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Quicksand Experience Mont Saint Michel

5 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 5 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Mont-St-Michel, France

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1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

The discovery of shifting sands allows you to live a unique experience in France. Mont Saint Michel is the only place in France where you can experience this phenomenon. Each time it is a moment of joy and laughter for children and adults.
For your safety, this activity is supervised by a state-certified professional with more than 20 years of experience in this field. Throughout the activity, the guide will give advice and help people who may be in difficulty. This experience will be an extraordinary memory for young and old.

What's Included

  • Ticket for the discovery of quicksand
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Official guide to the bay of Mont Saint Michel
  • Parking price (17 euros)
  • Tips
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

50170 Mont Saint-Michel
France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Meet your local guide at the foot of Mont Saint Michel in front of the main entrance.
The meeting time depends on the tide therefore it will be communicated to you by message when confirming the activity.
The service lasts approximately 1 hour on a 2 kilometer loop route around Mont Saint Michel.
The tour will begin with an explanation of the phenomenon and then the guide will give a demonstration. Participants will then be asked to sink up to their knees and learn the technique to get out. People who don't want to sink in can observe the experience and take photos of their friends or children in the sand. Then at the end of the activity the guide will take you to the edge of a river to wash your legs. The tour ends as it began at the foot of Mont Saint Michel.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Quicksand Experience Mont Saint Michel?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-22427P2

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What's Included

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Ticket for the discovery of quicksand
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Official guide to the bay of Mont Saint Michel
  • Guided tour
  • Parking price (17 euros)
  • Tips

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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