Corralejo

Attractions

• Lobos Island:

2 kilometres north of Fuerteventura is the gorgeous Lobos Island, which can only be accessed by tourists via a ferry departing from Corralejo. This volcanic island was formed around 6000 to 8000 years ago, and was named Lobos Island (Wolves Island) for the large number of monk seals (sea wolves) that once lived there in droves.

Lobos was declared a Natural Reserve in 1982 for the unique variety of plants and sea birds that live there, including the rare Shearwater Cinderella. Lobos also features a small, sheltered lagoon known as Playa de la Concha, a sandy beach that’s perfect for sunbathing in peace.

• Corralejo Natural Park:

Perhaps no one area displays the contrasting environments of Fuerteventura, or any of the Canary Islands, better than the Corralejo Natural Park. In the north you will find the largest spread of sand dunes in the entire archipelago, which glorious white sands back onto the clear, turquoise water of the Atlantic Ocean. However, once you turn to the south of the park you will see a dramatic, volcanic landscape that looks more like Tatooine than anywhere on Earth.



• Acua Water Park:

As the only waterpark in Fuerteventura, the Acua Water Park is a very popular place for families and groups of friends to spend the sunny, summer days! The park presently has 14 attractions, including rapids, slides, a giant jacuzzi, and a wave pool. Parking outside of the park is free, as is the use of sunbeds and the park’s wifi. More information on handicapped access, lockers, photo services, and entrance fees, is available on the official Acua website.

Where to Eat

To help set your holiday off on the right foot, we here at Best4Travel have compiled a list of the top cafés and restaurants in and around Corralejo, divided by price to cater for all budget types.

• Low Cost
• An Caisteal Bar & Cafe, Avenida Grandes Playas 3, 35660 Corralejo
• Vivi 100% Italiano Pizzeria, C/ Victor Grau Bassas 4, Frente Policia Local, 35660 Corralejo
• Hamburgueseria Single fin, Calle Hernan Cortes 2, Detras Del C.C. Atlantico, 35660 Corralejo


• Moderately Priced
• The Ugly Duckling, Calle Abubilla 1, 35660 Corralejo
• Aqua Tiki Bar, Avenida Maritima 7, 35660 Corralejo
• Loca Blanca, Calle Doctor Aristides Hdez Moran 7/2, Waikiki Street, 35660 Corralejo


• Expensive
• Restaurante Yamatori, Avenida Grandes Playas s/n, Corralejo, 35660 Corralejo
• Jamoneria Iberic HAM Factory, Calle Lepanto 18, 35660 Corralejo
• La Cupula de Carles Gaig, Avenida Grandes Playas n0 103, Gran Hotel Atlantis Bahia Real, 35660 Corralejo

Transport

With Best4Travel you can have a transfer arranged for you from Fuerteventura Airport straight to your hotel or villa! The approximate transfer time from the airport to Corralejo is 40 minutes.

For more information or for a tailored quotation on transfers to any of the resorts in Fuerteventura featured on Best4Travel.ie, please call our expert Irish call centre today FREE on 1800 814 000.

Best4Travel Tips

• Currency: Euro


• Language: Spanish (mainly), English & German


• Time Difference to Ireland: None


• Flight Time: Approx. 4 hours


• Average Weather: 18-26°C annually


• Local Phrases:
• Hello: Hola
• Good morning: Buenos días
• How are you?: ¿Cómo estás?
• Good afternoon: Buenas tardes
• Good night: Buenas noches
• Goodbye: Adiós
• Please: Por Favor
• Thank you: Gracias
• You’re welcome: De nada
• Where is…?: Dondé está…?
• Do you speak English?: ¿Habla usted Inglés?
• I am from Ireland: Soy de Irlanda


• Tax: Duty Free


• Public Holidays:
• 1 January: Año Nuevo (New Years Day)
• 6 January: El Día de los Reyes (Feast of the Epiphany)
• March/April: Viernes Santo (Good Friday)
• 1 May: Fiesta del Trabajo (Labour Day)
• 30 May: Dia de Canarias (Canary Islands Day)
• 15 August: La Asunción de la Virgen (Feast of the Assumption)
• 12 October: Día de la Hispanidad (National Day)
• 1 November: Todos los Santos (All Saints Day)
• 8 December: La Inmaculada Concepción (The Immaculate Conception)
• 25 December: Navidad (Christmas)