Excursion to Corralejo: Fuerteventura Dunes and Volcano
Discover the highlights of northern Fuerteventura on this 4x4 tour in small groups that takes you from the famous Corralejo dunes to the volcanic landscapes of Bayuyo, passing by fishing villages, beautiful coves and charming towns such as El Cotillo. You’ll travel in a comfortable 4x4. Enjoy free time for swimming at the Playa de la Concha beach, gaze out at the ocean from the Faro del Tostón lighthouse and finish the tour with a surprising visit of an aloe vera farm.
- Explore the contrasts of northern Fuerteventura by 4x4: dunes, volcanoes, coves, and fishing villages
- Feel the immensity of the desert at the spectacular Corralejo Dunes
- Dare to visit an authentic Fuerteventura volcano and discover its lunar scenery
- Enjoy free time at Playa de la Concha beach, ideal for swimming and relaxing in crystal-clear waters
- Stroll through the coastal streets of El Cotillo and visit the iconic Faro del Tostón lighthouse
- Learn the secrets of aloe vera at a local farm and discover why it is known as the queen of medicinal plants
- Small groups: a maximum of 6 passengers (+ driver) per vehicle, travelling in a caravan with other vehicles
- 4x4 tour of northern Fuerteventura: excursion to the Corralejo Dunes, Bayuyo Volcano, Majanicho, El Tostón Lighthouse, La Concha Beach, El Cotillo, and aloe vera farm
- Free time for a swim at the beach and a stroll around El Cotillo
- The guide’s explanations in your language
- Closed all-terrain vehicle (max. 6 passengers + driver)
- Pick-up from your hotel (in the north or south, depending on the product chosen)
- Civil liability insurance
What's not included...
- Food
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Important information
- Activity duration: approximately 6 hours
- Available languages: Spanish, English, German, French, and Italian
- Days available: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Schedule: 9.30am to 3.30pm, excluding collections from and return to hotels
- Point of departure: Corralejo Dunes area, although the experience includes pick-up in the north or south of the island
- Transport in caravan of 4x4 ATVs
- Confirmation: instant
- If you’re booking less than 24 hours before the date of your planned excursion we recommend ringing (+34) 659 971 974 to check availability because our capacity is limited and sometimes it’s not possible to make last minute changes.
- Children admitted: 1 - 11-year-olds; from 12 years old—adult rate applies
- Cancellation: full refund up to 24 hours in advance; less than 24 h before or in case of a no show, refunds will only be issued upon submission of a medical certificate
- Full refund in case of cancellation due to weather conditions, or medical certificate in case of non-attendance
- Recommendations: bring water, something to eat, swimwear, comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and a coat
What you'll see on this 4x4 Tour to Corralejo and El Cotillo
Corralejo Dunes
The excursion begins in one of the island’s most iconic locations: the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park. This sea of golden sand, shaped by the wind, stretches along the Atlantic, creating a hypnotic landscape. Exploring it by 4x4 is an experience in itself. If you’ve ever wondered what is there to see in Corralejo beyond its streets, this is the best starting point. A tour of Fuerteventura dunes should be on any bucket list.
Bayuyo Volcano
The best place to visit a volcano in Fuerteventura. Dreamlike panoramic views, volcanic soil beneath your feet, and a landscape that looks like it’s from another planet.
Majanicho
Charming little fishing village, low houses facing the ocean, and a leisurely pace that reflects Fuerteventura’s traditional spirit.
El Tostón Lighthouse
A historic lighthouse in the far north-west of the island surrounded by black lava, natural pools, and open sea. The perfect photo shoot location.
Playa de la Concha Beach (El Cotillo)
Crystal clear waters, white sand, and a tranquillity that invites you to swim and relax. One of the best beaches in northern Fuerteventura.
El Cotillo
A fishing village with quiet streets, seaside terraces, and a relaxed atmosphere. Ideal for strolling, having a drink, and discovering a different side of the island.
Aloe vera farm
Discover the many healing properties of aloe vera at a local plantation. Learn how this plant—which is so characteristic of the Canary Islands’ climate—is grown, extracted, and used.
Book your excursion to Corralejo
- 4x4 tour of northern Fuerteventura: excursion to the Corralejo Dunes, Bayuyo Volcano, Majanicho, El Tostón Lighthouse, La Concha Beach, El Cotillo, and aloe vera farm
- Pick-up from your hotel in the south of the island
- Free time for a swim at the beach and a stroll around El Cotillo
- The guide’s explanations in your language
- Closed all-terrain vehicle (max. 6 passengers + driver)
- Civil liability insurance
- Food
- 4x4 tour of northern Fuerteventura: excursion to the Corralejo Dunes, Bayuyo Volcano, Majanicho, El Tostón Lighthouse, La Concha Beach, El Cotillo, and aloe vera farm
- Pick-up from your hotel in the north of the island
- Free time for a swim at the beach and a stroll around El Cotillo
- The guide’s explanations in your language
- Closed all-terrain vehicle (max. 6 passengers + driver)
- Civil liability insurance
- Food
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DescriptionAbout this excursion to Corralejo and El Cotillo
The best way to discover the north of Fuerteventura is on wheels … but not just on any wheels. On this 4x4 tour of Corralejo you will alternate secondary roads with dirt tracks to reach places where there is no pavement: dunes that truly resemble a desert, silent volcanoes, oceanside villages where time stands still, and quiet beaches with crystal-clear waters.
Corralejo Dunes: the desert by the sea
The excursion begins in one of the island’s most iconic locations: the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park. This sea of golden sand, shaped by the wind, stretches along the Atlantic, creating a hypnotic landscape. Exploring it by 4x4 is an experience in itself. If you’ve ever wondered what is there to see in Corralejo beyond its streets, this is the best starting point. A tour of Fuerteventura dunes should be on any bucket list.
Ascending Bayuyo volcano: geological history in close-up
After having crossed the desert, it’s time to visit a volcano on Fuerteventura: the Bayuyo volcano. This volcanic formation is one of the highest points in the north of the island, and from its slopes, you get to behold a stunning panoramic view of the entire surrounding area. The views, the colours of the earth, the silence … make this section of the route something special. An excursion to a volcano on Fuerteventura is certainly not an everyday entertainment.
Majanicho and Faro del Tostón: between tradition and the horizon
The tour continues towards Majanicho, a tiny fishing village whose little white houses overlook the sea with charming simplicity. It is a place with soul, perfect for taking a deep breath to appreciate the slow pace of this part of the island. A little further on, you’ll reach the Faro del Tostón, a historic lighthouse surrounded by black lava, salt flats, and the grandeur of the ocean.
La Concha Beach and El Cotillo: bathing, strolling and relaxing
The route continues to the El Cotillo Natural Pools, where a long stop is planned for swimming, relaxing or snorkelling at one of Europe’s quietest beaches. Playa de la Concha beach is famous for its crystal-clear water, blonde sand and its family atmosphere. Afterwards, dry and relaxed, we’ll have time to wander around El Cotillo, a charming coastal town where you can have a drink by the ocean or simply take a stroll.
Aloe vera: the last stop before return
Before concluding this adventure, you’ll make one last stop at an aloe vera farm, where you’ll learn all about this medicinal plant, known as ‘the queen of the desert’. Its properties, uses, interesting facts … A relaxing way to round off a day of discovering the highlights of the northern part of the island.
Full itinerary of this excursion to Corralejo and El Cotillo
Corralejo Dunes | Bayuyo Volcano | Majanicho | Faro del Tostón Lighthouse | Playa de la Concha Beach | El Cotillo | Aloe vera farm
