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There are many
wonderful things to do in Fuerteventura . You can take a
number of excursions - take the stress out of doing the hard
work and let the tour operators provide their expertise -
they get everything sorted for you. All you have to do is
book, pay, turn up and enjoy.
Here's a word of warning:
If you travel independently, especially to the South
(Jandia), book your excursions at the same time as your
holiday booking. Otherwise, you may find it very difficult
to book good excursions. The holiday representatives with
the tour operators will only book excursions for their own
clients. Some hotels offer excursions but the choice is
rather limited. Unlike other Canary Islands and resorts, you
won't find many independent Excursions on offer in Jandia.
From Caleta de Fuste, you can take a full day coach
tour to Jandia. It's a very pleasant journey taking
in mountains and scenery, going past local villages and
towns, with blankets of wall climbing flowers and colours on
display.
You stop at Jandia for lunch and relaxation, with its superb
inviting beach continuing mile after mile. Of course,
you'll have ample time to do your shopping - or just to top up
that sun tan.
Oasis Park
A zoo and botanical gardens to entertain and educate the
young as well as those young at heart.. Safari rides and
camel rides. Special shows featuring parrots and reptiles.
Oasis Park is a good choice but avoid the smaller zoo in
Jandia (it's adjacent to the Dunas Playas Resort, not much
at all in that zoo to justify the entry fee).
Catamaran
Join a catamaran cruise as you get close to the elements -
water and wind and waves. Look out for those dolphins,
whales and flying fish and be ready to shoot (with your
camera only please).
Some excursions allow you to snorkel or swim. Then it's time
to eat and enjoy the sunshine as you head back to the coast.
Main Catamaran excursions are from Puerto de Corralejo in
the North.
Smaller Catamaran in Jandia but that's just for staying
local (not deep sea trips)
Lanzarote Excursion
Excursion from Corralejo, taking a glass bottom boat
all the way to Lanzarote. You are likely to see dolphins,
whales and flying fish.
Your excursion will take you to see the "fire" mountain,
give you time for a well needed lunch and have some
spare time for picking up some souvenirs.
Baku Water Park
If you love
water, this is for you. It has many water rides and slides
to keep you happy: Lazy river; Wave pool; Slides and more
water water water, splash splash splash.
The Buggy Experience - 4 wheel buggy - requires an
international driving license. The freedom to explore at
your own pace and in your own time. However, we
prefer to rent a car.
Jardin Botanico - Botanical Garden
For nature and
garden lovers, this is a must. Cacti, Palms, Tropical Plants
by the thousands to admire and study. Wonderful gardens to
relax and to enjoy a picnic.
Other Activities and Ideas
Learn Sailing and add a lot of enjoyment to your
vacation
Windsurfing - another very popular activity in many
parts of the island but particularly so in Corralejo where
the winds and waves are perfect for this.
Go walking - discover hidden local gems and scenery
Go fly a kite - the wind makes this a perfect place
to let your kite go as high as you dare - how long is your
string?
Pack a picnic and enjoy beach, garden or mountain
views as you get stuck into your mouth watering hamper
Get on your bike
Hire a car and go exploring
Chipmunks, goats, peacocks, heron, crane, green "mini
parrot" birds all roam free in some parts of the island
(Jandia, near Dunas Playas Resort, Sunrise Beach Resort,
etc. and some Chipmunks in Caleta de Fuste)
Mountain climbing for the fit - The Pico de la Zarza
awaits you
Jacuzzi
Sauna and Spa
Turkish Bath
Massage
Night shows (at your hotel or other venues)
Disco / dancing
Beach football / volleyball
Golf / mini golf
Watch the Sunrise / Sunset (fabulous)
People Watching (get a tea or coffee at one of the many
cafes and watch the world go by)
and a lot more ...
Costa
Caleta, Caleta de Fuste
Corralejo,
Fuerteventura
Costa
Calma, Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura
Shopping Tips
Also, Beware of the tourist scam - and save your
money ...
We will cover
more in the next issue
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