About this tour
An 8-hour private day tour of the Camargue regional park in southern France, combining your choice of horseback riding, horse-drawn carriage, or bird-watching with a village visit and lunch. You'll travel in a climate-controlled Mercedes van with a private guide, choosing one main activity to explore the wetlands' wildlife and landscapes before spending time in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. All fitness levels welcome, though activities carry separate costs.
Highlights
- Choose from horseback riding across the plains, carriage ride, or ornithological park visit
- Private Mercedes-Benz van with air conditioning throughout the day
- Over 350 bird species and hundreds of flamingos in natural habitat
- Guided exploration of typical Provençal village, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
- All riding levels accepted; maximum weight 230 lbs for horses
- Bottled water provided; infants can travel in pram or stroller
What to expect
You'll be picked up and transported in a private air-conditioned van to the Camargue regional park. Once there, you select and complete your chosen activity: either a 1 hour 45 minute horseback ride across the plains, a carriage ride through the park (also 1h 45m), or a 1 hour 30 minute visit to the ornithological park to observe flamingos and other wetland birds. Each activity has its own fee separate from the tour price.
Afterward, your guide will drive you to the village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer for a walking tour through its narrow streets and local atmosphere. You'll have time here to explore independently and arrange your own lunch at a local restaurant before returning via van.
What travellers say
- Flexible activity choice tailored to your comfort and interests
- Private van transport with air conditioning throughout
- Extensive bird species visible, particularly flamingos
- Small-group or individual attention from private guide
- Suitable for families with infants and service animals
- Activities cost extra on top of tour price; add up quickly
- Lunch not included; you arrange and pay separately
- Horseback riding has weight limit and gear requirements
- Peak season may affect village atmosphere and restaurant availability
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone wanting to see the Camargue's wildlife and landscapes without committing to a large group, and it's flexible for families with infants (prams available) and those with service animals. Horseback riding requires jeans and closed shoes, and has a 230 lb weight limit; the carriage ride costs €45 per carriage for up to 6 people and suits those uncomfortable on horseback. The bird park (€8.50 adults, €5 children under 12) is ideal for bird enthusiasts. Bear in mind lunch isn't included and you'll arrange it separately in the village. Activities are supplementary costs on top of the tour. Public transport is nearby if needed. All fitness levels are catered for.
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