Audio Guide of Corralejo Natural Park

Corralejo Natural Park has no formal opening or closing hours, as it is a natural area open to the public 24 hours a day. You can easily reach it by car, as the FV-1 road (now FV-1a along the coastal stretch) runs through it. There are also bus routes, such as line 6, connecting Corralejo with the Dunes area. We recommend checking bus schedules on the Fuerteventura Intercity Transport website.

Good news: entry to Corralejo Natural Park is completely free. It is a natural area with open access for everyone who wants to enjoy its landscapes and impressive dunes. There are no fees or admission tickets.

The length of your visit can vary greatly depending on what you want to do. If you only want to take a few quick photos in the dunes and enjoy the scenery, 1 or 2 hours may be enough. But if you feel like taking a long walk through the dunes, swimming at its beaches, or simply relaxing, you could easily spend a whole morning or afternoon there. Give yourself enough time to savor the tranquility of the place.

This park is much more than a beautiful landscape. The Corralejo Dunes are a unique ecosystem, one of the few active dune systems on the planet, declared a Natural Park and a Special Protection Area for Birds (SPA). Their formation is due to the relentless work of the wind and the accumulation of sand of marine and organic origin, including mollusk shells. It is vital for local biodiversity and a symbol of the island’s natural beauty.

Any time of year is good for visiting Fuerteventura thanks to its mild climate. However, to enjoy Corralejo Natural Park, I recommend going early in the morning or at sunset. You will avoid the hottest hours, especially in summer, and enjoy incredible light for photos. In addition, early in the morning the dunes are usually more pristine.

General access to the park is relatively easy, since the road runs through it. However, walking on the sandy dunes can be challenging for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users. The beaches have wooden walkways in some sections, but the sandy terrain and shifting dunes make direct access into the dune field difficult. Some seafront areas on the coast closest to Corralejo are more accessible.

Plenty! Right next to the park is the town of Corralejo, with its lively atmosphere, restaurants, and shops. From Corralejo harbor, you can take a ferry to Lobos Island, a protected natural paradise. Nearby you also have Red Mountain with its volcanic crater, or the beaches of El Cotillo to the west, known for their lagoons and relaxed atmosphere. Fuerteventura is full of amazing spots waiting to be discovered.

Of course. First, bring sun protection, sunglasses, and a hat, as the sand and sun can be intense. If you are going to walk on the dunes, comfortable footwear that does not easily fill with sand is ideal, or simply go barefoot if you dare. Bring water, as there are no sales points inside the park. And most importantly: respect the environment. Do not leave trash, do not step on protected vegetation, and do not light fires. We want this paradise to be preserved forever. Enjoy the magic of the dunes!