Hovercraft Experience Flights

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 first hand, why so many customers love flying across the sea to and from the Isle of Wight with Hovertravel.

Looking for a unique gift? We offer Experience Flight Gift Vouchers, give the gift of a memorable day out on the worlds favourite passenger hovercraft service.

• Wednesday 18th February 2026
• Sunday 1st March 2026
• Sunday 15th March 2026

Please note - If joining from Ryde after the Experience Flight you will return on the 1515 ex Southsea.

*Demonstration elements subject to weather conditions on the day.

Book your place on our popular experience flight below, select Excursions from our Journey Planner and select Hovercraft Experience Flight.