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Courant d'Huchet - 2h boat trip

Rue des Berges du Lac, Léon, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Description

The courant d'Huchet is a coastal river that links the Léon Lake in the southern part of the Landes department with the Atlantic Ocean. It is the core of a natural reserve covering 618ha. The topography include small sand dunes, swamps, forest, the lake and the river. This review is for a 2h boat trip with the local association the "Bateliers du Courant d'Huchet" (Batelier means "ferryman") in a galupe (traditional boat with a flat bottom) to watch the local flora and fauna along the 10km downriver trip.

Access & Transport

The boatmen office is at 370, les berges du lac 40550 LEON, on the southern side of the lake. Driving instructions: from Bordeaux / Norther side, take the A63 southbound until Exit 12 in Castet, go through the village and head west on the D42 followed by the D142 after 3km. from the South, take the A63 northbound and take exit 11 in Magescq. Cross the village and drive northwest on the D16 until Leon.

Instructions & Recommendations

Note that from mid-July to end August (peak tourist season) it is highly recommended to book ahead through the contact form on the website or calling on the indicated phone number. In July & August the afternoon trip lasts 3h or 4h (different routes) instead of 2h. This activity can be combined with some time around the Leon Lake or Moliets Beach.

Meta review

Reviews are overall very positive even though there are differences in terms of personalities and qualities as guides from one boatman to the next. Customers are simply amazed to discover such a variety of natural environments that they did not suspect and enjoy learning about the local plants and animals.

Environmental & Social

Eco-friendly activity that educates visitors about the local ecosystems and provide economic opportunities to local independent operators. All good!

Conclusion

A boat trip on the Courant d'Huchet is a wonderful and leisurely way to discover more about the local ecosystems and go beyond the lakes and the beach. An ideal option for those who prefer slow travel to blitzing across countries.

Key positive

Educational and scenic trip

Eco-friendly and supports small independent operators

Key negative

Need several days advance booking during summer holiday of July/Aug.

Fully exposed to the weather

Suitability

Suitable for all ages. Due to the nature of the activity (small boats), it is not accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
In July & August the 14h30 departure is for 3 and 4h trips (not 2h)

av. transport time:1h

est. visit time:2h

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Apr, 01

Season 1 / Period 1

MONDAY10:00 - 12:00

TUESDAY10:00 - 12:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 12:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 12:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 12:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 12:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 12:00

Season 1 / Period 2

MONDAY14:30 - 16:30

TUESDAY14:30 - 16:30

WEDNESDAY14:30 - 16:30

THURSDAY14:30 - 16:30

FRIDAY14:30 - 16:30

SATURDAY14:30 - 16:30

SUNDAY14:30 - 16:30

Start of Season 2:Nov, 01

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Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€17
Adult
6 - 64
€17
Child
2 - 5
€9
Infant
0 - 1
€0
Unclear if Infants have to pay or not (they do occupy space on the boat)

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