerteventura’s traditional coastal towns. Located in the south-east of the island, close to the commercial centre of Gran Tarajal, it has all the charm of a small fishing village. The small white houses with blue stripes flank a marine path along the shore. And in the local restaurants you can enjoy the catch of the day.

A visit to the small island of Lobos is perfect for romantics

The Calderón Hondo is one of the best-preserved craters in Fuerteventura. The volcanic formation lies to the east of the road that leaves Lajares, (municipality of La Oliva) in the direction of Majanicho. Fuerteventura is 30 million years old, so the eruption on the Calderón Hondo – which occurred between 50,000 years and 130,000 years ago – happened relatively recently in the island’s past. Calderón Hondo – together with Bayuyo, Las Calderas, and La Caldera de Lobos – is arranged in a direction northeast to southwest in Fuerteventura. Evidence of volcanic eruptions are found in the island badlands, terrain which can’t be cultivated to this day. The volcanos also created geographical features such as the Lobos islet, the town of El Cotillo, and the sandy extension south of Lajares.

The Colonels’ House (Casa de Los Coroneles), located on the outskirts of the town of La Oliva, capital of the northern municipality of the same name, is a stand-out example of Fuerteventura architecture. The seventeenth century mansion was abandoned and sat in ruins in the twentieth century until restoration in 2006. Visitors will be astonished at the gleaming Canarian patio, the majestic wooden balconies, and the towers with battlements (used to defend against pirate incursions). Wandering through galleries and corridors as well as the permanent exhibition – which invites tourists to learn about the history of the house, visitors will be able to relive the stately and military power exercised over centuries from the imposing building.

The town of El Cotillo, on the north-western side of Fuerteventura, is an historic fishing village. Besides the culture and history, water sports are also offered. There are numerous outlets and schools with options such as surfing, kitesurfing, paddle surfing, windsurfing, and the newly-arrived wing foiling. With a wide variety of embarkation points in the area, sports fanatics can enter the water south of El Cotillo, on the east coast, towards the north coast (after the Tostón Lighthouse), or from the tranquillity of one of the local natural lagoons.

The Tefía Mill is located in the municipality of Puerto del Rosario, in the dry, open landscape of Majorero. It is one of the 23 mills declared as an Asset of Cultural Interest in Fuerteventura. A visit to a mill is a great way to learn about the economy of the island in past centuries. Since the arrival of the conquerors in the 15th century to well into the twentieth century, the mills ground grain to make gofio (or Canarian flour) for the local people, with the mill owner taking a share of the profits. Nearby, the Ecomuseum of La Alcogida has typical Fuerteventura architecture and showcases the traditional crafts of the island.