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Arcachon is a hot spot for watersports, located between the Landes and Bordeaux! Enjoy a thrilling moment surfing, flyboarding, jetskiing, doing helicopter on the Atlantic Coast in a beautiful wild environment!

Moreover, Arcachon will satisfy you with its Marina and its fine sandy beaches where you could have a meal and a drink at sunset.

The city is also at stone's throw from must-see places such as the Pilat dune, the Arguins sandbanks and the birds island.

Arcachon is waiting for you!

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Clive M., United Kingdom — 07/06/2025
5/5
About Paragliding Flight over the Dune du Pilat near Arcachon.
A wonderful experience. Have paraglided before (20 years ago), and this was the perfect reintroduction
Marc M., Germany — 18/09/2024
5/5
About Surfing Lessons and Courses in Arcachon.
It was so much fun, even for a person who never did it before
Marcel S., Germany — 21/08/2024
5/5
About Paragliding Flight over the Dune du Pilat near Arcachon.
Ein Wahnsinnserlebnis - einfach super! 3 Erwachsene, 3 Kinder und alle waren begeistert.
David M., United Kingdom — 01/08/2024
5/5
About Water Tubing in Arcachon.
Very fun for the whole family (me and two teenagers). My only regret is I should have fallen off more 😂
Laura E., United States — 25/07/2024
5/5
About Boat cruise on the bay of Arcachon.
I am so glad we booked this trip! The boat is beautifully maintained, and this part of France is just magnificent. Thomas was a gracious and confident captain who tailored the outing to our requests.

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Top activities in Arcachon

Boat Tours in Arcachon
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Helicopter Tours in Arcachon
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Jet Skiing in Arcachon
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Paragliding in Arcachon
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Scuba Diving in Arcachon
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Surfing in Arcachon
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Water Tubing in Arcachon
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