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You'll Love Tarajalejo if:

  • You're looking for fun in the sun for the whole family
  • You fancy some real Spanish culture
  • You're looking for a roamntic retreat for two

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Originally a small fishing village, Tarajalejo on Fuerteventura’s south east coast, is a great base to enjoy the black sand and pebble beaches; a resort which is developing but still retains its old world Spanish atmosphere.

There are several restaurants and bars to enjoy day or night in the old town of Tarajalejo and if you are lucky enough to be here around the 8th of May, then you can enjoy the town’s annual Fiesta in the large town square; a celebration of the Sacred Heart. A quiet...

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Originally a small fishing village, Tarajalejo on Fuerteventura’s south east coast, is a great base to enjoy the black sand and pebble beaches; a resort which is developing but still retains its old world Spanish atmosphere.

There are several restaurants and bars to enjoy day or night in the old town of Tarajalejo and if you are lucky enough to be here around the 8th of May, then you can enjoy the town’s annual Fiesta in the large town square; a celebration of the Sacred Heart. A quiet authentic location, Tarajalejo is also very close to the popular resort of Costa Calma for a further choice of eateries and night time entertainment.

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Over a kilometre of dark sand and pebbles make up the Tarajalejo Beach, great for diving and snorkelling. Gran Tarajal beach is similar and both are quiet bases on which to sunbathe, as well as both being awarded the EU’s Blue Flag. Always ensure you take a sun umbrella and bottles of water on the coast as the heat and strength of the sun can be deceiving.

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Zoo

Tarajaleljo is known for its great beach of black sand that is usually pretty quiet compared to other popular beaches. It is also close to a number of attractions that are great for when you fancy something other than the beach. There is a zoo called Oasis Park nearby in the town of La Lajita that...

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Tarajaleljo is known for its great beach of black sand that is usually pretty quiet compared to other popular beaches. It is also close to a number of attractions that are great for when you fancy something other than the beach. There is a zoo called Oasis Park nearby in the town of La Lajita that is a great day out for a family. There is also a Marine Museum close by which has an aquarium with a large number of exotic fish and marine life.

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Fishing

If you want to try something other than swimming or soaking up the sunshine on the beach then you can try your hand at fishing, either on land or you can go out to sea on one of the local fishing tours. A great way to explore the region is on one of the quad tours; excellent if you like things a...

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If you want to try something other than swimming or soaking up the sunshine on the beach then you can try your hand at fishing, either on land or you can go out to sea on one of the local fishing tours. A great way to explore the region is on one of the quad tours; excellent if you like things a bit faster than walking pace and fancy a little excitement.

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Table for two next to stone wall

Tarajalejo and the surrounding areas have no shortage of great restaurants most of which are used to catering for family groups and some serve a range of international style cuisine. However if you fancy sampling some of the local cuisine then head to any one of the numerous tapas bars that are...

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Tarajalejo and the surrounding areas have no shortage of great restaurants most of which are used to catering for family groups and some serve a range of international style cuisine. However if you fancy sampling some of the local cuisine then head to any one of the numerous tapas bars that are scattered throughout the region; for the best experience try the specials in a number of places.

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Pool side lounger chairs

Many of the hotels in the area have excellent facilities some even have entertainment facilities for children. There are also a number of apartments that are available for hire for those who prefer to go self-catered. The Hotel R2 Bahia Playa is a great four star hotel that caters for families that...

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Many of the hotels in the area have excellent facilities some even have entertainment facilities for children. There are also a number of apartments that are available for hire for those who prefer to go self-catered. The Hotel R2 Bahia Playa is a great four star hotel that caters for families that has a number of activities available.

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The major attractions of the Tarajalejo region are the excellent beaches, which are either made of black sand or pebbles and are great for relaxing in the Canarian sunshine. One of the most popular attractions of the region is the Oasis Park that is one of the largest tropical parks of its kind in...

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The major attractions of the Tarajalejo region are the excellent beaches, which are either made of black sand or pebbles and are great for relaxing in the Canarian sunshine. One of the most popular attractions of the region is the Oasis Park that is one of the largest tropical parks of its kind in Europe. There are over 2000 animals for visitors to see and interact with a nd there are a number fo great animal shows.

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Shop

The countryside around the village has some wonderful views and dramatic vistas especially in the along the coastline there the scenery varies from volcanic rock formations, to sand dunes. If you are a shopaholic or just enjoy a bit or window shopping then there are a few shops in Tarajalejo to...

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The countryside around the village has some wonderful views and dramatic vistas especially in the along the coastline there the scenery varies from volcanic rock formations, to sand dunes. If you are a shopaholic or just enjoy a bit or window shopping then there are a few shops in Tarajalejo to search for a bargain.

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Dance

Tarajalejo has a number of pretty little restaurants that make the perfect setting for a romantic evening meal; some of the better restaurants have terraces or verandas that look out over the sea. There are also a number of bars that are open late where you can sip a glass of wine in the warm night...

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Tarajalejo has a number of pretty little restaurants that make the perfect setting for a romantic evening meal; some of the better restaurants have terraces or verandas that look out over the sea. There are also a number of bars that are open late where you can sip a glass of wine in the warm night air; some even have performances and live music.

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There are a number of hotels that are within easy reach of the beach that provide excellent views of the beautiful coastline, perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway by the seaside. However the village has still retained its traditional charm and has yet to be overdeveloped by tourism....

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There are a number of hotels that are within easy reach of the beach that provide excellent views of the beautiful coastline, perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway by the seaside. However the village has still retained its traditional charm and has yet to be overdeveloped by tourism. The Bahia Hotel offers some great views in its relaxing and comfortable rooms.

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Cocktails

Tarajalejo is a beautiful tranquil fishing village on the coast of Fuerteventura. The area is known for its excellent beaches most of which have yet to be discovered by the tourist crowd that flock to the larger coastal towns. The beaches are made of black sand or small pebbles and are ideal for...

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Tarajalejo is a beautiful tranquil fishing village on the coast of Fuerteventura. The area is known for its excellent beaches most of which have yet to be discovered by the tourist crowd that flock to the larger coastal towns. The beaches are made of black sand or small pebbles and are ideal for soaking up the sunshine and swimming especially Las Playitas, Gran Tarajal Beach and the Costa Calma to the south of the town.

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Sunbathe

The beach of Tarajalejo is made of black sand and pebbles which are great for sunbathing , the Gran Tarajal beach nearby is similar and both the beaches have been awarded the European Blue Flag for cleanliness. Both beaches are popular with divers and snorkelers. There is a pretty beach promenade...

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The beach of Tarajalejo is made of black sand and pebbles which are great for sunbathing , the Gran Tarajal beach nearby is similar and both the beaches have been awarded the European Blue Flag for cleanliness. Both beaches are popular with divers and snorkelers. There is a pretty beach promenade with a small number of beach bars that serve food and drinks throughout the day.

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Watersports

The beach of Tarajalejo and the nearby beaches of Gran Tarajal and Las Playitas have a number of facilities for water sports. There is a dive centre in the region where you can learn to scuba dive or hire equipment. There are also facilities for surfing and windsurfing if you fancy something a...

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The beach of Tarajalejo and the nearby beaches of Gran Tarajal and Las Playitas have a number of facilities for water sports. There is a dive centre in the region where you can learn to scuba dive or hire equipment. There are also facilities for surfing and windsurfing if you fancy something a little more active, but you can always just go for a swim in the sea and snorkelling is very popular.

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There are a few hotels in the town within easy reach of the fantastic beaches that make the town so popular. Whether you are looking for a large luxury hotel or a self-catered apartment there are plenty of options close to the beaches so you’ll never miss out on the sunshine, such as the Bahia four...

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There are a few hotels in the town within easy reach of the fantastic beaches that make the town so popular. Whether you are looking for a large luxury hotel or a self-catered apartment there are plenty of options close to the beaches so you’ll never miss out on the sunshine, such as the Bahia four star resort.

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Adventuring

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The town of Tarajalejo is relatively small compared to some coastal resorts on the island, but it still manages to retain its traditional charm. The Town Square is a beautiful example of the region and its architecture and there are a few restaurants and bars around as well. The D7 modern art...

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The town of Tarajalejo is relatively small compared to some coastal resorts on the island, but it still manages to retain its traditional charm. The Town Square is a beautiful example of the region and its architecture and there are a few restaurants and bars around as well. The D7 modern art gallery has become a popular little spot in the town, very popular with visitors.

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Hiking

The scenery and views of the surrounding area are truly magnificent and there really is no better way to discover some of the local region than on one of the walking trails either inland or along the coast. If you’d rather head out to sea you can try a spot of kayaking or canoeing or for something...

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The scenery and views of the surrounding area are truly magnificent and there really is no better way to discover some of the local region than on one of the walking trails either inland or along the coast. If you’d rather head out to sea you can try a spot of kayaking or canoeing or for something a little more advanced you could take a catamaran course.

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Festival

On the 8th of May the town celebrated the Annual Sacred Heart Fiesta in the centre of the town. It is a religious festival that is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the locals and is held in high regard like many of the Spanish religious days and celebrations. Throughout the year there are a...

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On the 8th of May the town celebrated the Annual Sacred Heart Fiesta in the centre of the town. It is a religious festival that is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the locals and is held in high regard like many of the Spanish religious days and celebrations. Throughout the year there are a number of live concerts that are held in the Town Square in the centre of Tarajalejo, well worth a look if one os happening during your stay.

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  • Tarajalejo Travel Information

    Language
    Spanish (English widely spoken)
    Currency
    Euro
    Local time
    GMT/BST
    Local airport
    Fuerteventura
    Flight time
    4 hours 20 minutes
    Transfer time
    40 minutes
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