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With their 880 horsepower engines, Thames Rockets go at a speed of 30knots (or 35mph), so we\u2019d recommend this for the adrenaline junkies out there. Whizz past the O2, Canary Wharf, Greenwich and the Thames Barrier (although we can\u2019t guarantee you\u2019ll see too much) on this whistle-stop tour of London.<\/p>\n
Buy the Thames Rockets High Speed Boat Ride for \u00a3110 at BuyaGift<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Isle of Wight Hovercraft Adventure<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"The$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Travel to the Isle of Wight in style with this high speed hovercraft adventure. Journey from Southsea to Ryde in just 10 minutes on the world\u2019s longest-running commercial hovercraft service. You can journey back anytime, which means you can have all day to explore the beauty of the Isle of Wight.<\/p>\n
Buy Isle of Wight Hovercraft Adventure for \u00a356 at Red Letter Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Half Day Sailing<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"sailing$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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If you\u2019ve ever wanted to sail a boat then don\u2019t get yourself tied up in knots, because it\u2019s not too late. With this half day sailing experience you can finally feel what it\u2019s like to be your own sea captain. On this trip, experts will show you the fundamentals of controlling a luxury skippered sailing yacht. Depending on the conditions, you might be able to sail out onto the English channel or just take a tour around the Sussex coast.<\/p>\n
Buy Half Day Sailing for \u00a3125 at Red Letter Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Seven Sisters Jet Ski Safari<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"jetski$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Not technically a boat but who cares? Head to the south coast and experience the beauty of the Seven Sisters cliffs on this Jet Ski Safari. Your day will start with a 30-minute safety briefing before you zoom off across the waves, lets just hope the water\u2019s not too cold!<\/p>\n
Buy Seven Sisters Jet Ski Safari for \u00a3270 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Self-Drive Motorboat Hire on Loch Lomond<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"motorboat$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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You\u2019d be hard pressed to find a more scenic experience than this. In Scotland\u2019s Loch Lomond, you can hire your very own speed boat and take a tour around this incredible location. Suitable for up to four people, you can enjoy the incredible views and head to the different beaches that sit around the loch \u2013 we\u2019d recommend taking a picnic basket with you too.<\/p>\n
Buy Self-Drive Motorboat Hire on Loch Lomond for \u00a3150 at Virgin Experience<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
White Water Rafting Experience at Lee Valley<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"White$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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River Lee Country Park was the host for all the canoeing events at the 2012 Olympics. Now, it\u2019s a high-adrenaline white water rafting centre where you can experience the thrills of rapids and fast-flowing water while staying in a safe and controlled environment.<\/p>\n
Buy White Water Rafting Experience at Lee Valley for \u00a3120 at BuyaGift<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Kayaking and canoeing experiences in the UK<\/strong><\/h2>\nKayaking with Seals in Oban<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"Grey$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Did you know that the largest seals weigh more than four tonnes? Well you won\u2019t be seeing any of those bad boys on this tour, but you\u2019ll still be able to see plenty of common grey seals. Set off from Oban in your kayak and take in the majesty of the Scottish coast. Passing the coastal village of Tobermory and swimming through the clear waters of the Hebridean lagoon, you\u2019ll encounter a vast array of wildlife, from whales, dolphins and basking sharks to the white-tailed eagles.<\/p>\n
Kayaking with Seals in Oban for \u00a3140 at Red Letter Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Canoe along the highest aqueduct in the world<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"couples$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Somehow this experiences manages to be both extreme and tranquil at the same time. In Dee Valley, North Wales, you can take a canoe trip along the highest aqueduct in the world, getting stunning views, good exercise, and hilarious games all at once. Plus, if you\u2019re brave enough, you can take a peek over the 126ft drop.<\/p>\n
Buy Canoe along the highest aqueduct in the world for \u00a3119 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Stand Up Paddleboarding and a Pint or Prosecco on The Thames<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"Stand$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Take a slower trip along the Thames with this paddleboarding session for two. Over two and a half hours you\u2019ll be able to make your way along one of the most beautiful parts of the river \u2013 Richmond \u2013 getting idyllic views of the scenery. Then, you\u2019ll have the chance to stop and enjoy a pint or a glass of prosecco and feel all your troubles simply float away.<\/p>\n
Buy Stand Up Paddleboarding on The Thames for \u00a3189 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Scuba diving experiences in the UK<\/strong><\/h2>\nFreediving Course<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"Scuba$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Plunge into the unknown with this incredible freediving course near Bath. Over two days you\u2019ll be taught the fundamentals of free diving, starting off in the pool and the classroom before moving on to Vobster Quay. On the dives you\u2019ll have the opportunity to swim through submerged boats, trucks, cars and planes and through shoals of fish. By the end of it, you could have dived up to 20 metres.<\/p>\n
Buy Freediving Course for \u00a3375 at Into The Blue<\/strong><\/a><\/p>
Bubblemaker Kids Scuba Experience<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"Scuba$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Get your little ones accustomed to their sea legs with this kids scuba experience. Available at four locations across the country, you and your children can enjoy up to two hours training with a professional PADI instructor in both a pool and open water.<\/p>\n
Buy Bubblemaker Kids Scuba Experience for \u00a349 at Buy a Gift<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Bear Grylls Adventure<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"bear$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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At the Birmingham NEC you\u2019ll find the frights and thrills of the Bear Grylls adventure. This snorkel and scuba experience includes diving in a tropical tank, heading on a snorkelling adventure, and getting up close to Cownose Rays and Blacktip Reef Sharks. Plus, you can also try your hand at axe throwing, shooting, and a Royal Marines inspired assault course.<\/p>\n
Buy Bear Grylls Adventure from \u00a349 at Into the Blue<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
These other experiences are sure to make a splash! Check out the best UK family days out<\/a> and our guide to what is the Merlin Pass<\/a>? Plus, we\u2019ve got the best flight experiences<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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