90 minute Portsmouth & Isle of Wight Helicopter Tour

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90 minute Portsmouth & Isle of Wight Helicopter Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

This is our longest tour at an amazing 90 minutes flight time. Starting from Redhill Aerodrome you'll depart in one of EC120 helicopters or Robinson R44 Helicopters for a unique and exclusive sightseeing tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: EBG Helicopters

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Helicopter tour - including hire of whole helicopter

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Dorking

Passing by

Starting from Redhill Aerodrome and flying west past Dorking, Box Hill and Denbies Vineyard.
Dunsfold

Passing by

Flying over the lush woodlands and past the stunning Paladial Mansion of Albury Park you head south through beautiful valleys, passing many impressive country homes. Next is Dunsfold Airfield home of the BBC program Top Gear. Continuing south you over fly the market town of Midhurst with the ruins of Cowdray House set within the stunning “Capability” Brown landscaped Cowdray Park.
Isle of Wight

Passing by

Then crossing over the South Downs you will see The Isle of Wight in the distance. The flight takes you over Hayling Island, where the windsurfer was invented. Heading out over the Solent towards the four 18th Century Forts that guard the Solent (Now all private homes or Hotels) you arrive over Ryde on the Isle of Wight and follow the River Medina to the town of Newport in the centre of the Island then on towards Blackgang famous for smugglers of yesteryear. This particular section of cliff and coastline is famous for Dinosaur fossils and the clearly visible rapid erosion by the sea, many houses now perilously close to the edge! Following the shoreline you continue westwards towards the famous Needles. You swoop low over the water to get an unsurpassed view of these jagged rocks and the lighthouse.
Cowes

Passing by

Turning back towards the east you will follow the northern shoreline to Cowes, the sailing centre and capital of the island. Many yachts adorn its harbour, you may even be able to see some of the exciting racing events that happen all through the year. Just to the east of Cowes is the imposing Osborne House. Queen Victoria and her husband Prince Albert bought Osborne House in October 1845. Prince Albert designed the house himself in conjunction with builder Thomas Cubitt the London architect and builder whose company also built the main facade of Buckingham Palace.
Portsmouth

Passing by

Crossing the sea back to Portsmouth, home of the British Royal Navy. As well as a fantastic view of The Spinnaker Tower, you will also see the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard with HMS Victory and HMS Warrior. You may also see some of the visiting ships in the Naval Dockyard that come in from time to time for a refit or naval celabrations. Now back over the open countryside you head northeast over flying small villages and market towns such as Chiddingfold. In the distance is the North Downs and Surrey. A trip that you well remember for some time, showing the stunning countryside and the varied coastline of Southern England.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Hangar 1

End point

Hangar 1

Using your ticket

Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
All passengers are required to provide photographic ID on the day of flight
Minimum age is 6 years
There is no space for bags on the flight, we are able to store items at our offices for the duration of the flight if required
Flights are weight critical and all passenger weights must be provided when booking your date.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 6 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 15 Stone (95 Kg) should contact the carrier before booking.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date.
Flight departure times are subject to availability. Our flights usually operate between 10:00am and 4:00pm on a daily basis.
Flights are subject to suitable weather conditions. In the event of unsuitable weather, you will be offered an alternative date.
All passengers must have photographic ID with them for the day of the flight