School tripsYoung Sailors School (Half Day)
Une bateau de l'UBA, lors de la balade école du Mousse
Le bateau de l'UBA, le Clapotis lors d'une balade scolaire
Deux enfants lors d'une balade scolaire
Les Cabanes Tchanquées lors de la balade Ecole du Mousse

Young Sailors School (Half Day)

The half-day “Young Sailor’s School” program provides a complete boat tour of the port and Arcachon Bay.

On board, each student will receive their own logbook, a fun and educational tool used to raise questions and explore all the seafaring topics related to Arcachon Bay. The logbook can be completed in class to review the information provided by the captain.

A fun and original way to learn about a rich and diverse marine environment:
– Observe nature and natural phenomena, discover maritime heritage, understand the diversity of the landscapes, learn to use a map,
– Awaken curiosity and stimulate questions,
– Raise awareness about environmental protection.

Our suggestion: meet an oyster farmer at the authentic port of La Teste de Buch.

What you need to know

Available year round except between 4 July and 31 August
~ 2 hrs.
6-12 years

Boarding points

Arcachon - Marina
76 boulevard de la plage, 33120 Arcachon
Cap Ferret - Bélisaire Pier
Allée de Bélisaire, 33950 Lège-Cap-Ferret
Outing suggestions

TourArcachon - Marina

Tour details

  1. Boarding in Arcachon at 10:00am
  2. Tour of the fishing port and marina
  3. Passage through the Mapouchet channel, beautiful view of the Île aux Oiseaux and the Cabanes Tchanquées
  4. Oyster farms (at low tide)
  5. Travel to the tip of Cap Ferret
  6. View of the great Dune du Pilat
  7. Arcachon waterfront, return at noon

TourCap Ferret - Bélisaire Pier

Tour details

  1. Boarding at Cap Ferret at 10:00am
  2. Travel to the tip of Cap Ferret
  3. View of the great Dune du Pilat
  4. Tour of the fishing port and marina
  5. Passage through the Mapouchet channel, beautiful view of the Île aux Oiseaux and the Cabanes Tchanquées
  6. Oyster farms (at low tide)
  7. Arcachon waterfront, return at noon

Prices

From
Up to
35 people
€ 640
35 people - € 640
Up to
49 people
€ 700
49 people - € 700

Optional extras

1.
Oyster Museum “La Maison de l'Huître” in Gujan-Mestras
€3.50 per student
An “audio and image” guided tour through this Arcachon Bay museum completely dedicated to oyster farming. “Discovery” booklets can be provided to classes upon request.

Duration: ~1 hour
Access: 25-min. bus trip (not included) from the Arcachon Marina

1. Oyster Museum “La Maison de l'Huître” in Gujan-Mestras - €3.50 per student ()
2.
The little train in Arcachon
€195 / 30 people
A pleasant and fun tour of Arcachon’s winter town, home to beautiful 19th century villas. Take a journey back in time to the Belle Epoque... Educational booklets are available to complete during the tour.

Duration: ~ 40 min.

Access: 10-min. bus trip (not included) from the Arcachon Marina

2. The little train in Arcachon - €195 / 30 people ()
3.
The Ornithological Reserve of Le Teich
220€ per classroom
A guided tour of the park and introduction to the numerous species of migratory and sedentary birds that find refuge there.

Duration: ~ 1.5 – 2 hours depending on the circuit

Access: 30-min. bus trip (not included) from the Arcachon Marina

3. The Ornithological Reserve of Le Teich - 220€ per classroom ()
4.
Tour of the Salt Meadows
Contact us
Follow your guide to explore the flora and fauna of the Salt Meadows of La Teste. End the visit with a tour of the port and authentic oyster-farming huts.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Access: 10-min. bus trip (not included) from the Arcachon Marina

4. Tour of the Salt Meadows - Contact us ()

Optional extras

1.
Arès Lège-Cap-Ferret Nature Reserve
€120 per classroom
This 500-hectare space classified as a nature reserve is home to nearly 150 species of birds and the richest flora in the region. Discover this space through 3 programmes:
  • The forest with your eyes closed (5 to 6 years)
Discovering the forest by awakening the senses.
  • Natural treasure hunt (7 to 12 years)
Compass in hand, discover the Salt Meadows Reserve and its hidden treasures.
  • Inspector Lafouine (7 to 12 years)
Discover the flora and fauna through a real investigation.

Duration: ~ 1.5 hours
Access: 30-min. bus ride (not included) from Bélisaire pier in Cap Ferret

1. Arès Lège-Cap-Ferret Nature Reserve - €120 per classroom ()
2.
Shore fishing on the Bay
€7,20 per student
Discover the natural environment by shore fishing in L’Herbe.

Duration: ~ 2 hrs.
Access: 10-min. bus ride (not included) from Bélisaire pier in Cap Ferret
Please note: Long trousers and boots required.

2. Shore fishing on the Bay - €7,20 per student ()
3.
The Lighthouse and Peninsula
€4,80 per student
From a height of 53 metres (258 steps), take in a 360° panoramic view of the Ocean, Peninsula and Arcachon Bay. Inside the lighthouse, “TRAVELLER HORIZONS”: 6 interactive exhibition areas. Open visit of the lighthouse blockhouse, right next door.

Duration: ~ 2 hrs.

Access: 30 min. walk from Bélisaire Pier, Cap Ferret

3. The Lighthouse and Peninsula - €4,80 per student ()
4.
The little train in Cap Ferret
€5 per student
Organise a picnic on the ocean beaches by taking the little train from Bélisaire Pier to Horizon beach. Very popular with children!

Duration: ~ 15 min.

Access: 2 min. walk from Bélisaire Pier, Cap Ferret.

4. The little train in Cap Ferret - €5 per student ()

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