Flying Experience Days

Aerial Adventures, Hang Gliding, Skydives, Flying Days and Much More

If you're searching for an extraordinary gift that will soar above the rest, consider a flying experience gift. Whether it's a helicopter flying experience or an indoor skydiving thrill, these gifts offer a blend of freedom and exhilaration. For real adrenaline junkies, we have tandem skydives, paragliding lessons, hang gliding, and aerobatic flying experiences. If they prefer to sit back and relax, a scenic flight may be right up their street. Send them to Cloud 9 with the unique gift of flight!

For November, the latest Experience Days for Flying Experience Days include, Leicestershire 30 Minute Flight Simulation, Leicestershire 60 Minute Flight Simulation, and Leicestershire 90 Minute Flight Simulation.
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Off Peak Indoor Skydiving

  • Multiple Locations
  • Step into the flow of the wind tunnel for 2 x 60 second flights and experience the rush of freefall!...
  • From £ 50 For 1 Person
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    Fareham 90-Minute Ship Simulator Experience

      5 (1)
    • Fareham
  • Spend 90 minutes in the South Coast's largest ship simulator! 1 Captain and up to 5 Crew can discove...
  • From £ 100 For 1 Person
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    Yorkshire Two-Hour Flight Simulator Experience

    • Barnsley
  • Try this Boeing 737 flight simulator in South Yorkshire and discover what it's like to be a real air...
  • From £ 290 For 1 Person
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    Caernarfon One-Hour Gyrocopter Flight Experience

    • Caernarfon
  • Explore Snowdonia from the skies during this one-hour Gyrocopter Flight Experience. Dual Controls wi...
  • From £ 195 For 1 Person
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    Manchester 20 Minute 747 Flight Simulator

    • Manchester
  • Take the controls of a REAL converted 747 in this ultimate flight simulator experience. The perfect ...
  • From £ 65 For 1 Person
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    Manchester 45 Minute 747 Flight Simulator

      5 (3)
    • Manchester
  • Take hold of the throttle of a REAL Boing 747 in this ultimate flight simulator experience. The perf...
  • From £ 135 For 1 Person
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    Manchester 90 Minute 747 Flight Simulator

    • Manchester
  • Take control of a REAL converted Boeing 747 in this ultimate flight simulator experience. Perfect gi...
  • From £ 185 For 1 Person
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    Manchester 2hr 747 Flight Simulator

    • Manchester
  • Take the reigns of a REAL 747 in this ultimate flight simulator experience. Perfect gift for thrill ...
  • From £ 219 For 1 Person
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    Yorkshire 30 Minute Flight Simulator Experience

    • Barnsley
  • Experience the Thrill of Piloting a Jet Airliner: Yorkshire 30 Minute Flight Simulator Adventure
  • From £ 95 For 1 Person
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    Yorkshire 3 Hour Flight Simulator Experience

    • Barnsley
  • Experience the Thrill of Piloting a Jet Airliner with the Yorkshire 180 Minute Flight Simulator Expe...
  • From £ 405 For 1 Person
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    Yorkshire Fear of Flying Simulator Experience

    • Barnsley
  • Defeat Flight Anxiety with a Yorkshire Fear of Flying Simulator Experience
  • From £ 230 For 1 Person
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    Bear Grylls iFLY Experience With Challenge

    • Birmingham
  • Take a leap of faith and trust your instincts in this special offer Bear Grylls 60 minute Indoor Sky...
  • From £ 90 For 1 Person
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    The Bear Grylls iFLY Experience

      5 (1)
    • Birmingham
  • Take a leap of faith and trust your instincts in this special offer Bear Grylls 60 minute Indoor Sky...
  • From £ 65 For 1 Person
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    The Bear Grylls iFLY Experience For Two

    • Birmingham
  • Take a leap of faith and trust your instincts in this special offer Bear Grylls 60 minute Indoor Sky...
  • From £ 130 For 2 People
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    Bear Grylls iFLY Experience With Challenge For Two

    • Birmingham
  • Take a leap of faith and trust your instincts in this special offer Bear Grylls 60 minute Indoor Sky...
  • From £ 180 For 2 People
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    Most Popular Flying Experiences

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    Cardiff 20-Minute Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

      5 (39)
    • Cardiff
  • Explore the Cardiff and South Wales area from the air as you enjoy this unforgettable and thrilling ...
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    Cardiff 10-Minute Scenic Helicopter Pleasure Tour

      5 (14)
    • Cardiff
  • Enjoy a 10 minute pleasure flight over Cardiff, and take in landmarks such as Cardiff Bay, Cardiff C...
  • From £ 100 For 1 Person
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    Jurassic Coast 34-Mile Scenic Helicopter Tour

      5 (41)
    • Honiton
  • Enjoy a thrilling helicopter pleasure flight over South Devon's Jurassic Coast and admire the natura...
  • From £ 215 For 1 Person
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    Bournemouth 34-Mile Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

      5 (42)
    • Bournemouth
  • Explore one of the Britain's most beautiful and popular coastal resorts as you fly over the blue sea...
  • From £ 215 For 1 Person
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    Learn about Flying Experience Gifts

    UK Flying Experiences

    Our flying experiences make for perfect, unusual gifts for your more adventurous loved ones. We offer a superb and varied range of airborne adventures, whether your loved ones are confirmed daredevils, or prefer something a little more serene.

    For fans of extreme thrills and sky-high sports, we have some really great options. Choose a tandem skydive or even a full skydiving course from one of our multiple UK Skydiving locations. We also offer paragliding lessons and hang gliding experiences and for something less hands on, try a helicopter tour

    For those whose dream is to fly a plane or fly a helicopter, we offer flying lessons from many different flying schools throughout the UK. There a number of different aircraft in which they can enjoy a flying lesson – we have Cessna flying lessons, microlight flying lessons, gliding lessons, and truly vintage tiger moth flying lessons! If it is the thrill of the chopper and the feeling of vertical take-off that they want, choose a helicopter flying lesson, or a totally unique gyrocopter experience in Silverstone! 

    Of course, some people prefer to sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. For these people, we can recommend a helicopter tour or flying tour of their local area, so that they can view their home town from a totally new perspective! For the ultimate romantic gift, a champagne hot air balloon ride is as dreamy as it comes.

    No matter what kind of adventure they prefer, you can send them to Cloud 9 with one of our wonderful flying experiences.

    Flying Experience Days Reviews

    Natalie Harding
    • Aug 2010

    Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course
    Kornel Lambert
    • Jun 2011

    Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course
    Derren Parsons
    • Aug 2013
    Excellent, inspired me to take up the sport, if I lived closer I would undoubtably join this school, friendly professional informed instruction.

    Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course
    Jazmin Richards
    • Jul 2014
    Good experience but the parachute was damaged so i had to share with someone else so i only got one go and the other had 2-3

    Derbyshire Intro to Paragliding Course

    Questions About Flying Experiences

    How many flying experience days gift voucher options do you have?

    We have over 200 flying experience days. 

    Where is the best microlight flying lesson?

    All our microlight providers are qualified and highly experienced flight schools! The most popular locations for microlight flying lessons are Kent, East Yorkshire, and Swindon, but there are centres all over the country.

    Where can I go indoor wind tunnel skydiving?

    There are currently four locations for indoor skydiving, in Manchester, Birmingham, Milton Keynes and Basingstoke.

    Where can I learn to fly a helicopter?

    Some of the most popular locations for helicopter lessons are in Kent, Manchester and Glamorgan, but there are options all over the country to choose from. By using the search filters or the category map, you can find the perfect helicopter experience for you!

    Is indoor skydiving safe?

    Very! Instructors are in the wind tunnel with you at all times, and teach you hand signals prior to the experience to ensure you know how to indicate how you're feeling.

    Can I propose to my girlfriend on a hot air balloon?

    Of course! We'd advise booking a private experience for such a special moment, and to inform the flight company upon booking what your intentions are.

    Do helicopter tours have a minimum age restriction?

    Generally not, however there will be minimum height restrictions as booster seats are not allowed. Please remember children must have their own seat and cannot sit on the lap of an adult.

    Are there helicopter sightseeing tours over London?

    To find experiences in a specific location, click the Map icon at the top of the page to view all packages across the UK. Remember, the location will show where the helicopter takes off from, so the flight path may take you somewhere else.

    Should I book a helicopter or light aircraft flying lesson?

    Completely up to you! They're very different experiences, but both will teach you flying techniques, controls, and safety procedures. The views are breath-taking whatever you choose.

    Do I need a drivers' licence to fly a plane?

    No, participants do not require a drivers' licence to book flying lessons.

    Can I buy a gift voucher for light aircraft flying lessons?

    Yes of course, all our experiences are sold as gift vouchers valid for 12 months, so the recipient can choose a date at their convenience.