How many participants are there for these activities?

For the 7 ports guided tour on board your bus, a single guide can accompany the group, ensuring a comfortable, commented tour of the different oyster ports. For the Vél’ostréitour , a maximum of 12 people can follow the guide to ensure a more intimate and personalized experience during the bike ride. As for the Maison de l’Huître and the Port de Larros , up to 65 people can be accommodated in a single slot.

At what time of year can you take part in these activities?

Activities such as the 7 ports guided tour , the Port de Larros and the Maison de l’Huître are available all year round. The Vél’ostréitour is offered from April to October , an ideal time to take advantage of the favorable weather conditions and the landscapes of the Bassin at the height of the season.

How long do the various activities last?

Activity times vary according to the experience chosen. The 7 ports guided tour lasts around 3 hours , offering a complete immersion in the history of the oyster ports. The Vél’ostréitour, combining discovery by bike with an introduction to oyster farming, takes 3 hours. The guided tour of Port de Larros lasts 1h15. A visit to the Maison de l’Huître lasts 1 hour , ideal for discovering the secrets of oyster farming.

The Arcachon Basin and oyster farming

On the program for the day

Visit to the Maison de l’Huître – oyster farming, an important activity on the Bay of Arcachon
Boat trip on the Bay of Arcachon (several options available)

This program is suitable for all levels from primary school upwards.

FROM €680*

*Price for a class with accompanying adults (up to 35 people), for guidance only. Estimated price, non-contractual.

Ask for a quote based on the number of participants and any optional services.

Visit the Maison de l'Huître - an oyster-farming interlude

The Bay of Arcachon is synonymous with oyster farming! This emblematic region is inextricably linked with the cultivation of oysters, a veritable local treasure. To learn more about this fascinating world, visit the Maison de l’Huître. This fascinating museum plunges you into the heart of oyster farming, from ancestral know-how to the modern innovations that perpetuate this tradition.

The visit is divided into three stages, each lasting around an hour. It all begins with the screening of the film “The Life of the Oyster”, which shows the stages in the growth of this mollusc. Next, a guided tour of the museum’s rooms will introduce you to the history of oyster farming, breeding techniques, reproduction cycles, different species and natural predators. Finally, a freely accessible outdoor trail allows you to observe the environment and facilities dedicated to this essential activity in the Bay of Arcachon.

The little extra for primary school children: discover the oyster-farming profession while having fun? Nothing could be easier with the “P’tit passeport de l’Huître” (games, quizzes and riddles to solve an enigma).

Allow 1h for a traditional visit and 1h30 with a discovery booklet.

Boat trip on the Bay of Arcachon

Rendezvous in Arcachon for immediate boarding and an unforgettable discovery of the Bassin! You’ll start your tour with a visit to the fishing and yachting harbor, where maritime tradition and nautical activities mingle. Next, head for Île aux Oiseaux, an emblematic natural site, where you can admire the famous Cabanes Tchanquées.

Tide permitting, you’ll have the chance to get up close to the oyster beds and learn more about oyster farming, a know-how typical of the Bay of Arcachon. You’ll continue on towards Cap Ferret, skirting its beaches and picturesque oyster-farming villages. To round off this excursion, you’ll enjoy an exceptional panorama of the majestic Dune du Pilat, the highest in Europe, and the Arcachonnais seafront, offering a breathtaking natural spectacle.

We offer a range of walks and programs. Please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Price includes

Guided tour of the Maison de l’Huître (Oyster House)
Boat trip (several options available depending on your wishes and the level of your students)
Organization costs