How safe is Fuerteventura? Our answers + tips

Considering Fuerteuventura for your next vacation?
An excellent idea, this island will offer you wonderful moments between beaches, history, volcanoes and adrenalin.
Here are all the details to answer your question: Is Fuerteventura safe?
With all our tips for a carefree vacation.

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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Is Fuerteventura safe?

Risks in the ocean

Theft and crime

Sun hazards

Danger of natural pools

Is it dangerous to drive in Fuerteventura?

Is it safe to drink the water in Fuerteventura?

Emergency numbers in Fuerteventura

Safety in cities

Our favorite car rental platform: DiscoverCars

Is Fuerteventura safe?

Yes, on the whole Fuerteventura is a safe destination. There are few risks apart from the currents on some beaches and a few thefts, as in all tourist resorts.
The sun can also be very strong, so remember to protect yourself and drink plenty of water.

Fuerteventura is a Spanish island where Spanish laws apply.

Risks in the ocean

Fuerteventura is famous for its beautiful beaches and turquoise waters.
You immediately want to go for a swim.
Not too dangerous with animals. But it’s the currents and waves that can be dangerous. But not on every beach.
You can even swim in lagoon beaches without any worries.

Advice:
Check the beach flag if there is one, and read the signs explaining the dangers of the beach.

Theft and crime

our rental car in the dunes of Corralejo

As in all tourist resorts, you’ll find minor crimes such as theft, especially of cars in lightly frequented parking lots.

Advice:
Be careful not to leave anything visible in the car, to avoid tempting potential thieves passing by.
And in crowded areas, be sure to secure your valuables.

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Sun hazards

Fuerteventura is an extremely sunny island. And that’s one of the reasons we love going there(see our list).
And, as everywhere where the sun shines almost all the time, remember to protect your skin.
See our article on the best times to visit Fuerteventura.

Advice:

Wear sunscreen regularly (don’t forget your feet and the tops of your ears).
Wear a hat and sunglasses
Drink plenty of water
Avoid hiking during the hottest hours of the day

Danger of natural pools

Fuerteventura has some wonderful natural pools that make you want to jump in(see our list).
However, these are places that quickly become quite dangerous when the tide comes in and the waves crash over the rocks.
So make sure you arrive before the lowest tide and check the coefficient, so that the tide is really low.

CHOOSING A HOTEL IN Fuerteventura

Choosing where to stay:

Choose by hotel type:

Our favorite: Hotel INNSide – See prices, photos and availability

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Danger of sand dunes

If you’re thinking of exploring the dunes of Corralejo, and really getting away from the road, be careful – it’s always easy to get lost in the dunes and lose your bearings.

Vegetation hazard

If you go hiking, avoid touching any succulents you come across.
For example, euphorbias grow in Fuerteventura. Some species may emit a juice that should not be touched.

Scammers

Again, as this is a tourist destination, you can also find scammers. Our favorite subjects in the Canary Islands are requests for donations for the deaf and dumb. Personally, we’ve never come across one before.

Counterfeiting

You’ll find plenty of counterfeit products on the island, even in stores right in the center. We remind you that it is illegal to possess counterfeit products in most countries.

Is it dangerous to drive in Fuerteventura?

Absolutely not.
Driving in Fuerteventura is very easy. Roads are generally in excellent condition (except for very remote areas). There is little traffic.

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.

See available cars ->

Read our tips

Is it safe to drink the water in Fuerteventura?

Yes, you can drink tap water. There’s no danger.
Just be aware that Fuerteventura receives very little rain. So tap water comes from desalinated seawater. So it doesn’t taste the best, or the taste we’re used to. Most people drink bottled mineral water.

Emergency numbers in Fuerteventura

In Europe, 112 is the number for all emergencies: police, ambulance and fire. Operators on this number can speak several languages.
This is the only number you need to keep in mind.

HAVE FUN WITH THESE activities

Dolphin watching
Boat to Lobos Island
Buggy tour
But also; surfing lessons, 4WD tour in Cofete, windsurfing, scuba diving…

See all activities in Fuerteventura ->

Safety in cities

Is Morro Jable safe?

Yes, the town of Morro Jable is quite safe. Nothing in particular to say about safety on Fuerteventura in general. There may just be a few pickpockets in the old town in the evenings around all the restaurants, as in all tourist areas.
See our article dedicated to Morro Jable.

Is Corralejo safe?

Yes, the town of Corralejo is quite safe. Nothing in particular to say about safety on Fuerteventura in general. There may just be a few pickpockets in the old town at night around all the restaurants, and in the markets, as in all tourist areas.
See our article dedicated to the town of Corralejo.

Is Puerto del Rosario safe?

Yes, the town of Puerto del Rosario is quite safe. Nothing in particular to say about safety on Fuerteventura in general. It’s not a very touristy town.
See our article dedicated to Puerto del Rosario