Fuerteventura (sotavento) Windsurfing Holidays

Fuerteventura (sotavento) Resort Summary

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"Thanks For Assisting Us In Booking Our Windsurf Holiday Last July. Sotavento Beach In Fuerte Was Amazing And We Plan To Go Back Next Year."

OVERVIEW

Fuerteventura is the second largest of the Canaries although one of the least developed. You arrive at the airport in Puerto Rosario, and head to Sotavento in the South (about 1.5 hours). The Canary Islands offer excellent value for money and are easily reached, by several charter flights a week, with a short 3 hour flight.

THE SPOT

Fuerteventura offers a variety of conditioned depending on the time of year and location; from super flat shallow lagoons to full on wave sailing spots. We know this area extremely well so please call for a personal account and advice on suitability.

SOTAVENTO

Located on miles of stunning white sand beaches in the south of the island, as in the north Sotavento is a relatively undeveloped area of the Canaries. For windsurfers this is viewed as one of the windiest places in the world, with the Windsurf World Cup held here for the past 18 years. In this secluded spot the 4* Sol Gorriones hotel holds prime position overlooking the whole area.

THE WIND

The swells which bring the best waves are caused by depressions in the Atlantic which are more prevalent in Winter.

ACTIVITIES

Fuerteventura does offer a wide range for the non - windsurfer, don't forget this is a major holiday destination for many holidaymakers. The key activities are surfing, diving, horseriding, trekking and cycling. At Sotavento there is a good quality hotel overlooking the spot, so this may be more suited to a non-windsurfing partner who is happy to relax around a pool and wander down to the spot at leisure.

NIGHTLIFE

Sotavento evenings are mostly hotel based, relaxing over dinner or in one of the hotel bars. A short shuttle bus ride or taxi ride away are the resorts of Costa Calma and Jandia, which offer a low key selection of bars and nightlife. Fuerte Action café and Restaurant Bar in Costa Calma is a popular meeting place from breakfast until late at night.

ENTRY

UK / EU passport holders: A full 10 year passport valid until at least 6 months after date of return. No visa required. Other passport holders: Please check with Spanish Consulate (020 7589 8989).