Swap Tenerife for its less popular neighbouring island – with warmer temperatures, fewer crowds & cheaper deals
FUERTEVENTURA often gets overlooked when Brits are thinking about Canaries holidays, but the island has a unique charm that makes it stand out - on top of the much cheaper prices.
Compared to Tenerife, Fuerteventura is usually easier on the wallet, as accommodation, flights, activities and restaurants are more affordable even during the peak season.
Why Fuerteventura?
The island boasts an impressive 3,000 hours of sunshine yearly, making it a great destination all year round.
Fuerteventura offers Mediterranean weather, warmer than Tenerife. This is because the adjacent island of Lanzarote blocks out most of the breeze, making the island drier.
The holidays in Fuerteventura usually cost about 40 per cent less than in Tenerife, even in July and August.
Fuerteventura usually has a varied crowd, and the island is known for its more relaxed, calmer ambience compared to its sister islands.
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What is it like in Fuerteventura?
One of the main draws of Fuerteventura is its distinctive scenery, watersports and incredible beaches.
The island is a haven due to its lengthy, immaculate beaches and golden sand dunes. Playa de Cofete, Sotavento Beach and El Cotillo Beach & Lagoons are the best beaches.
For those who enjoy water activities, Fuerteventura is a paradise. It's a great place to windsurf and kiteboard, thanks to the steady winds - and competitions even get held on the islands.
Between April and October, the only waterpark on the island, Acua Water Park, is also open with waterslides, lazy rivers, kamikazes and wave pools.
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The island also offers protected natural areas, such as Corralejo Natural Park. Those wanting to take advantage of the unspoiled Corralejo beaches can do so by just going in. At the same time, more adventurous holidaymakers can hike up the Montaña Roja to see views of Lanzarote and La Graciosa across the lake.
Elsewhere, the Ajuy Caves are home to the oldest rocks in the Canary Islands and can be explored with tour guides.
When is the best time to visit Fuerteventura?
The best season to visit Fuerteventura is in the late spring or early summer, when it is the sunniest time of year, with peak temperatures in the mid-20s and low humidity.
During this time of the year, you'll find an average of nine hours of sunlight daily and fewer crowds than in the peak summer season.
That said, Fuerteventura can also be a nice winter getaway that is guaranteed to be sunnier and warmer than the UK.
Although there is a bigger chance of rain and only six hours of daylight, the temperatures will still be around 20C, and so will the water.
What are the best holiday deals to visit Fuerteventura?
Hundreds of deals are available throughout the year to visit Fuerteventura, and flights depart from many local airports across the UK.
The biggest bargain we've found is seven-night stays costing from £198pp.
Here are some of the best ones we've spotted in 2024:
- 7 nights self-catering at Bungalows Castillo Beach in Caleta de Fuste, Fuerteventura - from £198pp
- 7 nights half-board at Hotel Taimar in Costa Calma, Fuerteventura - from £399pp
- 7 nights self-catering at Caybeach Caleta in Costa Caleta, Fuerteventura - from £348pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at SBH Club Paraiso Playa in Playa de Esquinzo, Fuerteventura - from £465pp
What else do I need to know about Fuerteventura?
The official language in Fuerteventura is Spanish, but English and German are spoken in the tourist areas and most resorts.
There is no time difference between the UK and Fuerteventura.
The currency in Fuerteventura is the Euro, as with all of Spain.
There are no travel restrictions for Brits entering the country, and they can stay there for a maximum of 90 days.
The only requirements are that your passport be issued less than ten years before the date you enter the country and will be valid for at least three months after the day you leave.
Another cheap Spanish destination is Benidorm, with 87p pints and cheap holiday packages from £242pp in 2024.
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