3 Best Buggy Tours and Day Trips in Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura is a desert island, shaped by volcanoes and with the typical charm of extreme places. The sparse population and rocky landscapes are the ideal backdrop for buggy tours. Thanks to its lightweight chassis and powerful engine, this vehicle is perfect for an adrenaline-filled experience.

For these reasons, a buggy tour is one of the best things to see and do in Fuerteventura. Get ready to step on the gas!

The most complete route. You will see volcanoes, the interior landscape of Fuerteventura and a breathtaking coastline. The excursion departs from Corralejo and visits the following places:

• Calderón Hondo Volcano, the most beautiful on the island. From its summit you can enjoy splendid views. If you like trekking, I recommend coming back. Climbing to the summit is quite easy and the entire route takes about 3 hours.
• Lajares, a village that has become a fairly important tourist destination in recent years. It is located halfway between the Calderón Hondo volcano and the coast. If you visit on a Saturday, you will see a traditional market in the main square. Also worth mentioning is the Chapel of San Antonio, a typical example of traditional Canarian architecture. If you're feeling hungry (and have enough time), you can grab a tapa at the Los Pinchitos restaurant (Calle Coronel Glez del Yerro). Don't drink any beer if you're driving back!
• El Cotillo, a fishing village known for its magnificent beaches. Don't expect to find large hotels and endless nightlife. Here, time seems to have stood still. It is mainly a destination for surfers and kitesurfers.

El Cotillo is the last stop on the east coast of Fuerteventura. After finishing the stage, you will drive back to Parque Holandés, a town a short distance from Corralejo.

Before leaving the buggy, you can take some photos in the Corralejo Dunes park. Remember that this is a protected area and you are not allowed to drive your buggy there.

Important: on this route and the following ones, you will be driving yourself, not a driver. Another thing to bear in mind is that the price includes both insurance and petrol.

• Duration: between 2 and 3 hours
• Price: approximately £80
• Starting point: Corralejo

Costa Calma is a stretch of coastline in the south of Fuerteventura. The trade winds blow constantly, making the area one of the top destinations for windsurfing and kitesurfing. It's also perfect if you want to go to the best surf schools in Fuerteventura.

Getting back to the topic at hand, these buggy tours usually start near Playa de Sotavento, where the sand dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean. You'll set off at around 9:30 a.m. and make two stops at Ugán (a wild horseshoe-shaped cove) and La Pared, a spectacular beach battered by strong waves.

** The rocky and rugged terrain** brings out the best in the buggy and guarantees a fun ride. If you want to stay for lunch in Costa Calma after the experience, I recommend the following places:

• Posada San Borondón, a traditional restaurant with excellent reviews (Local 25, C. L.T.U., S/N, 35627 Costa Calma)
• Mediterranean, known for its simple but tasty recipes (Calle Playa de la Jaqueta 15)

If you have a hire car, you will find parking quite easily. Costa Calma is an internationally renowned hotel area and has all the services you could possibly need.

• Duration: between 3 and 4 hours
• Price: just over £100. The price includes bus transport from your hotel
• Starting point: Costa Calma

Caleta de Fuste is located in the central part of the island, a short distance from the airport. It can be a good destination if you are travelling with your family, if you want to explore Fuerteventura (taking advantage of its privileged location) or play golf. By the way, if you have this last passion, you can check out the holes at the Fuerteventura Golf Club or Playitas.

The buggy route starts in Caleta de Fuste and heads inland. Driving along dirt roads, you will reach the farms where the famous Majorero cheese is produced. It is characterised by a creamy texture and a soft or semi-hard consistency. The younger cheeses have hints of orange, while the mature ones have a more distinctive and spicy flavour.

These excursions include a stop at a traditional cheese factory where you will have the opportunity to buy some gastronomic products. After this, you will resume the drive, passing by some spectacular salt flats and finally returning to Caleta de Fuste.

• Duration: approximately 3 hours
• Price: around £80
• Starting point: Caleta de Fuste

In a word: for the adrenaline rush. The buggy is a vehicle designed for fun: its lightweight chassis, wide tyres and powerful engine are synonymous with enjoyment. At the same time, when you leave the asphalt roads behind, you'll see the island from a different perspective. Stops at beaches, desert areas and historic villages are an added bonus.

If you like being surrounded by nature, I recommend two more activities: an off-road tour or a kayak route in Fuerteventura.

It depends on the agency you choose. As a general rule, some things are always included in the total price:

• An expert guide who will introduce you to the world of dune buggies
• Vehicle rental
• Comprehensiveinsurance
• Helmet, mandatory under European Union safety regulations
• Petrol

Protective goggles are not usually included. If you don't want to buy or rent them, I recommend that you at least bring sunglasses.

Duration of buggy tours in Fuerteventura

As you can see, the routes usually last a maximum of 4 hours. This gives you plenty of time to enjoy other activities as well.

If you are only staying in Fuerteventura for 3 days and want to make the most of every minute, you can climb the hills by buggy in the morning and take a relaxing boat trip in the afternoon.

Yes, all vehicles used on the excursions comply with European regulations. However, there are a few factors to bear in mind when driving:

• If you are driving on sand, do not brake too hard or you may get stuck.
• In strong winds, you should take extra care. The vehicles are light and driving can be affected by gusts
• If you are travelling at a good speed, do not turn suddenly or you could overturn
• Buggies used for dune driving usually have a fairly high centre of gravity. Take your time to understand how they handle
• If you are going to climb a hill or a small elevation, look for the most linear route and build up enough speed. Always keep in mind that sand and rocks offer more resistance than asphalt

In general, use common sense and don't exceed the maximum speed. In any case, the guide will give you some useful tips at the beginning of the tour.

A dune buggy is a real vehicle and you need a driving licence. Therefore, the minimum age is 18. However, minors can participate as passengers. In addition, most agencies have child seats available.

If you are travelling with your family, there are dozens of outdoor activities to do with your little ones. You can spend a day at the Corralejo water park or Oasis Park. For more ideas, read our post on 10 things to do in Fuerteventura with children.

Of course! An entertaining way to explore the island is on an off-road tour. The principle is the same: by leaving the main roads, you'll enjoy the landscape and the overall experience even more. The best routes usually go through Cofete Beach and Villa Winter.

The latter is a residence shrouded in mystery. Rumour has it that it was a secret base and plastic surgery clinic for the Nazis after their defeat in World War II. Hitler himself may have set foot on this remote island in the middle of the Atlantic. You can find more information on the organiser's website: Discovery Safari.

Another route worth taking runs through the north of Fuerteventura. Starting in Corralejo, you will travel through the volcanoes of Villaverde until you reach the village of La Oliva and then Cotillo and its magnificent beach.