Hover Safari
1 month ago
We have teamed up with Hover Travel and The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary to offer you an exclusive Hover Safari Family Deal which includes day return Hover flight from Southsea, Southern Vectis bus & entry to the Sanctuary in Sandown.
This special family ticket is only £75 and is valid for 2 Adults and up to 3 children. This ticket saves you £86 compared to booking separately.
Hovertravel is the world’s longest running commercial hovercraft service and is the only scheduled passenger hovercraft service in the Europe. Hovertravel offers the fastest way to cross the Solent between Southsea, Portsmouth and Ryde, Isle of Wight. Hovertravel operate two hovercraft with a frequent service (plus additional services at commuter times) and the journey time is just under 10 minutes.
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary rescues animals from suffering around Europe and provides a safe haven where they can rehabilitate in luxury at their sanctuary on the sandy shores of Sandown Bay. The team pride themselves on delivering an inspiring and unique wildlife experience which is second to none. A warm, friendly atmosphere awaits you, creating the perfect environment for getting to know a whole range of animals. From lions and tigers to monkeys, lemurs and spiders, it has something for the whole family.
The Ryde Hoverport is situated next to Ryde Transport Interchange where you can board Southern Vectis Buses 8, 2 or 3 to Sandown. Buses 2 or 3 stop in Sandown with a lovely 20-minute stroll along the Seafront to the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary or Bus 8 stops directly outside the Sanctuary.
Booking must be made online in advance of travel (at least 48 hours before) and you can book your ticket here now.
Valid between 26th October to 3rd November
The bus travel element is for a return from Ryde to Sandown and valid on routes 8, 2 and 3. Plan you bus journey here