Fuerteventura 

1. Los Menceyes

2. Betancuria

    2.1 Santa Maria

3. Museo del Queso Majojero

4. Aloe Vera Farm

5. More excursion tips for Fuerteventura

6. Cruiseguide Fuerteventura

7. Book shore excursions

    7.1 Meine Landausflüge

    7.2 GetYourGuide

    7.3 Viator

Long sandy beaches, rugged nature, and picturesque villages – you will find all of this on Fuerteventura. Just over 122,000 people live on the island, with nearly 40,000 of them residing in the capital, Puerto del Rosario. Fuerteventura has a very unique character. Of all the Canary Islands, it is the most barren and bizarre. Not every visitor will discover the charm of this island, but those who fall for it once keep coming back. Fuerteventura doesn’t have nearly as many sights as its neighboring island, Lanzarote; people come here primarily for water sports and beach holidays. The south of the island is a surfer's paradise, and surfers also get their money's worth in the north at Punta Blanca

In ancient times, Fuerteventura consisted of two kingdoms. King Guise ruled in Jandía, while King Ayose ruled in the north. In 1405, Jean de Béthencourt conquered the island, and the kings surrendered. They were allowed to keep their land, but they lost their entire population due to introduced diseases. To ensure their history is not forgotten, two 4.50-meter-high statues were erected in 2008 at the mountain pass leading to the old capital, Betancuria.

Betancuria is considered the most historic place on Fuerteventura. The former island capital was founded in 1404 by the Norman Jean de Béthencourt in a hidden valley to provide protection from pirate attacks. Today, the village is one of the most beautiful spots on the island and is a protected heritage site.

A highlight is the church of Santa Maria, which was magnificently rebuilt in the 17th century after its destruction. While strolling through the cobblestone streets, you can experience the authentic, traditional flair. Nearby, the Mirador de Guise y Ayose viewpoints offer a spectacular view over the central massif. A visit to Betancuria is a must for anyone interested in culture.

The church of Santa Maria was built in 1410 and served as the cathedral of the Diocese of Fuerteventura from 1424 to 1432. Although it was built far from the sea in the mountains, it was repeatedly the target of pirate attacks. In the 16th century, it was heavily destroyed and then rebuilt in the 17th century in its current appearance.

The Museo del Queso Majorero is much more than just a cheese museum. Housed in a large finca, three buildings cover different topics. The first building focuses on the flora and fauna of Fuerteventura. In the second building, you will find everything about Queso Majorero, Fuerteventura’s world-renowned goat cheese. The third building is dedicated to the Cabra, the island's goat.

After leaving the building, you should definitely go up to the roof terrace to enjoy the view. If you like, you can also visit the windmill, whose machinery is still fully preserved.

The museum is open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. Adults pay €5, while children up to 12 years old pay €2.50.

Status 2026

To conclude our excursion, we visited an Aloe Vera farm, where we were guests at Aloe Vera Exclusive. Dino told us a lot about the extraction of Aloe, and we had the opportunity to test individual products. Afterward, we headed back to the harbor.

Fuerteventura can be explored very well independently. Here you can see the highlights awaiting you.

Here you will find information about the location of the port, public transportation, rental cars, and options for independent excursions.

Meine Landausflüge offer you fantastic cruise trips at the most popular ports worldwide. Typically, they are available in much smaller groups and at more affordable prices than the cruise line’s own excursions. All our options are carefully selected to guarantee you an unforgettable outing experience.

• Small group sizes  
• Punctual return guarantee  
• Convenient pick-up and drop-off service from/to the port  
• Money-back guarantee for itinerary changes and port cancellations  
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour (Flex option up to 60 minutes before the tour start)

With GetYourGuide, you can book land excursions in small groups, often at better prices than those offered by cruise lines. All experiences are carefully selected and reviewed by experts. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start of the excursion.

Viator, a Tripadvisor company, is one of the world's leading online marketplaces for travel experiences. The platform provides travelers with access to more than 300,000 activities, including guided tours, day trips, attraction tickets, and exclusive experiences in thousands of destinations worldwide. A key advantage for users is the millions of authentic traveler reviews that help in making informed choices. 

Viator is known for its high flexibility:

• offering free cancellation on many bookings up to 24 hours in advance.
• Additionally, the "reserve now, pay later" option provides financial freedom during trip planning.