Fly above the French Riviera with a local pilot
Overview
UP, UP, and AWAY! Experience the fun of flying PRIVATELY in a small aeroplane.
Discover the stunning French Riviera region from above with a local private pilot who shares his passion for aviation and area with you.
Plan the flight route with your pilot while adhering to local safety guidelines, meeting directly at Cannes Mandelieu Airport.
Your pilot is key to this adventure, sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit.
After booking, we will match you with a pilot, and send you all flight details when confirmed.
Experience time capped at 4 hours for flexibility, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
Safety is our top priority! To ensure a smooth booking process, we request essential security details. Missing one detail could delay matching you with a pilot, so stay connected with us once you’ve booked.
What's Included
- Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special
- 1- Hour Private Sightseeing Flight
- Pilot Headset
- Access a private and exclusive airclub in Cannes
- Transportation to/from the airport
Meeting Location
245 Avenue Francis Tonner
06150 Cannes, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Lerins Islands (pass by)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Total flying duration: 60 minutes of pure joy, we capped the total experience time at 4 hours to maximise your chance of flying, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
- The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot and the aircraft. So book a time frame and let us know your flexible hours/days after the reservation.
- Passengers over 95kg, enquire before booking
- Not a helicopter ride – it's an authentic aeroplane experience
- Passengers with any health concerns shall consult their doctor before making reservation
- Full name/Date of birth/Weight/Extra Availability of each passenger is required once upon booking for security reasons
- Passengers could reschedule or choose to receive a full refund in case of weather cancellation
- This is a non-commercial flight operated under EASA cost-sharing rules and each flight is insured by Allianz through Wingly
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fly above the French Riviera with a local pilot?
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Activity code: C-110321P88
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special.
- 1- Hour Private Sightseeing Flight.
- Pilot Headset.
- Access a private and exclusive airclub in Cannes.
- Transportation to/from the airport.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Fly above the French Riviera with a local pilot is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Total flying duration: 60 minutes of pure joy, we capped the total experience time at 4 hours to maximise your chance of flying, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
- The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot and the aircraft. So book a time frame and let us know your flexible hours/days after the reservation.
- Passengers over 95kg, enquire before booking
- Not a helicopter ride – it's an authentic aeroplane experience
- Passengers with any health concerns shall consult their doctor before making reservation
- Full name/Date of birth/Weight/Extra Availability of each passenger is required once upon booking for security reasons
- Passengers could reschedule or choose to receive a full refund in case of weather cancellation
- This is a non-commercial flight operated under EASA cost-sharing rules and each flight is insured by Allianz through Wingly
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fly above the French Riviera with a local pilot will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special
- 1- Hour Private Sightseeing Flight
- Pilot Headset
- Access a private and exclusive airclub in Cannes
- Transportation to/from the airport
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Total flying duration: 60 minutes of pure joy, we capped the total experience time at 4 hours to maximise your chance of flying, with flights scheduled at any hour in your chosen morning or afternoon slot.
- The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot and the aircraft. So book a time frame and let us know your flexible hours/days after the reservation.
- Passengers over 95kg, enquire before booking
- Not a helicopter ride – it's an authentic aeroplane experience
- Passengers with any health concerns shall consult their doctor before making reservation
- Full name/Date of birth/Weight/Extra Availability of each passenger is required once upon booking for security reasons
- Passengers could reschedule or choose to receive a full refund in case of weather cancellation
- This is a non-commercial flight operated under EASA cost-sharing rules and each flight is insured by Allianz through Wingly
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
