Playa del Moro and Playa del Burro Fuerteventura
Far from the big resorts, Playa del Moro and Playa del Burro are small twin beaches on the eastern coast of Fuerteventura. The contrast between the volcanic black rock and the white-sand crescents gives them a Caribbean look that surprises first-time visitors. Summer brings light surf swell, perfect for beginners; the rest of the year these coves are quiet picnic spots with crystal-clear water for snorkelling.
3. Getting There
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Location: eastern coast of Fuerteventura, between Caleta de Fuste and Salinas del Carmen, Canary Islands.
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By car: from Caleta de Fuste take the FV-2 south for 10 min, then turn left on the unpaved access road. 30 min from Puerto del Rosario airport.
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By bus: no direct service. Tiadhe line 3 stops at Salinas del Carmen, from there 1.5 km walk along the coast.
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By bike: easy gravel-cycling route from Caleta de Fuste along the coastal path.
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4. What to Expect
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Feel: warm fine sand, calm shallow turquoise water, volcanic cliffs framing the coves, near-total silence outside July-August.
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Perfect for: families with small children (shallow water), snorkelling, picnic days, beginner surfers on small summer swell.
5. Local History & Heritage
The names "Moro" (Moor) and "Burro" (donkey) come from Majorero oral tradition. The coves once served as natural shelter for the small fishing boats that worked the eastern coast before the tourist boom. The Salt Museum of Salinas del Carmen, just 2 km north, tells the story of the salt-making heritage that defined this coast for centuries.
6. Recommended Beaches and Spots Nearby
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Salinas del Carmen: historic salt flats and museum, 2 km north.
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Caleta de Fuste: the main resort town with marina, shops and restaurants, 10 min drive north.
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Pozo Negro: tiny fishing village with seafood restaurants, 15 min drive south.
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Playa de la Garita: another quiet cove, 8 km north on the FV-2.
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Barranco de la Torre: short scenic ravine with palm grove, 5 min drive inland.
7. Did you know…
The shallow water of these coves is partly fed by underground freshwater seeping through the volcanic rock — this is why the water remains clear and cooler than the open ocean even in August. Local snorkellers often spot small octopus, parrotfish and even the occasional ray hiding in the sandy bottom.
8. Quick Practical Tips
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📅 Best time: June to September for swimming and small-wave surf; year-round for snorkelling and picnics.
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🧸 Pack light: reef-safe sunscreen, snorkel and mask, water shoes (volcanic rock at the edges), picnic gear (no bars on site).
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🌀 Wind factor: the east coast is generally calmer than the north; afternoon trade winds can pick up in summer.
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📋 Facilities: none on the beaches. Closest food and toilets at Salinas del Carmen or Caleta de Fuste.
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🌍 Respect nature: take all rubbish back with you. Do not collect shells, sand or volcanic rocks — the entire coastline is part of a protected area.
9. Playa del Moro and Playa del Burro
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