Labenne & Ondres: Electric Scooter Ride in Landes Forest

Summary

Electric scooter adventure under Landes pines to Atlantic coast

You’ll cruise on electric scooters through Landes forest trails with a local guide, learning quirky stories about Labenne and Ondres beaches. Feel the salty Atlantic breeze as you pause under pines or laugh at your own clumsy attempts at local words. It’s relaxed, safe (helmet and gloves included), and leaves you with more than just sandy shoes.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I almost bailed when I saw the helmet — it looked way too big for my head and I had this flash of me wobbling off into the pine trees. But our guide from iZi Riders just grinned and helped me adjust it, then handed over these surprisingly comfy gloves. The air smelled sharp, kind of salty-sweet from the sea mixing with resin from the forest. We set off a bit awkward at first, but after a minute you forget about looking cool and just start laughing with everyone else.

We zipped along sandy paths under these tall pines — they make this soft whispering sound overhead that’s oddly calming. Our guide stopped now and then to point out little things: wildflowers poking through the needles, or how the dunes shift every year (I’d never noticed before). He told us a story about Labenne’s old fishing huts; I tried repeating one of the Basque words he used and totally butchered it, which got a good laugh from Li in our group. It felt easygoing — not rushed or touristy at all.

The best bit? When we reached Ondres beach and that salty wind hit us full-on. You could hear gulls fighting over something down by the water, but otherwise it was quiet except for our engines humming low. I didn’t expect to feel so free just gliding along like that — there’s something about moving slow enough to notice stuff but fast enough that you don’t get bored. We lingered longer than planned because nobody wanted to leave yet. Honestly, I still think about that view sometimes when I smell pine sap or see sand stuck in my shoes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided electric scooter tour

• Meet iZi Riders guides
• Ride under Landes forest pines
• Discover Labenne and Ondres beaches
• Learn about local flora and history

Top questions

Is this electric scooter tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, it's accessible for anyone 12 years or older and doesn't require prior experience.

Are helmets and gloves provided on the tour?

Yes, both helmet and gloves are included for every participant.

Does the tour include stops at Labenne and Ondres beaches?

Yes, you'll visit both Labenne beach and Ondres beach during the ride.

What is the minimum age for this electric scooter activity?

The minimum age required is 12 years old.

Are there any health restrictions for joining?

The tour isn't recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular issues.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the meeting point.

What’s included

Your ride includes all necessary sanitary measures for safety, plus a helmet and gloves provided by your instructors before setting out through Labenne and Ondres with your local guide.