Fuerteventura

Just a mile off the coast of northern Fuerteventura is a small islet with no roads that was once inhabited solely by sea wolves. Also known as monk seals, the thriving colony would decline and all but disappear except for occasional visitors, as the Spanish conquistadors arrived on the 15th […]

El Cotillo is a charming coastal village in northwestern Fuerteventura with a laid back vibe, perfect for those looking to get away from the tourist masses. Today the little city has a few restaurants and hotels, but its history dates back to the 17th century when it maintained a trade […]

Driving through Betancuria’s snaking mountain roads, I noticed the town of Vega de Río Palmas from above for its river of green, so uncharacteristic in Fuerteventura. Winding down into a small village, park at the trailhead of Presa de las Peñitas for a truly distinct hike on this desert island. […]

The legend of the heroic giant Mahan, standing 22 feet tall and in his mouth 64 teeth, dates back to pre-Hispanic times. He died fighting the Norman conquerors and was buried up on Cardon Mountain Natural Monument in Fuerteventura. The indigenous people believed that mountains were a link between sky […]

The unsuspecting location: a supermarket strip mall in Costa Calma hides a tapas bar filled with locals. El Bar de Marko is a diamond in the rough that produced my favorite meal in Fuerteventura. Find the restaurant tucked away on the ground floor on the corner all the way to […]

When I think of Fuerteventura, I feel the wind. I imagine the hills, and I see the windmills that sit on top of them. The force of the trade winds that course through the archipelago shaped the islands and its people in so many ways. By the 18th century windmills […]

The southwestern tip of Fuerteventura Island is referred to as the Jandia Peninsula, it was an entirely separate island many years ago. In the region there is a town called Morro Jable, where you can find the port that ferries passengers to Gran Canaria, and where many resorts are located. […]

Those who dare to tackle the unpaved mountain road that leads to Cofete Beach will be rewarded with golden sand that stretches forever, mesmerizing wild waves, and a backdrop of the highest point on Fuerteventura. Cofete is cut off from the rest of the island by the rough mountain range […]

The highest point on Fuerteventura rises directly from the beach splitting the Jandia Peninsula in half – one side dotted in resorts the other entirely remote. Hiking to the strikingly beautiful summit of Pico de la Zarza allows you to see the contrast from above, lovingly referred to as the […]

Along the west coast of Fuerteventura there are 120 million year old rocks that are older than the Canary Islands themselves. This area of geological significance and incredible beauty is called Monumento Natural de Ajuy – but how can such a statement be claimed? The oldest island in the archipelago, […]

In the northeast of Fuerteventura there is a dazzling desert hiking trail to a huge cauldron, Calderón Hondo and its lesser traversed conjoined twin Montaña Colorada. The two can be tackled in an exciting 3½ mile loop gaining 912’ feet in total, or for an easier day you can simply […]

On an island known for its phenomenal beaches, Parque Natural Corralejo is the place you cannot miss on your visit to Fuerteventura. Vibrant turquoise water against golden sand and black lava rock flanks one side of the road, while vast desert of dunes seem to stretch for an eternity on […]

The oldest of the Canary Islands, Fuerteventura is a beloved vacation destination with over 93 miles of golden beaches. Likely named for its strong winds, the island therefore is a favorite for windsurfers. It’s volcanic history has created a myriad of hiking trails and is considered a UNESCO biosphere reserve. […]