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Dare To Fly Over Land And Water Solo

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The most thrilling and exciting of all Hovercraft Experiences.
Not only do you get to fly over this seriously sensational land and water course - but you get to do it solo! This experience is guaranteed to get your adrenaline coursing through your veins..

Just take a look at what you get on this tremendous lifetime experience:

  • Feel the full power of the hovpod hovercraft, as you fly over land and water
  • Learn from the Best, an expert will be there to teach you all you need to know
  • Complete stunning spins of 180 and 360 on land and water
  • Exclusive access to this unique luxury hovercraft
  • The highest quality, safety and communications equipment is available for you
  • Enjoy this surprisingly exclusive lakeside location and escape the mundane
  • Capture your experience forever with a professionally taken photo
  • An easy 30 minute drive from Canary Wharf, or 15 minutes from the M25 junction 30
  • Do this experience on weekends and weekdays
  • Bring Friends and Family to watch you
  • Buy online or offline, safe & secure. Prices start from £338.00

experience | the full power of a hovercraft, as you fly over land and water

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I have developed the most challenging course for you that is a daring 50:50 split between land and water. Where you will master the sharp turns and corners made amazingly challenging by the hovercrafts impulse to glide where the wind and momentum take it!

You will feel the absolute gravity defying sensation of gliding from land to water - that amazes everyone who has tried it. Blast across the water and feel exhilarated as you perform smooth and effortless 180 and 360 spins.

You will wrestle with the hovercraft's controls against the wind and the natural temptation to throttle down, until you master one of the most amazing British inventions of the last century. Your final challenge, if you choose to accept it will be to complete a timed lap and make it onto the Leader Board.

 In some ways its like a car, in some ways like a motorbike, and if I'm not mistaken there's definitely a bit of camel in there too. I personally recommend the 40mph 180 degree emergency stop with massive over steering, rounded off by that 'ooh, look I'm aqua planing' sensation. Mmmm nice.. 

Paul Wood, London

learn | from the best, an expert will be there to teach you all you need to know

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The tuition you receive on this experience was originally developed for use on a television challenge series - where celebrities had to master the hovercraft quickly and move onto more demanding challenges. (Click here to see the Sky One footage of Jason Plato and Tania Zaetta on Mission Implausible.)

You will have access to the experts that will make your experience one you will never forget. Your confidence will soar and you will achieve quick results - more than would have thought possible.

Why is this important?

Well have you ever tried doing something without the right help and tuition? If you drive then you might well remember your first time in a car, you probably found it alot easier with an instructor. Well that's what you get with HoverSoloTM training..

You will benefit from the many hours of flying our expert instructors have under their belt. With this experience you're straight into the driving seat and off!

 "His laid-back, calm attitude gave me the confidence to increase the speed higher than I would normally dare and the confidence to laugh at my mistakes."  

read the entire article Nicola wrote for the Basildon Echo

Nicola Fenn, Basildon Echo, Basildon


stunning | spins of 180o and 360o spins over land and water

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You are floating on a cushion of air 9 inches above the ground, you have no wheels, you have no brakes, you're at the mercy of gravity, and the wind is going to do its level best to push you around.

That's why mastering the hovercraft is so incredibly exciting, unparalelled by any other vehicle. You'll develop new skills, that will give you remarkable control and enable you to fly over this course quickly.

 Breathtaking (and noisey!) experience that wets your appetite, leaves you satisfied for the time being but gagging to do it again soon! A must do experience ... bring on the racing! 

Jonathan Davis, London


exclusive | access to this unique luxury hovercraft

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Not all hovercraft are the same, the hovercraft you will be flying is very special. These hovercraft are made in the UK and designed to high specifications. Boasting impressive styling and handling, allowing you to experience a whole new off road adventure.

It's completely at home in marine conditions, and comes with plenty of inbuilt buoyancy so you float like a cork if you stop on water. You can reach speeds of up to 40mph., which when your fast approaching the sand bank at a 90 degree angle and have a split second to adjust before you hit the reeds - will feel more like 80!

You don't need boating or driving qualifications to become a pilot, remember you have expert tuition throughout.

If you like to get into all the technical details then take a closer look and check the Hovercraft Specification on this page.

 I've been lucky enough to fly a Tiger-Moth, drive a tank, race pilot cars.....but this was better than all of those. These hovercraft are an absolute blast!!!!  

Ken Douglas, Hertfordshire


safe | in highest quality, safety and communications equipment

You will use only the highest quality safety and protective equipment on your experience. You will be kitted out in:

  • Waterproof and Windproof Jackets from GUL
  • High quality Communication Headsets from Neptune
  • Lifejackets and Waterproof Trousers from Crewsaver
  • Gecko Marine Safety Helmet

enjoy | the surprisingly exclusive lakeside location

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You will have exclusive access to this stunning lakeside location. Enjoy the opportunity to relax in the wonderful British countryside.

Imagine lazing by the lake, a cool drink in your hand, the sun bouncing off the hovercraft. It really does feel like a secret oasis, and its very easy to get to from London, it's just a 30 minute drive from Canary Wharf, about 15 minutes from Junction 30 off the M25.

Or you can travel by train, there are trains from Liverpool Street and Fenchurch Street Stations every day every hour. For more information about travel check the location page.

It's not a problem if you are travelling from further afield. Our guests include travellers from as far as the USA. There are several hotels that I can recommend for a weekend of fun and games in London or Essex, send an email to info@glide3.com with your requirements and I will contact you.


capture | your experience forever with a professionally taken photo

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Your experience will include lots of professionally taken photo's to make sure you have a lovely momento of the day.

You are welcome to order a photo CD of the complete set, or a photo album after your experience. The photo's really do look excellent, and are brilliant for showing off later to your friends and family.


book | this experience on a weekday or weekend

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This experience is available all year round.

On weekdays and weekends (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day).

Something else that I think is important for you to know, is that you do not share this with large groups, that means you do the experience on your own, without having to worry about getting a large group of people together.

If you want to come and have a go then that's just give us a call, 0845 226 0748 or click to order. Of course if you want to book in a group of 4 or more people then please take a look at the Group Experience details here.

 I told everyone at work I'd been hovercrafting at the weekend, they couldn't believe it! It was so much fun! 

Sigi Mermagen, Suffolk


friends | and family are welcome to come and watch you - for FREE

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You can invite your friends and family to come and watch you on your experience.

There is no charge for spectators...in fact we make sure that they are well taken care of and all refreshments and snacks are provided - free of charge.
You and your guests will be invited to tea and coffee while you fly your hovercraft and they cheer you on, at the most secluded lake location in Essex.

All refreshments and drinks are non-alcoholic, and we have a selection of snacks and delicious cakes for you to enjoy.


buy | your Hovercraft Experience online safely and securely with PayPal or offline

The Glide3 Solo Land and Water Hovercraft Experience is £338.00, amazing value for this type of unique experience. The whole experience will last 3 hours, and you will Remember you don't share this with anyone else...if you are comparing this to other experiences then you should divide the total time by the number of people in your group to compare this accurately. Let me remind you what you will get on your hovercraft experience:
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  • You fly a 3-seater hovercraft over the challenging land and water course
  • Expert one-on-one tuition by a professional
  • The full time on the hovercraft to yourself
  • Full safety and buoyancy equipment provided for you
  • Your friends and your family are welcome to watch - FREE
  • This is available all year round, weekends and weekdays
  • Exclusive access to the lake and facilities
  • Tea, Coffee, refreshments, snacks and cake - FREE
  • Personal Accident Insurance is included
  • Personal certificate to keep as a souvenir


To Buy your Experience for £338.00 click this button

You will be taken to a shopping basket, where you can check out and confirm all your details before you choose how to pay. There are three payment options:

  • Pay online using your credit card via PayPal (you don't need an account with PayPal to use this option)
  • Pay by cheque
  • Pay by Bank Transfer, very handy if you bank online

Want more information?

  • There is more information about the experience in the FAQ section
  • We have other Hovercraft Experience products, please check them out on theProduct Summary
  • Or if you want to read more testimonials from other thrill seekers check the smiley faces page
  • You can take a closer look at the hovercraft on the equipment page here


Then come back here to Buy

Still not sure..

Why don't you just call me on 0845 226 0748, or email me at info@glide3.com. I'd be delighted to answer any questions you have