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Behind the Scenes Tour

Enjoy a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with one of our iconic hovercrafts.  A fantastic opportunity for families and transport enthusiasts alike to learn more about our impressive hovercraft fleet and its operational procedures.

You will be treated to a Behind-the-Scenes Tour lasting approximately 60 minutes, led by one of our most experienced team members. This exclusive tour offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of a hovercraft and the history of this fascinating mode of transport. Get a comprehensive look inside and outside the hovercraft, view a historic hovercraft video, take part in a Q&A session, and leave with a special certificate to commemorate your day.

Tours are available on the following dates:

  • Friday 13th December 2024 - 10:00 at Ryde
  • Saturday 28th December 2024 - 14:30 at Ryde
  • Tuesday 18th February 2025 - 10:00 at Ryde
  • Sunday 23rd February 2025 - 10:00 at Ryde
  • Saturday 15th March 2025 - 10:00 at Ryde
  • Monday 7th April 2025 - 10:00 at Ryde
  • Tuesday 15th April 2025 - 13:30 at Ryde
  • Wednesday 7th May 2025 - 10:00 at Ryde
  • Wednesday 14th May 2025 - 13:30 at Ryde
  • Wednesday 24th September 2025 - 10:00 at Ryde
  • Wednesday 15th October 2025 - 10:00 at Ryde

Limited spaces available!

Ticket Type Adult
(16+)
Child
(5-15 Yrs)

Infants (0-4 Yrs)

Behind the Scenes Tour 13th December 2024 £10.00

£6.00

FREE
Behind the Scenes Tour 13th December 2024 - includes return flight, 09:30 from Southsea returning on 11:15 from Ryde) £20.00

£16.00

FREE
Behind the Scenes Tour 2025 £12.50

 £7.00

FREE

 

How to Book

Book your place below, select Excursions from our Journey Planner and select Behind the Scenes Tour.

Terms & Conditions
  • Book online only, not available to book in our terminals or over the phone.
  • Tickets non-transferable and non refundable.
  • This does not include a flight demonstration and is a tour of our hovercraft whilst on the pad.