Food & dining in Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura - Buggy Tour

The rugged terrain and winding trails of Fuerteventura make it ideal for a buggy drive. And this tour's a three-hour dream for adrenaline junkies, with plenty of breaks to relax things down a bit and take in some of the island's most beautiful and deserted spots on a buggy adventure.

Fuerteventura - Acua Water Park Corralejo Ticket

The only waterpark in Fuerteventura is the ideal spot for a day of fun in the sun. Acua Water Park Corralejo is bursting with attractions. Kids and adults can splash about in wave pools, whirlpools, lazy rivers and even dive into the depths of the Dark Cave. There's no better way to cool off from the midday heat than in pools and slides of all shapes and sizes. Kids have their own zone to safely play with animal-shaped slides and mushroom sprinklers, but if you're looking for something to get the adrenaline pumping through your veins then there's the multilane racer where you'll be able to clock up speeds of up to 30km/h.What's more there's the wave pool, black hole and kamikaze to test your nerve, or to slow down the pace you'll find the whirlpool and lazy river just the ticket. And to refuel your energy levels there are self-service restaurants and food outlets selling all kinds of tasty treats.

Fuerteventura - Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer

The only waterpark in Fuerteventura is the ideal spot for a day of fun in the sun. Acua water park is bursting with attractions. Kids and adults can splash about in wave pools, whirlpools, lazy rivers and even dive into the depths of the Dark Cave. Available with or without transport.

Fuerteventura - Pico de la Zarza Walking Tour in Fuerteventura

Nature walks, wildlife spotting and wow-factor photos from Fuerteventura's tallest point are just a few of the features on this half-day hike up to Pico de la Zarza. Let an expert guide lead you on a walking tour up to the island's cloud-piercing peak for knockout views over the beaches of Cofete and the mysterious Villa Winter.We'll set off along the western coast where lava-scarred slopes drop onto deserted beaches. Scaling our way to Fuerteventura's highest point, Pico de la Zarza, we'll be rewarded with views over the island's incredible Mars-like landscapes including the Jandia Peninsula.Your guide will give you an insight into the geology of the area, and with luck, point out wildlife like lizards, Canarian shrews and nesting birds. Sightings of Egyptian vultures and kestrels aren't uncommon either. Hear stories about Villa Winter – rumoured to have been a Nazi hideout after World War II – and keep your camera handy for the vistas over Cofete beach before a picnic lunch.

Fuerteventura - Snorkelling Experience in Corralejo

If you've always wanted to give snorkelling or scuba diving a go, this is spot on. It's a great chance for first-timers to try it out, with a guide on hand to help you spot the fantastic undersea life around Fuerteventura. After a quick introduction, you'll head for a local bay to get started.

Fuerteventura - Jet Ski from Jandia

Nothing gives you the freedom and thrills through the waves like a jet ski. On this one-hour-long jet ski experience, you'll explore the beautifully remote Jandia coastline in southern Fuerteventura – and cool down during a swimming break.

Fuerteventura - Fuerteventura Kayaking Tour

With its wild expanses of black sand beaches framed by palm trees, the south coast of Fuerteventura makes one picture-postcard backdrop for a kayaking tour. And you have the option to combine it with some snorkelling too, if you fancy delving in a bit deeper.

Fuerteventura - Highlights of Fuerteventura Private Tour with Canarian Lunch

Explore Fuerteventura's plentiful supply of sights and scenery on an exclusive tour just for you and your party. You'll visit Pajara, Ajuy and Betancuria and there's a cheese tasting experience and a traditional lunch included, too. Yurena, one of our local guides, says, ‘We're so proud of our majorero cheese. The goats have been here for centuries, and their milk reflects how happy they are with island life – it's top quality, very pure, and has a high protein and fat content, making it perfect for cheese production.'First up is an aloe vera plantation, where you'll learn all about the plant's reputed healing properties. Then it's on to Pajara to visit its enigmatic Aztec-looking church. Next up is the remote village of Ajuy, with its black volcanic beach with colourful fishing boats. There's also a pit stop at Las Peñitas viewpoint – a standout selfie spot. We'll discover beautiful Betancuria, too. The island's first capital is now a sleepy, whitewashed village that's home to St Mary's Church – the oldest in the Canaries – whose simple façade hides a richly decorated interior.When you've worked up an appetite, there's a tasty lunch of local specialities to look forward to in Valle de Santa Ines. Hosted at a family-owned restaurant, your meal will be prepared with local, seasonal produce from the island. In the afternoon, you'll visit a goat farm, where you'll sample majorero cheese together with local jams and homemade mojo sauces as well as honey rum.

Fuerteventura - Oasis Wildlife Fuerteventura Ticket

Oasis Wildlife is home to a huge variety of birds, reptiles and African animals, living as close to their natural habitat as possible. There's a successful breeding programme here and recent arrivals include giraffes, sea lions and hippos.Get up close to many of them at the sea lion, reptile and birds of prey shows. In between shows, you can come eye-to-eye with the giraffes on the viewing platform, laugh at the antics of the cheeky chimps, admire the elephants and take pictures of the meerkats, otters, zebras and hippos – the list is endless.There is also an optional 25-minute camel ride available, adding adventure and laughs along the way, aswell as a 20-minute educational lemur experience, learning all about these beautiful, endangered primates.

Fuerteventura - Lobos Island Ferry Ticket with Transport

With no cars and just wildlife, Lobos Island is a getaway just off the coast of Fuerteventura. You'll take the ferry over from Corralejo and get the chance to discover its unblemished delights – there are but a handful of buildings. Because it's a protected area, visits are limited in numbers and duration, with morning and afternoon slots booked at least five days in advance.After pick-up from your hotel, you'll be whisked to the port for the short ferry crossing to this desert island where life seems to stand still. Whether you're a nature lover or a sunseeker, you're bound to fall in love with its pristine beaches, waters brimming with marine life and walking trails that criss-cross the arid volcanic landscape.On the north coast, you'll find a lighthouse with panoramic views over the ocean. And despite its desert-like landscape, Lobos is home to birdlife and 130 species of plants. With so much nature around you, you'll be able to completely unwind in peace and tranquillity.

Fuerteventura - Private Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour with Canarian Lunch

Exclusively for you and your party, this private 4x4 tour takes you past the plunging volcanic landscape of Fuerteventura's interior and along the seemingly endless coastline of the vast Atlantic Ocean. You'll navigate this rugged and somewhat unforgiving terrain during a full day off-road adventure.Your driver will first head into Fuerteventura's central mountains, where cloud-wreathed slopes plunge down to endless, deserted beaches. You'll bump around the lunar-like landscapes of Roque de Moro – one of the island's highest volcanic peaks – and get knockout views over the west coast before dropping into Cofete.This mostly abandoned village is home to the mysterious Winter Villa – rumoured to have been a Nazi hideout after World War II. Next, it's off to Punta de Jandia on the island's southern tip. After lunch at a typical Canarian restaurant, you'll wind your way back, enjoying more epic views as you go.

Fuerteventura - Catamaran excursion with lunch in Fuerteventura

Admire the fishing village of Pozo Negro, sunbathe on the deck of the catamaran and enjoy a mixed paella on board.

Fuerteventura - Fuerteventura Group Beach Picnic

Chill out with friends or family on this Fuerteventura beach picnic experience. At a super-secret spot, you'll be seated at an elegantly decorated table complete with flowers, candles, plush cushions and tasty nibbles. Take alfresco eating to a whole new level as you sit within earshot of the waves, sharing 3-hours of special moments with your loved ones.

Fuerteventura - Catamaran cruise to Lobos Island with guided tour and paella

Visit Lobos Island with on a guided tour, relax yourself on the catamaran, enjoy a tasty paella, and have fun with the water activities.

Fuerteventura - Fuerteventura Cheese Making and Goat Farm Ticket

You'll get a real taste of Fuerteventura on this hands-on tour. Spend the morning on a working goat farm and learn everything there is to know about local goats and the cheese production process. Next, try your hand at making fresh goat's cheese which you can take home with you. And of course, the visit wouldn't be complete without a tasting of the award-winning delicacy.

Fuerteventura - Fuerteventura Villages, Caves and Farm Tour with Lunch

Fuerteventura is famed for its miles of sandy beaches but head inland and you'll find a land that time forgot. This exclusive excursion takes in colonial churches, the whitewashed villages of Pajara and Betancuria, a farm and an aloe vera plantation among other attractions.

Fuerteventura - Lanzarote Experience

Lanzarote and Fuerteventura may only be 25 minutes apart but scenery wise, they're light years apart. On this full day tour, you can discover some of the best bits – the volcanoes of the Lunar Route, Cesar Manrique's inspired architecture at Jameos del Agua and some local wines in La Geria.

Fuerteventura - Ajuy and Las Peñitas Walking Tour with Picnic

Everything that makes the western highlands of Fuerteventura special comes together on this walking tour. Your guide will lead you through one of the island's greenest areas and barren landscapes with a Wild West feel, all the way to the fishing village of Ajuy – and there's a few hidden surprises on this well-known route. Fernando, one of our insider guides, says ‘Every year, on the third Saturday of September, thousands of islanders dressed in traditional Canarian costume pilgrimage through the gorge to worship Fuerteventura's patron saint.'Discover off the beaten track parts of Fuerteventura as you embark on foot, crisscrossing valleys from the hamlet of Vega de Rio Palmas to the hermitage of Las Peñitas. There'll be plenty of photo stops and the chance to rest in the shade under one of the many date trees which dot the route. Thanks to the surrounding sea of green vegetation and otherworldly rock formations, locals refer to the area as the ‘Oasis of Fuerteventura'. Film fans, though, can spot it in one of the scenes from the Marvel movie, The Eternals.Continue the trail along a gorge towards the coast and we'll reach the wave washed Ajuy. This remote village is famed for its sea caves, which you'll get time to explore along with its black volcanic beaches. Stroll along the shore at El Jurado and treat your feet to a dip in the refreshing water of the Atlantic. We'll tuck into a well-deserved picnic before heading back.

Fuerteventura - Adults-only Corralejo Sunset Cruise

Crafted and designed with you in mind, this adults-only sunset cruise is offered exclusively by TUI – and among the unique touches are a selection of snacks & canapés, all-inclusive drinks, some chill-out music and, of course, swim stops and water sports. You'll get a new perspective of northern Fuerteventura while you enjoy all the little luxuries that make being on holidays so special.From the moment you board our luxury catamaran – new for this summer – you'll feel refreshed, with a welcome mojito setting the mood. As you glide on the waters of the Atlantic, you'll be able to relax in ample space while taking in the volcanic coastline of Lobos Island and Corralejo. Meanwhile, your skipper will keep sailing towards the sunset to the rhythm of onboard chill-out music.A selection of canapés such as local Majorero cheese, salmon, hummus, nachos with guacamole and cold meats will be served alongside all-inclusive drinks . And if you fancy a bit of action, equipment for snorkelling, a floating solarium and stand-up paddle is also provided – so all you'll need is your bathing gear and the desire to kick back and relax.

Fuerteventura - Lobos Island Pirate Family Adventure and Picnic

The Cap'n and his merry crew have hidden their loot on Lobos Island – now you and the kids have to find it before the Cap'n can. This treasure hunt in the uninhabited volcanic island lying to the north of Fuerteventura is all about fun and games – with a pirate twist.