From Bordeaux: Arcachon Bay Afternoon and Seafood From Bordeaux: Arcachon Bay Afternoon
ID: GYG420435-761937
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the Arcachon bay on an afternoon from Bordeaux. Embark on a 100% summery day and discover what makes the identity of the Arcachon bay: its oysters and the famous Pilat dune.
1.50 pm: meet in front of the Bordeaux tourist office. Your guide will welcome you and present the afternoon's programme.
2pm: departure.
We will start with a stop in Gujan-Mestras, the oyster capital of the Arcachon bay. You will be able to taste oysters, accompanied by a glass of white wine (shrimps or pâté in option). During your tasting, your guide will explain to you how oysters are raised and what are their specificities in the Arcachon basin.
We will then head to the Pilat dune. We will climb the dune on foot (stairs) to discover a breathtaking panorama of Cap Ferret, the mouth of the basin and the Arguin sandbank. Your guide will sharpen your eye for this original ecosystem and the history of the area.
7pm: return to Bordeaux (+/- 15 minutes).
Highlights
- Discover the port of Larros at Gujan-Mestras
- Oysters and wine (or shrimps/pâté)
- Climb the Pilat dune
- Breathtaking view on the Atlantic Ocean
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will climb the Pilat dune, which is a sand dune of 100-meter high. There is no elevator but a staircase.
Arrive 10 minutes before the activity starts.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
