Playa de Esquinzo — Fuerteventura

Playa de Esquinzo

Not recommended

Rain is expected in the selected period. Rough sea, with waves up to 1.1 m.

AURA Score
5.5

Morning

5.5

Not recommended

Afternoon

5.5

Not recommended

Hourly cloud cover trend

6%08
19%rain likely10
56%rain likely12
20%rain likely14
20%rain likely16
20%rain likely18
40%light20

Hourly wind trend

🏖️ spiaggia9 km/h089 km/h↑18 km/h108 km/h↑23 km/h128 km/h↑20 km/h1410 km/h↑20 km/h1610 km/h↑20 km/h1810 km/h↑17 km/h20

Tide

FallingAmong today’s lowest levels

-0.85 m relative to the predicted mean sea level.

LowMidHigh0.56 m-0.89 m

This is a broad-scale marine estimate for comparing times, not a precise shoreline water level.

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About the beach

La Oliva · Fuerteventura

La Playa de Esquinzo in La Oliva opens up at the mouth of a ravine, nestled between dark cliffs and wind-sculpted pale sand dunes. It is a beach in the wild north—near the El Cotillo area—distinct from the Esquinzo-Butihondo hotel zone in Jandía. Due to the access conditions and lack of amenities, it is best to plan your visit in advance. The waves attract surfers, though the landscape alone makes the trip worthwhile for those without a board.

Dangerous beachOften strong wavesWildReachable by hikeSunset over the sea

Beach features

  • Sand: sand — Sandy beach, comfortable for laying out a towel.
  • Exposure: West — spectacular sunsets over the sea

Beach characteristics, including child suitability, accessibility and services, are indicative and may change. Always verify locally.

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Today
Satellite view of the coast around the beach
Waves · NW1.0 m · 10 sWind · SSW10 km/h · gusts 20 km/hNESWSatellite imagery © Esri

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Verified on 9 Sept 2026 · Sources: Catálogo General de Playas y Zonas de Baño de Canarias, Gobierno de Canarias / GESPLAN