ANTIGUA FARM FIELD GUIDE
Aloe & Olivo Premium Experience — Hands-on aloe, artisan tasting and finca life above Antigua
A guided visit to a 100% ecological finca where you tour permaculture orchards and aloe plantations, make an artisanal aloe preparation, and sample local tapas and wines — a concise field guide to what to expect.
Aloe & Olivo Premium Experience — Hands-on aloe, artisan tasting and finca life above Antigua.
Adventure brief
Aloe & Olivo Premium Experience — Hands-on aloe, artisan tasting and finca life above Antigua
Set on a working, certified organic finca in the protected bird area around Antigua, this experience threads permaculture beds, olive groves and rescued animals into a single hands-on visit. Guests move from the plantings to the terrace with volcanic views, learn how aloe is harvested and processed, and sample island flavors prepared from local, ecological ingredients.
On the windswept island of Fuerteventura, just outside the town of Antigua, Verdeaurora offers an immersive dive into the agricultural heartland of the Canaries with its Aloe & Olivo Premium Experience. This 3.5-hour journey moves beyond typical sightseeing, inviting visitors into flourishing Aloe Vera fields and ancient olive groves where local flora thrives under the volcanic sun. The landscape, punctuated by rugged volcanic peaks, frames farmsteads that grow some of the island's signature crops – aloe plants known for their soothing properties and olives steeped in Mediterranean tradition.
Verdeaurora’s guided tour unfolds across verdant orchards including not only Aloe Vera and olive trees but also native fig, pomegranate, and mulberry trees, revealing the diversity of island agriculture. Beyond walking the grounds, participants engage directly through workshops; the highlight is crafting your own Aloe cream using fresh leaves, an authentic tactile connection to the plant's healing powers.
Visitors also explore a traditional olive oil press (almazara) and a permaculture garden, illustrating sustainable farming techniques adapted to the Canary’s dry climate. A tasting session of local olive oils, paired with tapa-style bites and Canarian wines, rounds out the afternoon — all enjoyed on a terrace that offers commanding views of Fuerteventura’s volcanic profile.
What sets Verdeaurora apart is its genuine blend of education, hands-on creativity, and regional flavor, making it a standout for travelers seeking a sensory, low-impact connection with the land. Whether you're interested in botany, food culture, or simply soaking in a serene agricultural enclave, this experience deepens your appreciation for an island shaped by sun, soil, and centuries of tradition. Perfect for curious visitors, Verdeaurora brings Fuerteventura’s agricultural heritage vividly to life right at Antigua’s doorstep.
Route Schematic
Itinerary route schematic
The program strings short, focused stops through the finca — plantations, animals, a tasting and a workshop — allowing photography and downtime at the end.
Introduction to the agricultural landscape
A short briefing on the traditional agricultural setting of Fuerteventura and the finca’s ecological objectives.
Visit to the ecological finca (ZEPA)
A guided tour of a 100% organic farm located within a Zona de Especial Protección para las Aves, highlighting sustainable practices.
Permaculture garden and aloe plantation
A walkthrough of permaculture beds and the aloe vera planting, where methods of cultivation are explained.
Meet rescued animals
Encounter with rescued animals on the finca, including the burro majorero.
Premium tasting of local products
A tasting featuring island tomatoes with AOVE, artisan cheese, gofio, breads, two olive oils, a Canary wine, and papas arrugadas with mojo.
Aloe workshop and free time
A hands-on workshop to extract and treat aloe pulp and the opportunity to take home an aloe plant, followed by free time to relax, photograph the views or visit the ecological shop.
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users; parts of the visit involve uneven or agricultural terrain and terrace access may require steps.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An authentic ecological finca in a protected landscape
The visit takes place on a 100% ecological family finca located in a Zona de Especial Protección para las Aves, where permaculture beds, olive trees and open terraces frame views of the island’s volcanic silhouette.
A premium degustation of local, handcrafted products
The Aloe & Olivo Premium option includes a full tasting of island products made with ecological ingredients and traditional recipes: seasoned island tomatoes with organic olive oil, artisan goat cheese, gofio, house breads, two olive-oil varieties, a Canary wine and papas arrugadas with family mojo.
Workshops, rescued animals and a take-home aloe
Beyond the tour, you’ll extract and learn to treat aloe pulp in a craft workshop, meet rescued animals such as the burro majorero, and leave with your own aloe plant or a product from the finca’s ecological shop.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
The flow is deliberate and intimate: an introduction to the traditional agricultural landscape, a paced walk through permaculture beds and the aloe plantation, close encounters with rescued animals, then a seated tasting and hands-on aloe workshop — finishing with relaxed time on the terrace or in the small ecological shop.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Approximate length: 1 hora aprox.
Comfortable shoes, sun protection and a hat are recommended.
The finca is not suitable for visitors with reduced mobility or wheelchair users.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Aloe & Olivo Premium Experience last?
The experience lasts approximately 1 hour.
What does the premium tasting include?
The premium degustation features island tomatoes dressed with organic olive oil, toasted bread with house sun‑dried tomato pâté, artisan goat cheese, gofio, artisan bread, two varieties of olive oil (picual and arbequina), a Canary wine and papas arrugadas with homemade mojo.
Will I be able to take an aloe plant home?
Yes — as part of the workshop you can take home your own aloe plant as a souvenir.
Is the finca suitable for visitors with reduced mobility?
No — the experience is not suitable for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users.
What should I wear or bring for the visit?
Bring comfortable footwear, sun protection and a hat.
Will I get hands-on instruction with aloe?
Yes — the program includes a workshop showing how to extract and prepare aloe pulp manually.
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