Looking for some fun? Here’s our article on the range of theme parks on offer in Fuerteventura, what really exists and alternative ideas for having a good time.
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Is there a theme park in Fuerteventura?
No, if you’re looking for a park with big machines that go round and round, thrill rides and that sort of thing. There is no such park in Fuerteventura. But there’s also a water park, a zoo and alternative fun activities!
In this article, we present all the theme parks and venues where you can have a great time.
Note: PortAventura is on the Spanish mainland, but not in Fuerteventura.
Fuerteventura water park: Acua Waterpark
Why go there
If you’re looking for a refreshing activity that appeals to adults and children alike, this is a great idea. The water park is excellent for family fun.
The one at Corralejo is pretty cool, with a whole series of slides facing the volcanoes. Enjoy the adrenaline and the view at the same time!
This is the only water park in Fuerteventura.
What you’ll find: slides, pools…
The park has 14 main attractions:
- The Rio Rapido, which takes you down from the very top
- The Rio Lento, for a gentle ride on a buoy
- straight slides with different speeds
- serpentine slides with different speeds
- slides for the little ones
- a toddler pool with colorful objects and mini-toboggans
- A wave pool
- Deckchairs
- free wifi
- Some of these attractions are not accessible to children under 1m20.
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Practical information
- Open from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm – beware, we saw a lot of people coming at 10 am, but it only opens at 10:30!
- Open from April to early November
- Sometimes closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Tourist prices: 26 euros adults, 18 euros children, free for children under 4.
- Changing rooms
- Storage lockers
- Some sections are wheelchair accessible
- On-site restaurants (no outside food allowed)
Access
- In the town of Corralejo
- Less than a 10-minute drive from all Corralejo hotels
- Caleta de Fuste to Acua Water Park = 40min drive
- Costa Calma to Acua Water Park = 1h30 drive
- Morro Jable to Acua Water Park = 1h40 drive
- Free, easy parking all around
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.
Oasis Park wildlife park
Why go there
If you love zoos and/or are craving greenery, you can spend the day at Oasis Park.
This park presents animals and plants from all over the world.
But it’s a funny idea on an island where there’s no abundant water…
What you’ll find
- 3,000 animals of 250 different species
- Interactive experiences with camels, giraffes, elephants…
- The surprise of the botanical garden in this arid, inhospitable terrain
Practical information
- Tuesday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Normally open all year round
- Closed on Monday
- Tourist prices: 39.50 euros adults, 25 euros children under 12, free for children under 4.
- Electric scooter rental service for people with reduced mobility
- 3 restaurants and 2 snack bars on site (no outside food allowed)
Access
- Outside the small town of La Lajita
- Along the main FV-2 road running north-south along the east coast.
- Corralejo to Oasis Park = 1h20 drive
- Caleta de Fuste to Oasis Park = 40min
- Costa Calma to Oasis Park = 10min
- Morro Jable to Oasis Park = 30min
- The park also has a shuttle system.
Guay Parque
Why go there
It’s a park for kids who love to bounce!
There are plenty of trampolines, bungee cords, bouncy castles and other attractions.
There’s also a merry-go-round and quieter games.
Practical information
- Tuesday to Sunday late afternoon
- closed on Monday
- All in Spanish
Access
- In the town of Corralejo
- Less than a 10-minute drive from all Corralejo hotels
- From Caleta de Fuste = 40min drive
- From Costa Calma = 1h30 drive
- From Morro Jable to Acua Water Park = 1h40 drive
- Free, easy parking all around
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Boat trip to see the dolphins… a different kind of attraction!
We love the whale and dolphin watching tours. We had high hopes, and were lucky enough to see a species we’d never seen before: pilot whales (also called pilot whales, but which are dolphins). A wonderful experience with the Fuerteventura landscape in the background.
You can also often see bottlenose dolphins in the Canary Islands, including Fuerteventura.
Sightings are never guaranteed, but in this corner of Fuerteventura, the chances are excellent!
There are tours in catamarans, speedboats and more traditional boats.
We chose the more classic boat for its comfort and the ability to move around on board. We enjoyed it very much:
See program and availability – and book!
Most dolphin tours depart from Morro Jable, in the south of the island.
There’s also a tour of Corralejo and Caleta de Fuste.
Minigolfs
You can also find minigolfs, which are fun attractions for the whole family.
Next to the water park, you’ll find the Fantasia miniature golf course overlooking one of the slides.
It’s a bit old-fashioned for our taste, but it’s always great fun to play a game of minigolf. It’s great fun for the whole family.
This one has 18 holes. But be careful, there’s no shadow.
Depending on how many you are, allow 1h to 1h30.
CHOOSING A HOTEL IN Fuerteventura
Choosing where to stay:
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And themed museums…
You can also find several museums with interesting themes.
No attractions, but they can still be fun for kids, and make for a pleasant outing.
To find out more, see our article on museums in Fuerteventura.
Cheese museum: Museo del Queso Majorero
We fell in love with this museum in the center of the island, and with the warm welcome we received. It’s much more than just an explanation of the cheese.
We really liked everything about this place:
- The restored mill and the beautiful building typical of the Canary Islands,
- Explanations of the island’s geology with videos,
- All the information you need to know about goats and how they live on the island, with a few interactive activities that children will love,
- The cactus garden,
- and last but not least, cheese tasting!
- Our article dedicated to the museum here
La Alcogida Ecomuseum
In this open-air museum, you move from one set of buildings to another, discovering the history of a traditional rural village.
We’re transported to the last century to find out:
- different types of houses and farms, depending on the family’s wealth
- how people lived there
- techniques and tools used for different activities: embroidery, pottery…
- Some animals
Salt marshes: Salinas del Carmen
The salt marshes are another of our favorite spots on Fuerteventura. We love the colors and the history of the place.
The saltworks were founded in the 18th century and are still in operation today. Paludiers still produce salt using traditional methods.
The salt is rich and frothy. You’ll be able to buy a piece!
And don’t miss the whale skeleton next door.
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO Fuerteventura
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- Practical advice
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How to get around
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