Hovertravel operates the fastest service between Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. Join one of our special Hovercraft Experiences and during the 60-minute duration get a behind the scenes look at the world’s longest operational hovercraft service. There will be a chance to meet the Pilots and Crew who fly across the Solent. You will learn how these wonderful machines work and see them in service as we provide you with a unique twenty-minute hovercraft demonstration.
Your experience will include:
- Demonstration of the unique manoeuvrability of hovercraft*
- Expert commentary from our hovercraft pilot
- Guided tour by pilot around the outside of the hovercraft.
- Opportunity to take photos onboard and outside.
- A certificate will be provided as a memento of your Hover Experience Flight
Come and see firsthand, why so many customers love flying across the sea to and from the Isle of Wight with Hovertravel.
Departing Ryde at 14:05 & Southsea at 14:20 on the following dates:
- Wednesday 18th February 2026
- Saturday 28th February 2026
- Sunday 1st March 2026
- Sunday 15th March 2026
- Saturday 21st March 2026
- Saturday 28th March 2026
Please note – If joining from Ryde after the Experience Flight you will return on the 1520 departing Southsea.
For more information and prices click HERE.
Validity:
Passengers who present their railcard (valid for day of travel) can get 20% off their experience flight. This is bookable on the phone (0345 222 0461) or via email (sales@hovertravel.com) only, not in the terminal.
Valid until 28th March 2026.
*Demonstration elements subject to weather conditions on the day.
Terms and Conditions:
- Pre-book your Hovercraft Experience Flight by calling 0345 222 0461 or via email sales@hovertravel.com only, not bookable in the terminal.
- Tickets non-transferable.
- Tickets are non-refundable subject to our weather cancellation policy.
- Hover Gift for adults and children only, excluding infants.
