The quick answer
Fuerteventura isn’t a high-mountain island, but it’s rarely completely flat and almost never windless. Much of the best riding in the north is on dirt tracks that link volcanoes, villages and the coast, with stretches of loose gravel, patches of sand and short, punchy climbs. So the right bike depends less on the island than on you: how fit you are, how far you want to go and how much the wind bothers you.
- E-bike / e-MTB: first-timers, mixed groups, couples with different fitness levels, long days out and anyone who hates headwinds. From 35 € a day.
- Mountain bike: fit riders who enjoy earning every metre, shorter loops and tighter budgets. From 15 € a day.
- Gravel bike: experienced cyclists after speed and distance on dirt roads and tarmac. From 35 € a day.
E-bike: the easiest way to see the most
An electric mountain bike is what most of our customers choose, and for good reason. The motor only helps while you pedal, so you’re still riding, but the trade wind stops being an enemy and the climbs up to volcanic viewpoints become a pleasure rather than a test. It also evens out groups: a strong rider and a beginner can ride side by side without anyone waiting at every junction.
Our e-bike fleet includes the Specialized Turbo Kenevo Comp, Cube Stereo Hybrid Race 120, Cube Reaction Hybrid Performance 500 / 625, Giant Stance E+, Commencal Meta Power Max, MMR Kore 00 and Megamo Ridon HT. Every bike is fully charged and checked before you collect it. Prices start at 25 € for 4 hours, 35 € for a day and 196 € for a whole week, with helmet, lock and insurance always included. You’ll find all the models on our e-bike rental page.
Worth knowing: e-bikes are heavier than normal bikes, so in deep sand you may have to push for a few metres, and on a long day it pays to manage the assistance levels so the battery lasts until you’re back in Corralejo.
Mountain bike: pure riding at the lowest price
A classic mountain bike makes sense if you ride regularly at home and like the feeling of doing it all on your own legs. Most tracks here aren’t very technical, but they’re rough enough that a mountain bike feels far more at home than a road or city bike, and the wide tyres cope well with gravel and sandy bits.
We rent the BMC Teamelite 03 at 15 € a day (84 € for 7 days) and the premium MMR Woki 00 at 20 € a day (112 € for 7 days), always with helmet, lock and insurance. Just be honest with yourself about the wind: heading home into a stiff breeze, a 30 km loop can feel a lot longer than it looks on the map. Start with shorter rides and ask us for routes that suit your level, in the shop or via our mountain bike rental page.
Gravel bike: fast on dirt roads and tarmac
A gravel bike looks like a road bike with drop handlebars and wider, grippier tyres. It’s the most efficient choice on compact dirt roads and quiet tarmac, and lets you cover long distances with less effort than a mountain bike, as long as you have the skills and the fitness. On very loose sand or rocky descents it’s less forgiving, so it suits riders who already have some experience.
Our gravel fleet includes the Merida Silex 300, Marin Gestalt and Sava G1, at 35 € a day or 210 € for 7 days, helmet, lock and insurance included. If you’d rather have company, we also organise private gravel rides on request: have a look at our gravel tours.
Terrain, wind and climbs: what to expect
The north of the island is a mix of volcanic landscape, desert plains and coastline, criss-crossed by dirt tracks and quiet roads. Expect compact gravel, bumpy washboard sections, some sand near the dunes and the coast, and short climbs rather than long mountain passes.
The real deciding factor is the wind. The trade winds blow from the north and north-east for much of the year and are usually at their strongest in summer. Riding out with the wind behind you feels effortless; the hard part is coming back. That’s exactly where an e-bike makes the biggest difference, and why on a non-electric bike it’s smart to ride into the wind first.
Budget and duration: a quick comparison
For a single day the difference is small: 15–20 € for a mountain bike, 35 € for an e-bike or a gravel bike. If you only have a morning, the e-bike is also available for 4 hours at 25 €. Over a week, longer rentals bring the daily price down: 84 € for the BMC, 112 € for the MMR Woki, 196 € for an e-bike and 210 € for a gravel bike. Prices are per bike, the same for every size, and always include helmet, lock and insurance.
Ride on your own or join a guided tour?
If you don’t know the island, a guided ride is the quickest way to find the best tracks without getting lost. Our guided e-bike tours start at 60 € per person for the 3-hour volcano tour, e-bike included, with a maximum of 8 riders per departure. Guides speak Spanish, Italian and English, with German and French on request. Experienced mountain bikers can try the Enduro Experience on the island’s best singletrack.
How booking works
Booking online takes a minute. It’s a request that our team confirms: nothing is paid online, you pay in the shop when you collect the bike at CC Lobos Bahía, Av. Ntra. Sra. del Carmen 33, Corralejo. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start. Tell us your height and we’ll have the right size ready (S to XL).
Frequently asked questions
Is riding an e-bike cheating?
Not at all. The motor only assists while you pedal, so you still put in the effort. It simply lets you ride further, deal with the wind and enjoy the climbs, which is why it’s the most popular choice in Fuerteventura.
Which bike is best for beginners?
An e-bike. It’s stable, forgiving on gravel and takes the stress out of headwinds and climbs. For a first ride, the 4-hour rental at 25 € or the guided volcano tour are good places to start.
Can I ride a gravel bike on the dirt tracks?
Yes. On most compact tracks and roads a gravel bike is fast and comfortable. On deep sand or rocky descents a mountain bike or e-MTB is more forgiving, so gravel is best for riders with some experience.
Are helmet, lock and insurance included in the price?
Yes. Every rental price includes helmet, lock and insurance, for every type of bike and every rental length.
