• Parque Natural de Corralejo - How were the Corralejo dunes formed?

The sands of these dunes are composed of nearly 90% high carbonate content, indicating a marine origin for the sediments.

The eruptions of the Roja, Pajarita, and Mal Nombre mountains, located just behind the dunes, released a significant amount of lava, much of which reached the sea, causing the coastline to retreat. These volcanic cones and their badlands create a natural barrier and the foundation for the dunes.

A common misconception is that the sands of the Corralejo dunes come from the nearby Sahara desert, but their origin is much closer. The dunes are formed from organogenic sea sand, brought to the coast from the shallow areas of the Bocaina Strait and its surroundings.

Once on land, the trade winds push the sand inward, forming and shaping the dunes.

If the weather is favorable, we will stop!

• Betancuria - The former capital of Fuerteventura, Betancuria boasts a historic center dominated by its church-cathedral. Founded in the early 15th century by the Frenchman Juan de Bethencourt, Betancuria remained the capital of Fuerteventura until 1834.
• Playa Ajuy - The walk to the caves!
  The oldest rock formations in the Canary Islands

The Ajuy Caves, declared a Natural Monument, reveal the oldest rock formations in the Canary Islands, located in the town of Ajuy, north of the village of Pájara.

This geological marvel allows visitors to see deposits formed on the ocean floor during the Cretaceous period, between 100 and 150 million years ago. It is a mystery, as Fuerteventura’s formation dates back approximately 30 million years.

Accessing the caves is a remarkable experience, as you walk along a fossilized sand dune and see old lime kilns, unique for their stones being shipped directly into the sea.

In the Ajuy area, you will also find attractions like the Canarian palm grove of Madre del Agua, along the same ravine crossed by conquistadors 600 years ago.

• Mirador De Vallebron - An area of great landscape value

The protected landscape of Vallebrón is situated between La Oliva and Puerto del Rosario in northern Fuerteventura. It is a geomorphological entity representative of the island and of great landscape value.

Covering nearly 1,680 hectares, it represents 3.5% of the island’s protected area. Vallebrón features a landscape characterized by an elongated ridge with a knife-shaped relief, flanked by two large U-shaped ravines, Valle Largo and Valle Chico.

The southernmost point of the ridge coincides with Montaña de la Muda, a place of historical interest due to an archaeological site. To the southwest lies Tindaya, bordered by Montaña Quemada to the south and Montaña de Tindaya to the north.

We will stop there if the weather conditions are favorable!

• Mirador Guise y Ayose - Guise and Ayose Viewpoint

This viewpoint is named after the two ancient Kings of Fuerteventura who ruled the kingdoms of Jandía and Maxorata. The viewpoint, featuring statues of the two rulers, is located where the two kingdoms once separated. From there, you can enjoy views of the Betancuria Valley, the volcanic northern half of Fuerteventura, and the surrounding villages.

The statues were designed by local architect Señor Cubas.

• Mirador de las Penitas - Panoramic View: From this viewpoint, a breathtaking view unfolds. The underground river flowing beneath the Las Peñitas ravine emerges due to human intervention, forming a small lake surrounded by native plants. It is a place where nature and human intervention intertwine in an astonishing way.
• Mirador Sicasumbre - On our way to the south…

The Sicasumbre astronomical viewpoint, located about 300 meters above sea level, offers an amazing view from Jandia.

We will stop there if the weather conditions are favorable!

• Ermita de la Pena Trail - The church is an 18th-century building constructed by agreement among the island’s residents, who decided to build a new temple in honor of their patron saint, the Virgin of Our Lady of the Rock.
• Molinos de Villaverde - The windmills of Villaverde, in Fuerteventura, are a symbol of the island’s cultural and agricultural heritage.

Built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these flour mills are notable for their three-story truncated cone-shaped architecture, made of stone, mud, and lime. They used a system of gears moved by the wind to grind grains and produce flour and gofio, essential products in the Canarian diet.

They have been restored by the Cabildo de Fuerteventura.

• Vega de Rio Palmas - Lunch time!
  Picturesque, traditional, humble, and nestled in a beautiful valley, it is a village as popular for its romeria festival as for the hiking route that passes by it.

The small and welcoming houses scattered throughout the valley form the village where around 200 people live. Meanwhile, under the protection of the humidity of Barranco de las Peñitas (Las Peñitas ravine), where the town is located, the vegetation and greenery grow among the classic desert landscape that characterizes Fuerteventura.

• Tesejarague - Tesejerague:
  The little village of Tesejerague is located in the municipality of Tuineje in a landscape of spectacular dry plains and palm trees beneath Tirba Mountain.

We will see the beautiful church built in 1715, the Ermita de San José de Tesejerague.

• Tiscamanita - Tiscamanita is a small farming village of about 500 inhabitants, in the south of Fuerteventura.

To the east of the village lies the Caldera de Gairía volcano, one of the last volcanic structures on Fuerteventura; it is a Strombolian volcano with a height of 461 meters.
This recent volcanic activity has created an arid area with a very special biological environment.
Volcanic ash from the volcano has been utilized for a long time, including through “agricultural technical cultivo enarenado” (“silted cultivation”), where fields are covered with pozzolana to protect the soil from water evaporation by the strong winds in the region.

Pozzolana has left deep fissures in the flanks of the volcano, but the Caldera de Gairía is now protected as a natural monument.

Your local history guide will provide more historical facts on the tour.

• Tuineje - Known as the tomato village where camels used to be traded. The place where DR. WHO was filmed.
• Calderon Hondo - Calderón Hondo is the most popular volcano in Fuerteventura, making it a must-see.

It is said to be about 50,000 years old, and at nearly 985 feet tall, it is a major attraction on the island.

Calderón Hondo is part of a group of volcanoes in the northern part of the island.

• Montana de Tindaya - The most striking monument in the village of Tindaya is the Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de la Caridad, a small temple declared an Asset of Cultural Interest.

The Tindaya volcano has been declared a Natural Monument due to the scientific importance of its geomorphological structure, as well as a point of cultural interest due to its archaeological values, especially the abundance of podomorphic petroglyphs and the sacred character given by the majos, the first pre-Hispanic settlers of the island.

It also features some rare endemisms such as Caralluma burchardii, fleshy plants resembling cacti.

3 km south of the city, at the foot of Mount Quemada, stands the monument in honor of Miguel de Unamuno.

• La Oliva - An anonymous manuscript states that the town of La Oliva was founded in 1500 by individuals known to the Hernández brothers, residents of Betancuria. La Oliva is also the historic seat of the island’s Colonels, who resided in the stately Casa de los Coroneles.
• Volcanes de Bayuyo - The Bayuyo Volcano is another volcano in Fuerteventura’s northern region, specifically in the municipality of La Oliva. Bayuyo erupted 10,000 years ago, in one of the most significant geological events on the island, as its lava spread across the surface for 38 square miles.

• Free hotel and cruise guest pickups
• Free time for exploration and shopping
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Relaxed, stress-free tour
• Multilingual guide

• Lunch
• Private transportation

2 Trips in 1 Tour = The 6 Hotspots Tour!

This tour is a stunning 2-in-1 island hotspot experience, perfect for travelers with limited time who still wish to explore the island in all its glory.

The day is filled with numerous stops and informative insights, ensuring a beautiful and diverse experience.

Guided by our on-site Fuerteventura specialist, we will explore the island’s key highlights with a maximum of 8 travelers over a span of 7 hours.

Capture breathtaking views from up to 700 meters high, with opportunities for photos at stunning vistas.

Enjoy the amazing scenery and landscapes as we journey past the highest mountains, lava fields, and impressive large shield volcanoes.

We embrace slow tourism, so there’s no rush!

Note:
At times, the minivan journey may be a bit longer, but rest assured, our DJ/guide provides excellent music, and the sightseeing is spectacular. There’s never a dull moment with us!

• Niet aanbevolen voor Motion sickness
• Niet aanbevolen voor animal allergies
• Not suitable for people with medical conditions that require frequent toilet visits.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.