Betancuria Active Hiking Tour

Fuerteventura, Spain
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Discover the ancient Fuerteventura with this excursion which consist in two easy medium-level hikes in the center of the island within the rural park of Betancuria in the area known as Barranco de las Peñitas and another one to the southwest within the natural monument of Montaña del Cardón. You will also have the opportunity to have swim in Ajuy (at your own risk) and see the caves!

Enjoy a different day!!

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Betancuria, Betancuria, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

We will drive our vehicle to the center-north of the island to make a short stop at the viewpoint of Guize and Ayoze from which we will have magnificent views of the north of the island and the Betancuria Valley. After this short stop we will go to the first Catellan capital after the conquest in the Canary Islands, Betancuria. After visiting this charming enclave (it is on the list of the most beautiful villages in Spain) we will have 45 minutes of free time to explore its streets, museums and church or just have a drink in the various cafes in the area

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Vega de Rio Palmas, Vega de Rio Palmas, Betancuria, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

Once we have enjoyed this charming and quiet place we will move to the Vega de Rio Palmas where we will make a short stop to contemplate its church and its famous Virgin (Every year the devotees of the Virgen de la Peña start a pilgrimage from their localities to this enclave).

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Buen Paso, Buen Paso, Tenerife, Canary Islands

After this short stop we will head towards Buen Paso to face the beautiful canyon of Las Peñitas where our first hike will take place. Ascend to the small chapel and then climb up to the dam from which we will have a magnificent view of one of the most beautiful landscapes of Fuerteventura. After the photos of rigor we will return to our steps to go to the vehicle and continue our march to the impressive caves of Ajuy.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Ajuy, Ajuy, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

In Ajuy we will have free time in which we can taste fresh fish in one of the various restaurants in the area, enjoy our sandwich on the shore of the beach or take a swim (at your own risk) ….

After visiting the caves we will move to the Natural Monument of Montaña Cardón, where our last hike of the day will take place

Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes

Stop At: Monumento Natural de Montaña Cardón, FV-605, 35628 Pájara, Las Palmas, Spain

we will ascend along a well-marked trail to the Cave of the Virgin of Tanquito from which we will have magnificent views of the Isthmus of La Pared and the west coast of the island. (Annually, on the first Saturday of the month of June there is a pilgrimage to the Virgen del Tanquito from the village of Cardón). Once rested, we will return by the same path to our vehicle to return home after an unforgettable day.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions

  • Trekking Poles
  • 18 l backpack
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Topographic Map of the area
  • Brunch - energy bar, one piece of fruit, tasting of cheese and local products
  • Bottled water

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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