Fuerteventura is known as the island with the most beautiful beaches in the Canaries: fine sand, black rocks, turquoise waters…. we agree!
It was a tough selection, but here’s our list of Fuerteventura’s most beautiful beaches all around the island, with our own photos – and a map at the end of the article.
This opinion is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.
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1. Playa Sotavento de Jandia
Why do we love it?
This is Fuerteventura’s best-known beach. It stretches for several kilometers between Costa Calma and Morro Jable. At low tide, it’s gigantic and you won’t be short of space!
We really enjoyed the view from the mirador, where you realize just how unique it is with its shape and the lagoon that is created at low tide.
What’s more, it’s surrounded by sand-covered dunes and mountains, so the scenery seems to be from another planet.
Location and access
- South Fuerteventura, between Morro Jable and Costa Calma
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 10 to 15 min depending on departure point
- Driving time from Corralejo = 1h20
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 50min
- The best place to park is at the Risco del Paso parking lot (but beware, it’s best to avoid the road coming from the north, and take the one coming straight down from the freeway.
- Easy access on foot from the parking lot
Practical information
- White sand
- Unsupervised beach
- Toilets and shower at the end of the beach
- No deckchairs
- Surf and windsurf school
- No restaurants on the beach
- The beach faces south-east, ideal for sunrises
- No grey areas
- See our article dedicated to the Sotavento de Jandia lagoon
2. Playa del Viejo Reyes
Why do we love it?
We like more dramatic landscapes, and for us, one of Fuerteventura’s most beautiful beaches is at La Pared. Playa del Viejo Reyes is popular for learning to surf, but also boasts some of the most beautiful cliffs on the island. In fact, it’s one of our top 9 most beautiful beaches to visit around Costa Calma.
We recommend descending at low tide to admire the different rock structures. Fascinating.
It is about 800m long.
Location and access
- In the small west coast town of La Pared
- Opposite Costa Calma
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 15min
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 30min
- Driving time from Corralejo = 1h25
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 45min
- Last 200m on unpaved road
- Access to the beach via a long staircase
- To visit at low tide
Practical information
- Golden-white sand with a hint of black
- Supervised beach in season (lots of surfers)
- Toilets and showers at the end of the beach, at the top of the cliffs
- No deckchair rentals
- No restaurant on the beach
- The beach faces north-west
- Rather long beach
- A few shady areas along the cliffs, depending on the time of day and the season.
CHOOSING A HOTEL IN Fuerteventura
Choosing where to stay:
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3. Playa Tierra Dorada (Mal Nombre)
Why do we love it?
We were very pleasantly surprised by this beach, which was one of our favorites in the south of Fuerteventura.
Admittedly, the wind has picked up and the sand has stung us, but the scenery is idyllic.
To the north, a large sand dune has formed, allowing us to get some height to admire the beach.
In the center, lagoons form at low tide, providing a cool, quiet spot to cool off, and to the south, small dunes form against the dark-colored cliffs.
The mix of colors is exceptional.
Location and access
- On the south-east coast
- Between Morro Jable and Costa Calma
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 10 to 15min depending on departure point
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 15min
- Driving time from Corralejo = 1h30
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 50min
- Follow the signs to Malnombre
- The road is paved as far as the parking lot but has large holes, so drive slowly.
- Slope from parking lot
- See our article dedicated to playa Mal Nombre (Tierra Dorada)
Practical information
- Golden-white sand with a hint of black
- Unsupervised beach
- Toilets and shower at the beach exit, near the parking lot
- Sun loungers for hire
- A restaurant on the beach
- The beach faces south-east, ideal for sunrises
- Rather long beach
- No grey areas
4. Playa de Cofete
Why do we love it?
Cofete is one of the most famous and grandiose places to see on Fuerteventura.
If you’re looking for a more wilderness adventure, this is an excellent option (unless you have back problems).
There’s only one unpaved road to get there, and the journey is long and bumpy.
But once you reach the west coast of the island, you have this magnificent view of the impressive cliffs created by the landslide.
And you can go down to the beach, when there are usually giant waves.
Location and access
- In the very south of the island
- Unsurfaced road from Morro Jable
- We advise you to join a 4×4 tour: see program and availability – and make a reservation
- be careful, if you use a rental car, you may not be covered by insurance on this type of road.
Practical information
- completely wild
- strong waves
OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN Fuerteventura
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- A small car is all you need.
- But you can also choose a larger one if you wish, as the parking spaces are rather large.
- Demand is high, so book early.
5. Puertito de los Molinos
Why we love
First of all, we love it because Puertito de los Molinos is a beautiful, adorable place.
It has a lot to offer: a few white houses of a fishing village, a beautiful golden sandy beach, a colorful cliff, and rocks with natural pools.
Come at low tide to enjoy the large sandy beach and pools. Beware, however, that there are dangerous currents in the area.
And if the tide is really low (and you pay attention to the timetable), you can even discover large caves on the southern part of the beach.
Location and access
- Location: Puertito de los Molinos, on the west coast
- Corralejo to Puertito de los Molinos = 40min drive
- Morro Jable to Puertito de los Molinos = 1h15 drive
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 35min
- Tarmac road easy all the way
- Medium-sized parking lot next to the beach
Practical information
- For this place, you really must come when the tide is very very low.
- Golden sand beach
- Restaurants open in season
- Beware of strong currents in the area
6. Playa Alzada (Corralejo Dunes)
Why do we love it?
Among the beaches surrounded by the dunes of Corralejo, many choose the large beaches close to the town.
We prefer Playa Alzada, a little further south in the natural park.
This is a wilder beach where the contrast between the golden-white sand, the black lava stones and the turquoise water is clearly visible.
Location and access
- East coast, north of the island
- In the natural park south of Corralejo
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 1h30
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 1h15
- Driving time from Corralejo = 10min
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 30min
- Easy road in the middle of the dunes (but beware of sand on the road, slow down)
- Easy access from the parking lot
Practical information
- Golden white sand
- Supervised beach in season
- No installations
- The beach faces east, ideal for sunrises
- No grey areas
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7. Playa de la Concha (El Cotillo)
Why do we love it?
One of the few beaches on the east coast with calm waters and lagoons.
It’s a popular place to cool off.
At El Cotillo, this is one of the beaches furthest from any building. We like its slightly wilder side, with shallow emerald waters.
Most of the time, the waters here are calm without large waves, thanks to the rocky reefs. It also offers great snorkeling opportunities.
Location and access
- North-west coast
- North of the town of El Cotillo
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 1h40
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 1h20
- Driving time from Corralejo = 20min
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 45min
- Wide, paved access road
- Large parking lot
- Easy access from the parking lot
Practical information
- Very fine white sand
- Supervised beach
- Toilets and shower at the end of the beach
- Sun loungers for hire
- The beach faces south-west, ideal for sunsets
- Range in length and width
- No grey areas
8. Playa del Matorral – for a long walk in the sand
Why do we love it?
At Morro Jable, a very long sandy beach stretches for several kilometers: Playa del Matorral. It’s perfect for those of us who love long walks with our feet in the water and sand.
It is divided into 3 sections, with the two busiest in the south:
The narrower area around the old center of Morro Jable. It has a great atmosphere and a nice view of the city.
In the center, the sand section becomes extremely wide. We love the open spaces between the beach and the protected wetlands. Here you can breathe and find a little corner of calm.
It’s easy to find your way around thanks to the lighthouse in the middle, as the expanse of sand makes it easy to wonder where your things are once you’re in the water.
Location and access
- On the southeast coast
- In the town of Morro Jable
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 0
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 20min
- Driving time from Corralejo = 1h30
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 1h
- Parking all along the city
- Easy access to the beach
Practical information
- Golden white sand
- Supervised beach in season at certain locations
- Toilets and showers at every beach exit
- Deckchair rentals at several locations
- Some sections offer water sports, including a sailing school
- Restaurants in the city
- The beach faces south-east, ideal for sunrises
- Long and wide beach, plenty of space
- No grey areas
- Parking along the beach and parking lots in the hills. But at the height of the season, parking can be difficult.
HAVE FUN WITH THESE activities
- Dolphin watching
- Boat to Lobos Island
- Buggy tour
- But also; surfing lessons, 4WD tour in Cofete, windsurfing, scuba diving…
9. Playa de la Concha / Calera de Lobos (Lobos Island)
Why do we love it?
The island of Lobos is one of our favorites in Fuertenventura. It’s a fascinating ecosystem with a large volcano, numerous small cones, a lighthouse and a surprising lagoon that is a reserve for migratory birds.
We loved walking around, exploring the different landscape types and color contrasts.
At Playa de la Concha, we love the mix of sand and rock, the cove shape and the view of the volcano behind it, Montana de la Caldera.
Location and access
To get there, you can take..:
- the 15-minute ferry – reserve your seats
- a boat tour combining Lobos and dolphin watching – see program and availability – and book!
Then it’s less than 10 minutes’ walk to the beach from the boat landing stage.
Practical information
- Golden-white sand with some black stones
- Unsupervised beach
- No facilities or garbage cans
- Rather long beach
- No grey areas
10. Playa Viejo Corralejo
Why do we love it?
The town of Corralejo has several beaches right in the center of town, which is very pleasant.
The most popular is Playa de los Verilitos, but we’ve fallen in love with Playa de Corralejo Viejo.
We love the long, shallow lagoon that forms between the rocks.
Ideal for simply walking in the water and cooling off.
What’s more, the beach faces the island of Lobos and its volcano.
But we recommend enjoying it at high tide!
Location and access
- Northeast coast
- In the town of Corralejo
- No dedicated parking
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 1h30
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 1h20
- Driving time from Corralejo = 0
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 40min
Practical information
- What to see at high tide
- Golden white sand
- Unsupervised beach
- Toilets and shower at the end of the beach
- Restaurants along the promenade and in the surrounding streets
- The beach faces east, ideal for sunrises
- Small beach
- No grey areas
11. Grandes Playas de Corralejo
Why do we love it?
Located at the start of the Corralejo dunes nature park, this is a very long beach with fine sand, turquoise waters and beautiful waves to splash in.
We particularly like the waterside walk to the south, with its endless sand and volcanic coastline.
However, we don’t like the walk in the other direction with the hotel building…
Location and access
- East coast, north of the island
- In the natural park south of Corralejo
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 1h30
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 1h15
- Driving time from Corralejo = 10min
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 30min
- Easy route
- Very limited parking around the hotels – otherwise, park a little further along the road, and you’ll have a little more walking in the sand before reaching the beach (at Playa Larga).
Practical information
- Very fine white sand
- Supervised beach
- Toilets and shower at the end of the beach
- The beach faces east, ideal for sunrises
- The beach is rather long but also quite wide. There’s room for everyone.
- No grey areas
12. Playa de Costa Calma
Why do we love it?
Right in the heart of the town, Costa Calma beach is 2 kilometers long at low tide, making it ideal for a morning stroll with your feet in the water.
Its golden sand is surrounded by a little vegetation and offers views of Fuerteventura’s small mountains in the background.
The waters are turquoise, with almost always wind and waves, but not too many, hence the name Costa Calma.
We particularly appreciated the view of the beach from the seafront promenade.
Location and access
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 0
- The beach is right in the middle of town, just down one of the streets.
- Easy access on foot
- The Bahia Calma Beach hotel has direct access to this beach – see prices, photos and availability.
Practical information
- Golden white sand
- Supervised beach in season
- Toilets and shower at the end of the beach
- Sun loungers for hire
- Some sections are reserved for water sports: windsurfing, surfing…
- Restaurants on the beach
- The beach faces south-east, ideal for sunrises
- Rather long beach
- No grey areas
- See our article dedicated to playa Costa Calma
12. Playa del Castillo, Caleta de Fuste
Why do we love it?
The main attraction of Caleta de Fuste (also known as CDF) is its beach. It’s called Playa del Castillo.
If you’re traveling with young children, this is one of the best beaches on the island.
It’s not the most beautiful, but it’s very practical, with a very large sandy area and a shallow lagoon with few waves.
For those who like to sunbathe on the sand and sit back and relax in the turquoise waters, this is a good option.
Location and access
- Mid-east coast
- In the town of Caleta de Fuste
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 1h
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 45min
- Driving time from Corralejo = 40min
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 0
- Easy access from the city
Practical information
- Golden white sand
- Supervised beach
- Toilets and shower at the end of the beach
- Sun loungers for hire
- Restaurants all around the beach
- The beach faces south-east, ideal for sunrises
- Long, wide beach with room for everyone
- No grey areas
- See our article dedicated to playa del Castillo
14. Playa de Los Pobres (Las Playitas)
Why do we love it?
If you’re tired of beautiful white or golden sand, why not spend some time on a black sand beach!
We really enjoyed the one at Las Playitas, and not just because of the village festivities.
We love the shape of this beautiful cove with cliffs on both sides.
The black sand is magnificent and contrasts well with the white houses of the fishing village.
Location and access
- Mid-east coast
- In the town of Las Playitas
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 45min
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 30min
- Driving time from Corralejo = 1h05
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 30min
- Easy access by car
- Short, flat walk from the parking lots
Practical information
- Black sand
- Beach sometimes supervised
- Toilets and shower at the beach exit, near the parking lot
- Sun loungers for hire
- A restaurant just off the beach
- The beach faces south-east, ideal for sunrises
- Range in length and width
- No grey areas
15. Playa de Gran Tarajal
Why do we love it?
And finally, another black sand beach with a pretty old town.
It’s 800m long and quite wide, so there’s plenty of room for everyone.
We loved the atmosphere of the town and the beach, and the view of the colorful white buildings contrasting with the black sand.
Location and access
- Mid-east coast
- In the town of Gran Tarajal
- Driving time from Morro Jable = 45min
- Driving time from Costa Calma = 30min
- Driving time from Corralejo = 1h05
- Driving time from Caleta de Fuste = 30min
- Easy access by car
- Easy access from city streets
Practical information
- Black sand
- Supervised beach in season
- Toilets and shower at the beach exit, near the parking lot
- Restaurant in the surrounding town
- The beach faces south
- No grey areas
And the popcorn beaches
Near Corralejo are several beaches with what looks like popcorn on the sand. They’re actually corals. The smaller ones look like popcorn and the larger ones like cauliflower heads. But it’s the popcorn that’s chosen, surely because it’s more inspiring…
Fuerteventura’s most beautiful beaches – map and video
This is our personal selection. We prefer beaches with beautiful scenery, rather than the best conditions for sunbathing and swimming.
Here is a map to help you find your way:
To be able to see the most beautiful beaches easily, we strongly recommend renting a car. Driving in Fuerteventura is very easy.
See all our tips on driving in Fuerteventura.
And finally, a video to inspire you
Beaches in the towns of Fuerteventura and according to your activities
Morro Jable’s most beautiful beaches
We recommend Morro Jable:
- The long Playa El Matorral beach, especially the part next to the old town
- Playa Tierra Dorada in Mal Nombre, further north
See our article on Morro Jable beaches.
Costa Calma’s most beautiful beaches
We recommend Costa Calma:
- The main beach downtown
- Playa Esmeralda, south of the town center
- Playa de Sotavento Jandia, with its lagoon to the south of the town
See our article on the beaches of Costa Calma.
Puerto del Rosario’s most beautiful beaches
Puerto del Rosario has 2 main beaches:
- Playa Chica in the heart of downtown with golden sand
- Playa Blanca, with its golden and black sand, is wilder.
Most beautiful beaches in Caleta de Fuste
Caleta de Fuste has 2 main beaches:
- Playa del Castillo, right in the center, ideal for young children
- Playa La Guirra, a little to the south, less wide
See our article on the best things to do in Caleta de Fuste.
Corralejo’s most beautiful beaches
We recommend Corralejo:
- Playa del Corralejo Viejo for its lagoon
- Playa de los Verilotos for a full-service beach right in the center of town
- Playa Alzada in the sand dunes
See our article on Corralejo’s beaches.
Best beaches for what you want to do
There’s never an ideal beach for an activity, it depends on your level and your expectations, but here are a few ideas:
- Best beach for beginners in Fuerteventura: El Cotillo in the north and Playa del Viejo Reyes in the south
- For windsurfing in Fuerteventura: playa de la Barra, south of Costa Calma
- For swimming with young children in Fuerteventura: Playa del Castillo in Caleta de Fuste
- Snorkelling in Fuerteventura: playa de la Concha in El Cotillo
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO Fuerteventura
- Best of
Most beautiful landscapes
Best things to do in Fuerteventura
Most beautiful beaches
Cities and villages
Natural pools
Boat tours
Secret places, off the beaten track
- Practical advice
25 tips for a successful trip to Fuerteventura
How to get around
How to rent a car in Fuerteventura
Driving tips
Best excursions
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