If thrilling activities are real bursts of energy for you, you will enjoy it in Gironde. Whether on land or in the air, the department has something to get your adrenaline pumping. Review the activities that will have the merit of putting your senses in all their states in the South-West.
Let yourself be tempted by a nice game of paragliding at the Pilat dune
Paragliding amply justifies its place in the list of thrilling leisure activities. Anyone who loves adrenaline would have already experienced it at least once. If you also want to taste the pleasures of this gliding escape, head to Pyla Parapente. This service provider welcomes you to the Pilat dune. Depending on your wishes, you can opt for a calm flight to capture all the beauty of the landscapes and panoramas of the Arcachon basin. Otherwise, you are free to opt for a sporty flight with extreme sensations. In both cases, the sessions are secure. Without forgetting that you will be accompanied by a qualified and approved instructor throughout your flight. The latter is priced from €50. You can book free of charge and pay on the same day of the flight.
Spice up your adventures with a sensational skydive
You’ve been dreaming of a parachute jump for a long time. The Espace Chute Libre skydiving school gives you the opportunity to make this wish come true. This structure offers a jump alone or in tandem to admire the magnificence of the scenery of the Arcachon basin. Accompanied by an instructor, you will jump at an altitude of approximately 4,000 m. Let’s go for around fifty seconds of intense sensations and a dizzying escape at 200 km/h. Keep the best of this aerial experience by being filmed during your jump. Skydiving courses cost €230. Before boarding, your instructor will be sure to give you a briefing.
Enjoy an extraordinary helicopter experience
Enrich your adventures with a helicopter experience. Just like paragliding and parachute jumping, this one will also allow you to enjoy a breathtaking view of the sky. For this first step, you can opt for a leisure flight with a specialized service provider. A pilot flight with a helicopter pilot school is also a great alternative. This structure will provide you with an instructor who will provide you with many explanations. Since the helicopter allows a total of 4 to 5 people, you can embark with your family and enjoy a warm atmosphere, while contemplating the Gulf of Arcachon, Cap Ferret, the Pilat dune as well as the bench d’Arguin. All from €89.
Ride a quad to multiply the pleasures
Finally come back to earth with a quad ride. Whether you do it alone, as a couple, with family or friends, this activity will make you have a good time. Off Road Quad invites you to escape into the middle of the vineyards or even into the forest. The departure is usually from Lake Saint-Laurent d’Arce. The hikes are open to all profiles, even beginners. They will also be able to practice piloting the device for a few minutes. Before departure, the instructors do not fail to remind you of a few instructions. For one hour, quad rides cost between €75 and €100. For two hours, on the other hand, prices range from €95 to €140.
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