Car Rental - Fuerteventura
Blending Spanish spirit with African landscapes, Fuerteventura is a unique island nestled off the Moroccan coast. Mighty volcanoes, excellent surf and pristine beaches make the island a great year-round destination.
Fuerteventura car rental will allow you to discover all the different parts of the island, from the far-flung fishing villages to the lush national parks. We have multiple pick-up points across the island, including car rental at Fuerteventura Airport, so however you arrive, you can easily collect your vehicle.
You can reserve your car in advance online, choosing from a wide range of vehicles from compact city cars to larger family models and SUVs. In the unlikely event you find Hertz car rental in Fuerteventura cheaper, we’ll refund the difference, so you know you’re getting the best price.
Fuerteventura Locations
A Quick Guide to Fuerteventura
Car rental from Fuerteventura will enable you to explore the whole of the island at your own pace.
Blissful Beaches
Fringed by miles of pristine beach, Fuerteventura is the perfect place for a little R&R. Across the island the beaches differ, from those with enormous sandy dunes to wild natural terrain.
You’ll find the most popular beaches in Jandia, a peninsula in the south-west of Fuerteventura. White sand stretches as far as the eye can see and the water is warmer than the rest of the island. Make for Playa del Matorral, a lengthy expanse of sand where you can soak up the rays, build sandcastles and indulge in your favorite book.
The highest point on the island is Pico de Zarza which can be found on Jandia Mount. From 800m you can look out over seven and a half miles of beach. Aim to be here in the evening as it’s one of the most beautiful places in Fuerteventura to see the sunset.
Discover the Secrets of the Atlantic Ocean
There’s a whole world to discover beneath the surface of the Atlantic Ocean which surrounds Fuerteventura. Head to La Concha, a half-moon shaped beach that’s sheltered by a natural lava reef. Make sure to remember your snorkel as colorful and rare fish can be seen within the turquoise waters.
If you’re lucky enough to be on Cofete Beach during September and October, you can witness turtle eggs hatching that were buried here earlier in the year. Head out on a diving expedition from Corralejo and you may even see some of them swimming among the island’s clear blue waters.
Waves reaching up to two metres and strong winds also make this island the perfect place for surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. Corralejo is a popular northern spot to ride the waves, but to escape the crowds make your way in your Fuerteventura rental car to El Cotillo or Playa de Esquinzo.
Treat Your Taste Buds to Local Delicacies
You may notice a large number of goats as you drive around this island – it’s reckoned that there are more of them here than people. This might explain why one of the traditional delicacies of Fuerteventura is Majorero, a local cheese made with goat’s milk.
Tindaya, a mountain village in the north of the island, is the best place to buy this tasty treat, which is particularly delicious when grilled with local palm honey. Those who are really into their cheeses should visit Museo del Queso Majorero in Antigua. Learn all about how cheese is produced on the island and pick up some tasty treats to take home with you.
Thanks to its location, Fuerteventura also serves up mouth-wateringly fresh seafood. Wander along Corralejo’s picturesque seafront and you’ll be spoilt for choice for delicious restaurants to dine at. Take a seat at Mi Casa and feast on melt-in-the-mouth seabass and grilled octopus as the sun slowly sets over the shimmering sea.
Driving In and Around Fuerteventura
It’s a pleasure to drive around the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands – the roads are relatively quiet and well maintained, while the constantly changing scenery will take your breath away. Make sure you roll down the windows in your Fuerteventura rental car to let the sea breeze blow in gently from the Atlantic Ocean.
Due to the island’s small size, it’s possible to drive the length of Fuerteventura in your rental car in a day. However, to make the most of your time here, you may wish to break this up and follow a northern, central and southern route.
The airport is located just off the FV-2, on the east side of the island. If you drive north from here, you’ll join the FV-1 and FV-1a which passes through the Parque Natural Corralejo.
Within 30 minutes from leaving Fuerteventura car rental, you should reach Corralejo itself, a former fishing village, and Acua Water Park. This is the only water park on the island where you can relax on the lazy river or experience the thrill of the kamikaze water slide.
Head inland, away from the coast on the FV-413, and it’s 20 minutes to Antigua, which is located right in the center of the island. One of the oldest villages on the island, you’ll find a flat landscape peppered with the windmills this area is famous for.
Venture south along the FV-2 in your rental car from Fuerteventura and this will take you through Malpaís Grande national park, a richly diverse volcanic landscape. You can then come off at the FV-4 and Gran Tarajal, one of the biggest towns on the island, is only a short drive away.
Alternatively, continue on the FV-2 through Parque Natural Jandía and in just over an hour you’ll reach the beach resorts of Solana Matorral and Morro Jable. The latter is popular for its two-and-a-half miles of golden sand.
The maximum speed limit on the island is 55mph although there are four miles alongside Costa Calma where the speed limit is 68mph.
