Private Sightseeing Flight above the Arcachon Bay
Overview
UP, UP, and AWAY! Experience the fun of flying PRIVATELY in a small aeroplane.
Discover the stunning Arcachon region from above with a local private pilot who shares his passion for aviation and area with you.
Plan the flight route with your pilot while adhering to local safety guidelines, meeting directly at at either Andernos-les-Bains or Arcachon Aerodrome.
Your pilot is key to this adventure, sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit.
After booking, we will match you with a pilot, and send you all flight details when confirmed.
Departure airfields can't be chosen beforehand as it depends on pilot and aircraft availability.
Experience time capped at 4 hours for flexibility, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
Safety is our top priority! To ensure a smooth booking process, we request essential security details. Missing one detail could delay matching you with a pilot, so stay connected with us once you’ve booked.
What's Included
- Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special
- 1 Hour Private Sightseeing Flight
- Access a private and exclusive airclub around Arcachon
- Pilot Headset
- Trnasportation to/from the airfield
Meeting Location
Aérodrome Arcachon
33260 La Teste-de-Buch, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Bassin d'Arcachon (pass by)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Total flying duration: 60 minutes of pure joy, we capped the total experience time at 4 hours to maximise your chance of flying, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
- The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot and the aircraft. So book a time frame and let us know your flexible hours/days after the reservation
- Passengers over 95kg, enquire before booking
- Not a helicopter ride – it's an authentic aeroplane experience
- Full name/Date of birth/Weight/Extra Availability of each passenger is required once upon booking for security reasons
- Passengers could reschedule or choose to receive a full refund in case of weather cancellation.
- This is a non-commercial flight operated under EASA cost-sharing rules and each flight is insured by Allianz through Wingly.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Sightseeing Flight above the Arcachon Bay?
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Activity code: C-110321P27
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Helicopter Tours customers.
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- Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special.
- 1 Hour Private Sightseeing Flight.
- Access a private and exclusive airclub around Arcachon.
- Pilot Headset.
- Trnasportation to/from the airfield.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Sightseeing Flight above the Arcachon Bay is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Total flying duration: 60 minutes of pure joy, we capped the total experience time at 4 hours to maximise your chance of flying, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
- The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot and the aircraft. So book a time frame and let us know your flexible hours/days after the reservation
- Passengers over 95kg, enquire before booking
- Not a helicopter ride – it's an authentic aeroplane experience
- Full name/Date of birth/Weight/Extra Availability of each passenger is required once upon booking for security reasons
- Passengers could reschedule or choose to receive a full refund in case of weather cancellation.
- This is a non-commercial flight operated under EASA cost-sharing rules and each flight is insured by Allianz through Wingly.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Sightseeing Flight above the Arcachon Bay will be included in your confirmation email from City Helicopter Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special
- 1 Hour Private Sightseeing Flight
- Access a private and exclusive airclub around Arcachon
- Pilot Headset
- Trnasportation to/from the airfield
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Total flying duration: 60 minutes of pure joy, we capped the total experience time at 4 hours to maximise your chance of flying, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
- The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot and the aircraft. So book a time frame and let us know your flexible hours/days after the reservation
- Passengers over 95kg, enquire before booking
- Not a helicopter ride – it's an authentic aeroplane experience
- Full name/Date of birth/Weight/Extra Availability of each passenger is required once upon booking for security reasons
- Passengers could reschedule or choose to receive a full refund in case of weather cancellation.
- This is a non-commercial flight operated under EASA cost-sharing rules and each flight is insured by Allianz through Wingly.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
