Oyster Day

Duration For a day (available April to October)

Budget (from) 150 € incl. VAT/pers (maximum 10 persons)

Themes
  • Authenticity
  • Wine & Spirits
  • Gastronomy
  • Ocean
  • Nature

Highlights

  • Discovery of an oyster farming village in Cap Ferret
  • Lunch tasting in a traditional oyster hut
  • Mini-cruise aboard a traditional boat in the Arcachon Bay
  • Discover the local heritage and its natural wonders: dune du Pilat, oyster farming villages and Banc d'Arguin
  • Price varies according to the number of participants and services required.
  • Only by reservation and according availabilities
  • Optional with supplement: Transfer from Bordeaux or provision of a vehicle

At one hour from downtown Bordeaux, the magnificent Atlantic coast and Arcachon Bay lay waiting to be discovered. As if sea breezes, untouched beaches and open spaces was not enough, here you can also eat world class seafood such as oysters as fresh as they come. A boat ride crossing the bay is also a good way to discover the area in a relaxing way while sipping on a glass of white or rosé wine. 

- Experience available from April to November - 

The experience

The experience as described is indicative and flexible. Do not hesitate to fill in your wishes or practical information when you make your request (duration, special requests, food constraints). An adapted and tailor-made proposal will be made for you.

  • Meet an Oyster Farmer

    Head out on the Cap Ferret peninsula to discover its oyster farming villages and the culture of oysters, a true local speciality. Meeting with a producer, presentation of oyster farming with tasting in a cabin.

  • Oysters and Wine in the Bay

    During a tasting lunch in an oyster farm, taste oysters and seafood accompanied by a glass of Bordeaux white wine in a unique setting facing the beautiful Arcachon Bay.

  • Boat Cruise on the Bay

    After your lunch, you leave for 3 hours of sailing on a traditional pinasse boat. Take advantage of this unique experience to admire the Dune of Pilat or the bank of Arguin, two of the region's natural wonders, from an unusual angle (lunch on the boat is also possible).