Fuerteventura's Jandía peninsula and its immaculate beaches

A long time ago, the Jandía peninsula was separated from the rest of the island of Fuerteventura. Numerous volcanic eruptions and the lava flows that followed formed the isthmus of Pared, the small area of land that now links the main island to the peninsula.

Scientists claim that the peninsula was much larger than what we know today. Unfortunately, the last eruption of the Jandía volcano caused a large part of the peninsula to collapse into the Atlantic Ocean. These geological transformations, thousands of years old, are still visible in the landscape of the Jandía peninsula.

To the north, the steep arched cliffs are in fact the former caldera, or volcanic crater, of the old Jandía volcano. To the south, where the slopes and landforms are gentler, you can imagine the flanks of the volcano and the barrancos - ravines - formed by the basalt rock.

As well as witnessing and illustrating centuries of geological history, Jandía Park is teeming with endemic plant species. It is also arare and protected bird-watching area. In fact, Jandía Park was first classified as a nature reserve in 1987, before being designated a nature park in 1994. The park is also classified as a special protection area for birds.

The Jandía Natural Park lies to the south of Fuerteventura, covering most of the peninsula in the Jandía region. The landscapes are unspoilt, as man has had no opportunity to transform them. However, outside the perimeter of the park are the seaside resorts of Morro Jable and Costa Calma. The emergence of mass tourism in this area has prompted the Canary Islands authorities to impose protection of the region's flora and fauna.

The park is dominated by mountains of volcanic origin. As a result, white sandy beaches mingle with sheer cliffs and capricious rock formations. To the north of the Jandía peninsula, the park's beaches - such as Cofete beach - are wild, immense and powerful. They attract nature lovers and extreme sports enthusiasts alike.

Meanwhile, the beaches to the south of Jandía are served by the FV-02 road and are therefore more popular with tourists. There's the beach of El Mattoral with its sun loungers, and the white sand of Butihondo beach.

Do you love immaculate beaches or relaxing by the water with your family? Read [our article on the most beautiful beaches in Fuerteventura](/news/article-10251.

The park covers more than 14 hectares. Along its coastline and impressive relief, there are a number of activities on offer. You can visit the tip of the peninsula and its lighthouse, the Faro de Jandía. What's more, there are wonderful walks in the volcanic mountains of Jandía and plenty of opportunities to take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean.

Find out more about activities in the Jandía Natural Park on the official Spanish tourism portal.

There are plenty of restaurants along the south coast of Jandía Park. You'll find everything from pizza to sushi in the seaside resort of Morro Del Jable. If you prefer to visit wilder corners, we recommend dining in the small village on the tip of the peninsula, El Puertito.

🍴 Restaurante El Caleton

This typical family restaurant is nestled between playa del Puertito and playa Piragua. It's one of Fuerteventura's quietest and most authentic spots. As you listen to the sound of the waves, you can feast on deliciously prepared fresh fish. The restaurant is open from 9am to 10pm, every day except Tuesday.

📍 How do I get to La Jandía Park?

Coming from Puerto del Rosario, you need to follow the FV-02 coastal road. It serves various seaside resorts along the way, including Costa Calma, Esquinzo, Jandía Playa and Morro del Jable. From Puerto del Rosario, the journey to the nature park takes around 2 hours.

👛 Prices

Entry to the Jandía Natural Park is free, and you don't need any permits to visit.

We invite you to visit the Jandía Nature Park Visitor Centre for advice, to pick up a map or to see the huge 6-metre-long whale skeleton hanging from the ceiling.

⏰ Opening times

The centre is open from 10am to 6pm, Tuesday to Saturday.

👉 Who is this activity suitable for?

A visit to the nature park is a must on the island of Fuerteventura. It's a day-long activity that's suitable for the whole family.