Hovertravel Behind-The-Scenes Tour

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Enjoy a wonderful opportunity to get up close and personal with one of Hovertravel's iconic hovercrafts. Ideal for families and transport enthusiasts alike, the tours let you learn all about the impressive hovercraft fleet and its operational procedures.

Participants will be treated to a behind-the-scenes tour lasting approximately 60 minutes, led by one of Hovertravel's most experienced team members. Each tour offers a comprehensive look inside and outside the hovercraft, the chance to view a historic hovercraft video, and an interactive Q&A session. Everyone on a tour also leaves with a special certificate to commemorate the day.

Book now for an exclusive tour that offer a rare glimpse into the inner workings of a hovercraft and the history of this fascinating mode of transport.

Tours take place on the Isle of Wight but those joining from Southsea can upgrade their ticket for £10 more, which offers a return trip with Hovertravel to Ryde. The outward journey is at 9.30am, returning on the 11.15am service.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Behind-the-scenes tour - adult£12.50 per ticket
Behind-the-scenes tour - child£7.00 per ticket
Tour (including return crossing from Southsea) - adult£25.00 per ticket
Tour (including return crossing from Southsea) - child£17.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Hovertravel Behind-The-Scenes Tour

Type:Talks

Quay Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2HB
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Tel0345 222 0461

Opening Times

15 March (15 Mar 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 11:00
7 April (7 Apr 2025)
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Monday10:00 - 11:00
15 April (15 Apr 2025)
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Tuesday10:00 - 11:00
7 May (7 May 2025)
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Wednesday10:00 - 11:00
14 May (14 May 2025)
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Wednesday10:00 - 11:00
24 September (24 Sept 2025)
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Wednesday10:00 - 11:00
15 October (15 Oct 2025)
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Wednesday10:00 - 11:00

* Crossing from Southsea departs 9.30am, returning on the 11.15am service.

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