Esquinzo & Jandía Fuerteventura Things to Do

Esquinzo & Jandía Excursions and Sights

Due to its weather and the endless beaches Jandía Playa, as the place is also known, has turned into one of Fuerteventura's main tourist centers since the 1960s. Hundreds of thousands spend their holidays there every year. Most of them are from Germany. Among the most outstanding sights in Jandía town there are the beaches. However, these are not the only ones even though the place has grown artificially and has no historic center. On holiday there are a lot of things to do in and from Jandía, either on your own or organized by operators.

The term Jandía has two meanings on Fuerteventura. On the one hand, it refers to the entire southern tip of the island as the Jandía peninsula and on the other, Jandía is the tourist destination that stretches along the southwest coast. The southernmost district of Jandía town is Solana Matorral. Further north is Piedras Caídas and then Esquinzo. In Esquinzo there are some sights and excursions that you can make during your stay. What makes Jandía in the south of Fuerteventura such a special holiday destination, what to do there and to see, can be found in this detailed article.

Index

Organized excursions in Jandía
Sights in Jandía
Sights in Esquinzo
Shopping in Jandía
Nightlife in Jandía
Beaches of Jandía
Weather in Jandia
Hotels in Jandia

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Activities in Jandia

What to Do in Jandía - Organized Excursions

There are a lot of tourists throughout the whole area of Jandía. Most of them spend their holidays there, while others instead are day visitors from other regions of the island. As a result, an enormous demand for organized tours has developed in Jandía. Therefore, many of the operators have settled there. Consequently, if you are looking for things to do in Jandía, it is very easy for you because the offer is huge. All excursion providers we have listed on our website for the south of Fuerteventura will pick you up at your hotel. Some excursions start directly in Jandía town or Esquinzo. And you will also find your dream excursion at the end of this article, with no need to worry about the hotel transfer. By the way in the detailed descriptions of our excursions under the point “Services & Prices” you will find the exact information about whether you will be picked up and from where.

Hiking from Jandía

Hiking or trekking tours are very popular in the winter months. You can book several guided walking tours from Jandía on our website. You will be picked up at your hotel in Jandía, and then taken by bus to the starting points, of the mostly not very strenuous routes. Explore Fuerteventura on foot; see impressive cliffs, green valleys and incomparable nature.

Boat trips in Jandía

Whether by catamaran or yacht, Jandía is an excellent starting point for boat excursions. Due to its proximity to the port of Puerto de Morro Jable, it opens the gate to the Atlantic. Whether you like something cozy and on a small scale or something rather exciting together with many others. Jandía offers you parties, dolphin watching, fishing trips and trips to relax and swim on the sea on large and small boats and catamarans.

Jandía JetSki Safari and Parasailing

Wonderful beaches often host vendors of various water sports activities. And that’s why you can book Jet Ski tours from Jandía or, if you want to get high, admire the town from above while parasailing. Wind and waves provide plenty of adrenaline when you jet along the coast with the JetSki or when you float over 100 meters above the water surface.

Jeep Safari Jandía

These exploration tours are very popular. During a jeep safari from Jandía you will get to know the Jandía peninsula and the huge mountain range of its natural park. Visit Playa Cofete one of the most beautiful and lonely beaches on the island. Enjoy nature in its virgin state, as the dust from the off-road tracks gets through every opening of your clothing.

Things to do in Esquinzo

The things to do in Esquinzo are the same as in Jandía. You just have to pick the right activity after reading this article. But to be safe, read the descriptions of the excursions under “Services & Prices” and ensure that you will be picked up as well from Esquinzo.

Things to see in Jandía

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Jandía Peninsula

The entire southern part of Fuerteventura is called Península de Jandía. The peninsula is separated from the rest of the island by the isthmus “Istmo de La Pared” of only 5 kilometers width. In addition to the tourist area in the southwest on the peninsula, there is also the Jandía Natural Park with its mighty elevations. Among them is the highest mountain of the island, the Pico de la Zarza (807 meters). The mountains ensure that the tourist resorts in the southwest are largely protected from clouds and cold air. More information about the Jandía Natural Park can be found here.

The Whale Skeleton of Jandía

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Few people will ever meet a sperm whale face to face. You can get an idea of what to expect, on a meadow facing the beach in the district Solana Matorral. The nearly 15-meter-long skeleton of a sperm whale that used to weigh more than 16 tons, washed ashore in Fuerteventura in 2004, will definitely amaze you.

The salt marshes of Jandía

The salt marshes “Humedal Saladar de Jandía” are a unique and very sensitive ecosystem, which as a biosphere reserve is part of the nature reserve of Fuerteventura. Rare bird species from North Africa and Europe have their nesting sites here. In addition, special plants grow here that feed on the salt water of the sea. You will find the salt marshes on the beach Playa del Matorral and may also meet marabous, cranes or chipmunks there.

Playa de Esquinzo Attractions

Esquinzo is a completely new tourist destination, where bathing pleasure and relaxation are in the foreground. For this reason Esquinzo has no own attractions in the classical sense. But it is a central point in the south, from which you can quickly and easily reach the sights of the other regions.

Shopping in Jandía

The shopping center “Centro Comercial Cosmo” in Jandía is considered a paradise for shopping lovers. It is located just off the main street, Avenida del Saladar, at the southern end of the town and tempts visitors on four floors to spend a fortune shopping. In addition to the usual fashion boutiques, perfume and souvenir shops, there is a wide selection of bars and restaurants. You can also go shopping in Jandía. Strolling down the main street of Solana Matorral, you will find the usual shops as well as shops with local offers.

Nightlife in Jandía

The center of Jandía’s nightlife is the Cosmo shopping center. In addition to numerous pubs and cocktail bars, there are also two discotheques. The surfing bar “Surf Inn” is very popular apart to cocktails and drinks they are showing surf videos that create a relaxed atmosphere. After midnight, many are drawn to the Noche Tropical. Here you will dance and celebrate to Latin American rhythms until dawn. On top of that, the nightlife around the main street of Jandía offers many more bars and restaurants where to end a great day of your vacation.

Things worth knowing about Jandía Town

Beaches in Jandía

The Playa Esquinzo-Butihondo beach is located just in front of the hotel rows of Esquinzo. The bright sandy beach is very shallow, so that it is suitable for children. The crystal-clear water also throws some waves, so that water sports are not neglected either. The beach Playa las Gaviotas begins in the district of Las Gaviotas, then turns into the Playa de Jandía, and finally ends as Playa Matorral at the entrance of Morro Jable. This contiguous beach section is about 4 kilometers long and impresses with its bright sand and shallow depth of the sea. Its special feature is the width of the beach. Here you will find enough space at any time, without having to lie towel to towel with the neighbors. Nudism is allowed.

Weather in Jandía

The Jandía Natural Park ensures a balanced and dry climate in the area with its mountains. In fact, the weather in Jandía is considered the sunniest on the whole island. If you look at the climate table for Jandía, you will see temperatures of 20 to 24 degrees in the winter and 24 to 29 degrees throughout the summer months. The average number of about 30 rainy days per year is not significant. Apart from this, the wind is not as strong in this region as it is in other regions of Fuerteventura.

Hotels in Jandía

Excellent hotels have emerged in Jandía town that leave nothing to be desired. Some have pool facilities reminiscent of large water parks. Many of the hotels are built near the beach, so most of them offer a wonderful sea view. You can choose from all categories and if you are looking for something special, such as Kids- or Adults Only Hotels you will surely find it here. We wish you a great holiday in Jandía.

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