Private Sightseeing Flight above the Arcachon Bay

About this experience

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 to expect

1. Stop 1

   Depending on weather conditions and departure point, you will get to define the details of the route with your pilot while following the safety guidelines of the local authorities once you meet.

2. Stop 2

   Pass by

3. Stop 3

   Pass by

4. Stop 4

   Pass by

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

• Attention! ONLY follow emails sent directly from Wingly not Viator, for the final meeting time, point, and the latest update for your flight. Possible departure airfield: Aérodrome d'Andernos-les-Bains or d'Arcachon Departure airfields can't be chosen beforehand.

End point

• Attention! ONLY follow emails sent directly from Wingly not Viator, for the final meeting time, point, and the latest update for your flight. Possible departure airfield: Aérodrome d'Andernos-les-Bains or d'Arcachon Departure airfields can't be chosen beforehand.

No printed ticket needed, make sure to follow emails sent from Wingly for the final meeting time, point, and the latest update for your flight. You will be put in contact with your pilot. It is essential to remain reachable with the contact info you provided as your pilot will contact you 1-2 days before to confirm the weather conditions.

Before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.