We run RIB trips from Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth. Trips take place aboard our fleet of 10 seater, 9 meter RIBs capable of speeds of up to 50mph! Lifejackets and full offshore waterproofs are supplied.
The minimum age for RIB trips is 8 years old. Trips are unsuitable for those back problem, and pregnant ladies.
You can simply turn up on the day and book at our kiosk, although we do recommend you pre-book to avoid disappointment. Simply call us on 02392 528447, between 9-5, 7 days a week to book. If you wish to book a trip outside of our standard operating hours, you can book a private boat for your exclusive use. This is just £150 per hour for up to 10 people.
Autumn operating dates at a glance:
SEPTEMBER:
Saturday 11th: half day: 0930 – 1330 FULLY BOOKED. Forts blasts: 1400, 1500, 1600*
Sunday 12th: forts blasts: 1300, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Saturday 18th: half day: 0930 – 1330. Forts blasts: 1400, 1500, 1600*
Sunday 19th: 1300, 1500, 1600*
Saturday 25th: 1300, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Sunday 26th: 1300, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Wednesday 29th: full day: 1000-1600 NOW FULL
OCTOBER:
Saturday 2nd: forts blasts: 1300*, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Sunday 3rd: forts blasts: 1300*, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Saturday 9th: forts blasts: 1300*, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Sunday 10th: forts blasts: 1300*, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Saturday 16th: forts blasts: 1300*, 1400, 1500, 1600*
Sunday 17th: forts blasts: 1300*, 1400, 1500, 1600*
*subject to demand
Forts Blast – £15 per person (runs at 1300, 1400 and 1500 every weekend & week days during the school holidays):
Jump aboard one of our nine meter high speed powerboats (RIBs) for a “blast” around the Napoleonic Forts out in the Solent. Our trip departs Gunwharf Quays for a short tour around the harbour and the historic ships.
After exiting the harbour we open up the throttle of one of our 10 seater speed machines, where you will experience speeds of up to 50mph. You will get a unique and close up view of the forts, as well of the adrenaline pumping sensation of the boat flying across the waves from passing ferries and ships.
The trip lasts approximately 40 minutes.
To book simply call us on 02392 528447
Half day Cowes adventure – £49 per person. This trip MUST be pre booked, and runs on the follwing dates:
July 17th, July 24th, July 31st, August 7th, August 14th, August 21st, September 11th, September 18th (fully booked where crossed out)
Our half day adventure starts at Gunwharf Quays at 9.30am. We will kit you up with lifejackets and waterproofs before boarding one of our nine meter, ten seater powerboats (RIBs). After a look around the harbour and historic ships, we go out into the Solent and open up the throttle.
You’ll experience speeds of up to 50mph as your experienced professional skipper shows you the historic sights of the Solent, including the Napoleonic Forts, the spot where the Mary Rose sunk and more. Depending on what events are going on that day, you may see some yacht racing, war ships, cruise ships, powerboat racing, or even a seaplane landing! We stop for a 45 minutes break in Cowes, where you can grab a drink in one of the waterside bars or cafes, or wander through the narrow cobbled streets absorbing some of the history in this world famous Sailing town.
After that it’s back on board for some more high speed action as we blast back to Portsmouth, jumping off the wakes of ferries and ships as we go.
You’ll arrive back in Gunwharf Quays at around 1330; the experience lasts around 4 hours.
To book simply call us on 02392 528447
Full day adventure – £99 per person. This trip MUST be pre-booked, and runs on the following dates:
July 25th, September 29th
A full day out on the water on one of our nine meter powerboats (RIBs). We start the day off with a tour of Portsmouth Harbour. You’ll see some of the most cutting edge war-ships in the world, alongside some of the oldest and most famous (including HMS Victory). After the tour we head out into the Solent and open up the throttle. You’ll see just about everything the Solent has to offer on this trip – the Napoleonic Forts, the spot where the Mary Rose sunk, world class yacht racing, powerboat racing, and many more famous sights as we blast towards Cowes for lunch. When we get to Cowes we’ll cruise down the river Medina to the Folly Inn – an award winning waterside pub with it’s own pontoon. After a leisurely lunch (included) we head back up the river and out to sea, heading for the Needles. This is one of the most famous landmarks on the South coast – a dramatic white chalk stack formation that emerges out of the sea. After a look at some of the wildlife, caves and secluded bays that this area is famous for, we’ll turn around and head back down the Solent, stopping for short break in Cowes once again, where you can grab a drink or have a look at the shops. We arrive back in Gunwharf at approximately 4pm.
To book simply call us on 02392 528447