Skydiving · Soulac-sur-Mer

2 offers 289.75€ – 450€ 5.0 (8 reviews) Verified March 2026

How to choose

Both jumps run through XLR Parachutisme at the Aérodrome de La Runde and last 3h to a half day, so the difference comes down to one thing: the drop zone. The 289.75 € standard tandem puts you above Soulac-sur-Mer with coastal views included by default. The 450 € Ocean Drop is a dedicated trajectory engineered specifically for an Atlantic Ocean backdrop during freefall and canopy flight, meaning the extra 160.25 € buys a premium visual experience, not more airtime. Both options are open to all fitness levels, so the choice is purely about how much that ocean-facing drop matters to you. If it's your first jump, the standard option delivers the full freefall rush at a lower entry price.

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Best value

Tandem Skydive in Soulac-sur-Mer near Bordeaux

5.0 (5) 289.75€ See offer

Tandem Skydive Ocean Drop at Soulac-sur-Mer, near Bordeaux

5.0 (3) 450€ See offer

Our picks

Best first jump

Tandem Skydive in Soulac-sur-Mer near Bordeaux

Full tandem freefall experience over the Médoc coastline at 289.75 €, open to all fitness levels with no prior training required.

289.75 €See offer

Maximum rush for the view

Tandem Skydive Ocean Drop at Soulac-sur-Mer, near Bordeaux

The Ocean Drop at 450 € delivers a dedicated Atlantic-facing freefall trajectory, the highest-impact visual setup XLR Parachutisme offers.

450 €See offer

Frequently asked questions

What's the most intense moment of the jump?

The exit from the aircraft is peak intensity: your brain registers the sudden absence of a floor beneath you before freefall stabilizes. That first second of leaving the plane is consistently reported as the sharpest adrenaline spike of the whole experience.

What makes the Ocean Drop different from the standard tandem?

The Ocean Drop uses a flight path and exit point specifically chosen to keep the Atlantic Ocean in your field of vision during freefall and the full canopy descent. The standard tandem over Soulac-sur-Mer still offers coastal scenery, but without that dedicated ocean-facing orientation.

Do you need to be afraid of heights to enjoy skydiving?

Fear of heights is triggered by looking down from a static edge, like a balcony or a cliff. At jump altitude, there's no visual reference close enough to trigger that response. Most first-timers report that the fear dissolves on exit and shifts into pure sensation within seconds.

Is there a fitness requirement to jump?

Both tours are listed as open to everybody. That said, operators apply standard weight and health guidelines, so confirm directly with XLR Parachutisme if you have a specific medical condition or concern about eligibility.

How long is the actual freefall?

The total booking block is 3h to a half day, which covers briefing, gearing up, the flight to altitude and the jump itself. The freefall duration depends on the exit altitude chosen by the operator on the day, so check with XLR Parachutisme for the exact figure.

Practical info

Season

All year

Coordinates

45.4952°N, -1.0832°E

Equipment

Wear snug, comfortable clothes you can move in and close-toed sports shoes with laces securely tied. Leave jewellery, loose items and open footwear behind, since the jump harness needs a clean fit against your body.

Getting there

Head to XLR Parachutisme at the Aérodrome de La Runde, 1 passe les Arrecoins, 33780 Soulac-sur-Mer, roughly 90 minutes north of Bordeaux by car via the D1215.