Push
the throttle back and feel the wind and spray hit your face as you
power your way across the water in a high powered speed boat or powerboat
racer. Or you can hire a powerboat for an extravagant and luxurious
day. Choose from Sunseeker powerboats, high speed launches and powerboat
racers.
London RIB Experience and London Eye Trip - Child - £29 An amazing new type of Thames boat tour, plus a London Eye Flight. This RIB experience is an exhilarating boat tour, bringing a new perspective to the Thames and allowing you to get a real feel for its sights, sounds and history. From sites like the Houses of Parliament and St. Paul's Cathedral to the Tower of London, professional guides will keep you informed about the wealth of history you are encountering. This is followed by a flight on the London Eye where you can see the sights from another perspective and take in the breathtaking panoramas of London ....more Location: London (South East)
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London RIB Experience and London Eye Trip - Adult - £49 An amazing new type of Thames boat tour, plus a London Eye Flight. This RIB experience is an exhilarating boat tour, bringing a new perspective to the Thames and allowing you to get a real feel for its sights, sounds and history. From sites like the Houses of Parliament and St. Paul's Cathedral to the Tower of London, professional guides will keep you informed about the wealth of history you are encountering. This is followed by a flight on the London Eye where you can see the sights from another perspective and take in the breathtaking panoramas of London ....more Location: London (South East)
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Hovercraft Flying for One - £75 Experience the thrill of flying a hovercraft on land and water Take to the controls of a race-bred Formula 25 hovercraft at one of two purpose-built courses. Your instructor will show you the skills that you need to operate the vehicle. Once you have mastered the basics you will move on to the Hover Track – featuring both land and water sections. You will be able to put your skills to the test in a series of relay and pursuit races against other participants. Take the Flying Fish Challenge and see how quickly you can complete a full lap of the track – the fastest participant of the year will win a free day at the course....more Location: Kent (South East)
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Half Day RIB Powerboat Experience - £93 This thrilling experience takes place aboard a 7.5m high performance RIB, capable of speeds in excess of 50 knots (57 mph). This is your chance, under expert supervision, to drive this powerful craft and to experience its power and manoeuvrability.
What does the activity include? Morning Experience 9:00am Participants arrive, tea and coffee available. 9:15am Safety briefing by the skipper, foul weather gear and lifejackets fitted. 9:30am Leave Ocean Quay Marina in Southampton, participants given hands on instruction in low speed driving technique. 10:00am Reach unlimited speed area, Skipper demonstrates the full potential of the RIB at speed and in waves. Participants are given hands on instruction in high-speed technique. 11:45am Return to Ocean Quay Marina, participants given further low speed instruction.
12:30pm Arrive at the marina, guests leave at their leisure. Refreshments are available from the restaurant, at participant's own expense.
Afternoon Experience Participants to arrive at 2:00pm, a similarly timed schedule will be followed.
Where does the experience take place? You will meet the boat at Ocean Quay Marina in Southampton.
What should I wear? Foul weather gear and manually inflated lifejackets will be supplied for the duration of the experience. Participants are advised to bring warm clothing and flat-soled shoes, a towel and a change of clothes are recommended.
How long should I allow for this experience? The experience will last about three and half hours, including a safety briefing. There will be a maximum of six other participants taking part per session, plus the skipper, and each participant will get to drive the boat for approximately 15 minutes each.
When does the activity take place? The experience is available on selected days between March and October.
Are there any restrictions? The experience excludes persons with back, neck or knee injuries, or weight exceeding 16 stone. The minimum age of participants is 12 years, under 16's to be accompanied by an adult. This activity is not suitable if you are pregnant.
What about the weather? If the experience has to be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, an alternative day will be offered.
Can I bring spectators? Sorry, this experience is not suitable for spectators.
What else do I need to know? Personal Accident Insurance is included. Morning and afternoon sessions are available
London RIB Experience and London Eye Trip for Two Adults - £98 An amazing new type of Thames boat tour, plus a London Eye Flight. This RIB experience is an exhilarating boat tour, bringing a new perspective to the Thames and allowing you to get a real feel for its sights, sounds and history. From sites like the Houses of Parliament and St. Paul’s Cathedral to the Tower of London , professional guides will keep you informed about the wealth of history you are encountering. This is followed by a flight on the London Eye where you can see the sights from another perspective and take in the breathtaking panoramas of London ....more Location: London (South East)
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Half Day Powerboating Experience - £99 Drive the sensational Honda Formula 4-stroke Series Raceboat - Formula 1 on the Water! Powerboating has long been an elitist sport, reserved for the super-rich. But not since the Honda Formula 4-Stroke Series! In just 3 years this boat has grown from concept into the largest one-design power boat championship in the world. With additional safety features, control equipment and the expert guidance of ex-Powerboat champions as your instructors you can be sure you are in safe hands....more Location: Southampton (South East)
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Zapcat Blast - £99 A blast in a Zapcat that will have you begging for mercy! There are few experiences that can match powerboating for sheer exhilaration, and this Zapcat experience is sure to knock your socks off. You will take a seat in a race-ready Zapcat capable of pulling in excess of 2G in a turn, with a power to weight ratio of 340 bhp per tonne. The acceleration is unlike anything you will have experienced so prepare to hold on for the ride of your life!...more Location: Southampton (South), Helensburgh, Glasgow (Scotland), Brighton (South East)
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Zapcat Powerboat Blast - £99 This is a pure adrenaline experience - you'll need to hang on for the ride of your life. When you arrive you will be given a safety briefing and kitted out with a drysuit and boots. The action begins by a speedy trip out of the bay by the RIB. Then it is on to the main event the Zapcat. These twin hulled light weight catamarans, designed originally for surf rescue, are now redesigned for short course offshore powerboat racing. All of the Zapcats are the race ready versions capable of pulling in excess of 2G in a turn; with a power to weight ratio of 340 bhp per tonne, the acceleration is explosive so hang on tight! This experience provides you with almost two hours out on the water on a 10.5m 225HP RIB and a Zapcat.
Group Size: There will be a maximum of 11 others in your group....more Location: Southampton (Hampshire), Helensburgh (Glasgow)
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Half Day Hovercraft Driving - £109 Driving a hovercraft is like driving a car with four flat tyres on ice! After a safety briefing to familiarise you with the craft, you will be taken out individually and shown the controls and driving techniques needed. You then get the chance, under the supervision of an instructor, to take the controls. Depending on weather conditions the activity may take place on mud, sea or sand.
Group Size: There'll be a maximum of seven other people in your group....more Location: Sharnford, Nr Hinckley (Leicestershire)
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Honda Powerboat Blast - £119 The Honda Formula 4-Stroke championship (HF4S) is the largest, most exciting offshore powerboat series in the world. Feel the speed and grace of this highly responsive racing machine. The boat operates within Southampton Water and extends into the Solent so bring a disposable camera. The boat is soft riding and the seating comfortable. Be prepared for the ride of your life! Your experience begins with a safety briefing and an introduction to the boat. You then get changed into the Saber Powersports racing team kit and safety gear. Then it´s onto the water. During this experience the Driver (usually a current or past racer) heads into the Solent to show what the boat can do. Your one and half hours on board includes approximately 15 minutes of hands-on driving and tuition. You will also have the opportunity to test your skills on our offshore racing circuit.
Group Size: There will be other voucher holders participating on the day....more Location: Southampton (Hampshire)
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Offshore Racing RIB Blast for Two People - £139 You and a friend can take an exhilarating high speed trip around the Solent in this 250hp RIB. Blast your way around the waters of the Solent in this 250hp RIB. Feel the wind on your cheeks as you brace yourself for the ride of your life aboard this mighty vessel. You can even take the controls yourself and with no more than six other participants on each trip you will have plenty of time to enjoy getting to grips with this powerful machine....more Location: Southampton (South)
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Hovercraft Flying for Two - £145 Experience the thrill of flying a hovercraft on land and water Take to the controls of a race-bred Formula 25 hovercraft at one of two purpose-built courses. Your instructor will show you the skills that you need to operate the vehicle. Once you have mastered the basics you will move on to the Hover Track – featuring both land and water sections. You will be able to put your skills to the test in a series of relay and pursuit races against other participants. Take the Flying Fish Challenge and see how quickly you can complete a full lap of the track – the fastest participant of the year will win a free day at the course....more Location: Kent (South East)
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HTM Powerboat Blast - £149 The twin hulled HTM powerboat is one of the world's fastest production powerboats, tested at speeds up 125mph, and this is your chance to take the helm in this awesome racing machine for a ride down the Solent. Tested at speeds up to 125mph, the HTM is one of the World's fastest production powerboats. Leap the waves of the Solent as you take to the water in this awesome machine. Take the helm and hang on for dear life as you push the twin engines to their limit. With aggressive styling and performance to match, this is as good as powerboating gets. Expert instruction from ex- powerboat champions means you will get the most out of the experience....more Location: Southampton (South East)
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Inshore Powerboat Race Day - £249 Looking for something a bit different? This high speed day is ideal for groups looking for something completely different to offer to clients or staff. Experienced instructors will provide one to one training whilst you experience Hydros, Monohulls and Catamarans. We guarantee a great day that will leave your team buzzing with adrenaline.
Sample itinerary 9.00-9.30am - Registration, tea, coffee and biscuits 9.30am - Official welcome and drivers briefing and introduction to the sport 10.00-11.00am - Introduction to the boats plus hands on instruction 11.00-1pm - Practice session on Hydroplanes 1.00-2.00pm - Hot Buffet Lunch 2.00-5.00pm - Formula 4/5 Catamarans and T850/T750 Monohulls 5.00pm - Afternoon tea and cakes. Presentation of certificates and mementos
What is included?
- All safety equipment
- Professional instruction
- Refreshments throughout day
- Hot buffet lunch
- Certificates of achievement and t-shirt memento (each)
What should I wear?
Suitable clothing such as lightweight jeans, trainers, long sleeved shirt or pullover is a must. It is very important to keep all limbs covered whilst driving the boats. Also a change of clothing just in case (please remember your personal toiletries as showers are available).
How long should I allow for this experience?
8 hours including lunch
When does the activity take place?
On selected weekdays (not Sundays) from April to October inclusive
Group Sizes
Minimum: 10
Maximum: 18
Cost:
Based on a minimum group size of 10 is £249 inclusive of VAT.
...more Location: Kingsbury Water Park (Warwickshire)
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Powerboat Thrill - £249 This is your chance to drive two of the fastest most exciting powerboats in the UK! Your experience begins with a safety briefing and an introduction to the boats. You then get changed into the Saber Powersports racing team kit and safety gear. Then it´s onto the water. The boats have comfortable secure seating and the experience is suitable for all adventure seekers.
You will start off learning to drive a Honda Race Boat. The Honda Formula 4-Stroke championship (HF4S) is the largest, most exciting offshore powerboat series in the world. Feel the speed and grace of this highly responsive racing machine. During this experience the Driver (usually a current or past racer) heads into the Solent to show what the boat can do. Your one and half hours on board includes approximately 15 minutes of hands-on driving and tuition. You will also have the opportunity to test your skills on our offshore racing circuit. The boat operates within Southampton Water and extends into the Solent so bring a disposable camera. The boat is soft riding and the seating comfortable. Be prepared for the ride of your life! You will then have a lunch break back at base and get ready to take on the Suzuki Hypercat.
The 300Hp Suzuki powered Hypercat we have at Saber is similar to the craft used in the class one powerboat series. Feel the speed and grace of this highly responsive racing machine. She can power through almost any water at high speed sending the boat flying high above the surface. This High performance wild cat demands respect, would you like to put her through her paces? The Driver (usually a current or past racer) heads into the Solent to show what the boat can do. Your two hours on board includes approximately 20 minutes of hands-on driving and tuition. The boat operates within Southampton Water and extends into the Solent so bring a disposable camera. The boat is soft riding and the seating comfortable. With over twice the power of the Honda Powerboats and an `air entrapment hull´ you will soon be flying into the Solent.
Group Size: There will be other participants on the day....more Location: Southampton (Hampshire)
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Inshore Powerboat Racing - £259 Experience one of the most glamorous watersports in the world. Planing across the water in a powerful craft is sheer exhilaration. After a few hours, you might just feel like one of the international jet set. This full day programme will leave you breathless with excitement. Here is your unique chance to race single-seater monohulls, catamarans and hydroplanes. Nothing else gives you such a feeling of mastery over the water. You will have the chance of learning from the experts how to drive three types of race boat, hydroplanes, catamarans and monohulls. They are all single seaters with no radio control to the bank. In the hydroplanes you either kneel or lie flat on your stomach! The day will start at 9:00 with registration and tea and coffee. At 09.30 you will be officially welcomed, given a drivers briefing and introduction to the sport. Between 10:00 and 11:00 there will be an introduction to the boats, followed by practice driving until a buffet lunch at 1:00pm. From 2:00 - 5:00pm you will have practical race training, ending with afternoon tea, presentation of certificates and a memento of the day. During the day you are likely to do a total of 20+ laps, with each lap being just under a mile in length so you will cover quite a distance! You will share this experience with up to 18 other participants....more Location: Sutton Coldfield (West Midlands)
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A Full Day Extreme Powerboating - £259 A wet and wild day of extreme powerboating action. On this action packed day you will get the chance to drive three types of high speed single seat powerboats. The awesome monohull, the speedy catamaran or the exhilarating hydroplane. All the boats are capable of speeds over 50mph and it feels a lot faster when you are only inches from the water. Guaranteed to leave the pulse racing, the day is run by a World speed record holder and so you can be sure this is the real deal!...more Location: Warwickshire (Midlands)
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Inshore Powerboating for Teens - £259 Experience one of the most glamorous watersports in the world. Planing across the water in a powerful craft is sheer exhilaration. After a few hours, you might just feel like one of the international jet set! This full day programme will leave you breathless with excitement. Here is your unique chance to race single-seater monohulls, catamarans and hydroplanes. Nothing else gives you such a feeling of mastery over the water. This is a great opportunity to learn straight from the experts how to drive three types of race boat, hydroplanes, catamarans and monohulls. In the hydroplanes you either kneel or lie flat on your stomach. The day will start at 9:00 with registration and tea and coffee. At 09.30 you will be officially welcomed, given a drivers briefing and introduction to the sport. Between 10:00 and 11:00 there will be an introduction to the boats, followed by practice driving until a buffet lunch at 1:00pm. From 2:00 - 5:00pm you will have practical race training, ending with afternoon tea, presentation of certificates and a memento of the day. During the day you are likely to do a total of 20+ laps, with each lap being just under a mile in length so you will cover quite a distance!
Group Size: There'll be a maximum of 17 others in your group....more Location: Sutton Coldfield (West Midlands)
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Zapcat Powerboat Blast - £295 Hang on for a thrill ride that will simply make you laugh your socks off! Experience is everything…..just imagine for a moment…you hold on tight as the awesome power of an amazing catamaran accelerates you across the water….you hold on even tighter and laugh or scream as this unbelievable machine throws you into a 3G turn - you're spinning on a sixpence and then, as the speed increases you feel the breathtaking pull - you hit the surf and you're airborne! This is the thrill of a zapcat!
When you arrive you will be given a safety briefing and kitted out with a
dry suit and boots. The action begins with a speedy trip out of the bay by the RIB. Then it's on to the main event, the Zapcat. These twin hulled light weight catamarans, designed originally for surf rescue have been redesigned
for short course offshore powerboat racing. All of the zapcats are the race ready versions capable of pulling in excess of 2G in a turn; with a power to weight ratio of 340 bhp per tonne. The acceleration is explosive so hang
on tight!
Then it's a high speed RIB ride to Cowes on the Isle of Wight for an excellent pub lunch.
In the afternoon enjoy the thrill of zapcat relays and time trials to establish the top performers on the day.
Other options
An ultimate power boat challenge spending the day as a pilot and co-pilot pulling 3G turns around a very tight course on the Zapcats, ride a 225HP 10.5m High-Powered RIB and drive racing against the clock on a Honda BF150. Sheer high speed entertainment!
Availability
All year round.
Group sizes
Minimum group size 12. Maximum 36.
Pricing
Will depend on the group size. Public liability and personal accident insurance will be included.
...more Location: At sea from Southampton (Hampshire); On the lake at Reading (Berkshire)
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