Royan skydive holiday information
Fantastic that you’re joining us in Royan this summer. This page gives you all the practical details for a smooth start: arrival, accommodation, transport and extras. We recommend arriving on Saturday so you can settle in and enjoy the beach. Upon arrival we’ll do a short intake (welcome, forms, document check) so you’re ready to start your course.
- Preferably arrive on Saturday; registration & document check at the DZ.
- Course start: Sunday 09:00 at the airfield (duration ±6 hours).
- Bring: original medical certificate and travel insurance policy with skydiving sports cover.
- Royan extras: see the price table (billed afterwards).
- WhatsApp for delays/questions: +31 6 1659 2266.
What documents to bring
- Medical certificate (original)
- Travel insurance policy with sports cover for skydiving
No insurance yet?
Arrange travel insurance (NL)
Arrange travel insurance (BE)
Travel insurance for other countries
Where to find us
Our office is in the hangar at the airfield (look for the Airboss logo/orange). Arriving after 19:00? You’ll find us at the camp site next to the airfield. Staying elsewhere? Please drop by the DZ on Saturday to register.
Airboss contact
Address: Lebuïnuslaan 82, 7415 DR Deventer
Phone: +31 (0)85 401 46 47
Mobile (WhatsApp): +31 6 1659 2266
Email: spring@airboss.nl
Tip: share this number with your emergency contact at home.
Accommodation contact (Skydive Camp)
Address: Aérodrome de Royan, Voie Joseph de Lellée, 17600 Médis
Phone: +33 (0)5 46 06 51 48 / +33 (0)7 83 46 64 73
Email: info@royan-ocean-parachutisme.fr
Staying outside the Skydive Camp
Royan offers many options (hotels, holiday rentals, campsites). Book in time via your preferred platform (e.g. Airbnb, Booking, Hometogo, Trivago).
Getting there
Coach (for those who booked via Airboss)
Have you booked a coach trip via Airboss? We’ll pick you up on Saturday morning upon arrival in Royan and take you to your accommodation.
The return coach departs on Saturday evening; you’ll arrive back in Belgium or the Netherlands on Sunday morning.
Flight
Fly to Bordeaux or La Rochelle. From the airport, travel easily by train (e.g. via The Trainline) to Royan.
Car
By car it’s roughly 800–1000 km. Expect traffic on French “Black Saturday”. Tip: leave early on Friday morning.
Food & drinks
The dropzone offers catering for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Optional extra costs
| Option | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Extra jump | €33 | Solo or coach slot by arrangement |
| Gear rental | €15 | Jumpsuits, helmets and altimeters available |
| Parachute packing | €7.50 | Per packjob |
| HD video per jump | €7.50 | Download link afterwards |
These costs are invoiced afterwards. Prices subject to change.
The course
Start: Sunday 09:00 at the airfield · Duration: approx. 6 hours. After theory and practical drills, you may be able to jump the same day (weather & DZ operations permitting).
TIP! Wind tunnel training
Want to kick off with extra confidence? Read our short guide to wind tunnel training before your AFF.
You’ll get used to the freefall feeling and learn basic stability in a safe, controlled environment — a noticeable difference on your first jumps.
What does a week look like
We aim for 2–3 jumps per day. The schedule always depends on weather and operations. Prioritise rest and hydration, and enjoy the beach and surroundings — it’s a holiday after all.