Fuerteventura’s Tourism Boom: Balancing Record Growth with Sustainable Development in 2025
Record-Breaking Tourism Growth
Fuerteventura is experiencing unprecedented tourism growth, leading the Canary Islands with the highest increase in visitor numbers during the first quarter of 2025. The island saw a remarkable 7.8% rise compared to 2024, welcoming 758,195 visitors in just three months.
British tourists are driving this surge, with the UK overtaking Germany as the island’s primary market. British visitors reached 243,181 in the first quarter alone, marking a 13.2% increase from the previous year.
Economic Impact and Development
The island achieved a historic milestone in 2024, with tourism revenues exceeding €3 billion. This success, as noted by Tourism Councillor Marlene Figueroa, presents an opportunity to improve labour conditions and ensure better profit distribution within the local economy.
The Tourism Board is actively working to diversify its offerings by promoting the island’s Biosphere Reserve status, cultural heritage, coastal attractions, and local gastronomy. Special emphasis is being placed on wellness tourism, ‘slow island’ experiences, stargazing, and facilities for remote work and events.
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Fuerteventura is set to become the second most connected Canary Island in 2025. Airlines are increasing their services, with more daily departures from Madrid and additional seats across routes to Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and La Palma.
Challenges and Sustainable Development
Looking ahead, the island’s priorities for 2025 include enhancing tourism quality and competitiveness while increasing economic returns for local communities. The goal is to maintain Fuerteventura’s position as a leading destination while ensuring equitable distribution of tourism benefits.
To support these initiatives, the Tourism Board has allocated €3.4 million for 2025, with one-third dedicated to promotional activities, focusing on efficient and results-oriented investments to ensure sustainable tourism growth.
