ARCACHON BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Silent Power on Arcachon: Piloting the 5‑Person LUIS Electric Tender
A full‑day rental of the Oudhuijzer 580 Tender—electric, five‑person capacity and available with or without a boat license—this guide explains what to expect and what you must bring.
Silent Power on Arcachon: Piloting the 5‑Person LUIS Electric Tender.
Offered by Ecoboats in Arcachon, the Bateau Électrique 5 personnes LUIS is an Oudhuijzer 580 Tender available for full‑day rental with or without a boat license, letting groups of up to five take charge of their own vessel for a day on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Oudhuijzer 580 Tender — compact electric tender
The LUIS is an Oudhuijzer 580 Tender (1x3.5 KW) sized for five people: length 5.80 m, beam 2.25 m—built to be handled by small crews for a day‑long rental.
Rent with or without a boat license
The rental is offered both to licensed skippers and to those without a permit, making the LUIS an option for independent renters who want hands‑on time at the helm.
Deposit, fuel and cleanliness rules
A security deposit of €2,500 is required (cheque or card imprint); the boat must be returned in perfect cleanliness and with a full tank according to the operator's stated conditions.
What the day feels like
What the rental actually feels like
You take possession of the Oudhuijzer 580 Tender for a full‑day rental and spend the day piloting your own small vessel around Arcachon’s waters—an independent, hands‑on boating experience offered by Ecoboats, with straightforward return conditions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental is right for—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Be prepared to provide a €2,500 security deposit (cheque or card imprint) and to return the boat clean and with a full tank of fuel; bring any personal safety gear you prefer and suitable clothing for a day on the water.
Model: Oudhuijzer 580 Tender (1x3.5 KW); length 5.80 m, beam 2.25 m; capacity: 5 persons.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boat license to rent the LUIS?
The rental is offered with or without a boat license.
How many people can the boat carry?
The LUIS is for up to 5 persons.
What is the rental duration?
Duration information is inconsistent in the provided materials: the description lists 7h00, while the headline context references a full‑day rental of 9 heures.
Is there a security deposit?
Yes—a €2,500 security deposit is required, payable by cheque or by card imprint.
In what condition must I return the boat?
The boat must be returned in perfect cleanliness and with a full tank.
Is the LUIS an electric or gasoline boat?
The model is listed as an Oudhuijzer 580 Tender with 1x3.5 KW (an electric motor specification), but the return instructions reference returning the boat 'avec le plein d'essence' (a full tank of fuel); the provided facts are therefore inconsistent on propulsion/fueling.