SuperYacht Tender Hovercraft

Hovercraft as a Tender for a SuperYacht

We have supplied a number of Hov Pod hovercraft to SuperYachts in the past. They make ideal toys for bigger boys, and are very popular with charter groups.

The Hov Pod is easy to fly, our designers have done away with unnecessary controls by setting optimum trim in the factory to suit the engine configured, so you soon get the hand of water to beach transitions, or 180 turns, 360 spins.

Cruising height is around 9 inches off the surface, so if you need to get ashore at low tide, just skim across the mud.

Shallow waters with submerged coral or rocks are no threat, as the Hov Pod has no parts submerged, so no chance of snagging the propeller.

Top speed around 45 mph, Hov Pods can be configured with 2 stroke or 4 stroke Turbo charged engine, and a number of optional extras to suit a wide range of applications.

Compared to a sports boat or Jet Ski, Hov Pods are extremely comfortable, so try air cushion independent suspension for the ultimate luxury in ride comfort.

SuperYacht customers and references

As seen on Yacht Spotter

Hov Pod on Xanadu

SuperYacht Times

SuperYacht Toys for bigger boys and girls

Every once in a while, SuperYacht owners meet to compare the size of their vessels, and brag about their interior design. This type of meeting is commonly referred to as "oneupmanship" When you have really made it and want to tell the world about your success, it is really irksome to hear some billionaire brag that his SuperYacht is ten metres longer than yours. But size isn't everything, it is not so important how big your's is, as what you do with it that counts. Guests are impressed with the creature comforts you have to offer and what toys you have to play with. Every self-respecting SuperYacht owner will have a nice tender or Jet Ski, so if you want to really impress the neighbours in the marina, you need to compete at every level, including entertainment. Personal leisure hovercraft are a little different from Jet Skis, and have practical benefits. At low tide, you can still get to shore without damaging your prop. Hovercraft offer a sensational ride, very comfortable air cushion comfort. And when you get to the waters edge, you can simply keep driving up the beach - all terrain capability to beat any other type of vehicle. For further details see: http://hovpodmondial-superyacht.blogspot.com/

Ultimate SuperYacht Tender

SuperYachts often have space aboard for a few toys to entertain guests, particularly those that are available for charter. Personal hovercraft are a little different to Jet Skis, and can prove very useful to reach secluded coves, or areas where shallow water, submerged rocks or coral may harm propellers. The Hov Pod hovercraft is a 3-seater craft manufactured from HDPE. Available with turbo charged 4 stroke engine, the Hov Pod can reach speeds up to 40 mph. For further information press contact us.

SuperYacht Hovercraft

SuperYacht owners and their guests can experience the unique sensation of zipping around on a cushion of air, over any flat surface at speeds of up to 45 mph.

Ideal for yacht charters, the Hovercraft can provide guests with a new experience of riding over sandy beaches, swampy ponds, or shallow coral reefs.

SuperYacht Hovercraft Tender

Hov Pod announces a new model to their range of personal leisure hovercraft, the Hov Pod SPX 120 Turbo, which utilises a 120 HP 4 stroke Weber engine.

This engine delivers a quieter yet improved performance and greater operating range per tank of fuel. Hov Pods allow access to beach or SuperYacht 24/7 - they traverse above small rocks and submerged coral and other obstacles in their path, and skim over tidal streams, mud, sandbars etc.

When the water runs out, just drive up the beach or slipway in style, these craft are true all-terrain vehicles. These craft are very popular with yacht charter customers wishing to do something a little different.

Hovercraft Tender for SuperYachts

Leisure hovercraft make a great addition to have on board a SuperYacht. Not only are they lots of fun to keep your guests happy, you can also get ashore when time and tide or shallow water make access difficult for conventional Rib and Sportboats.

With no propeller to get damaged, you can simply float on your cushion of air, so coral reefs are no challenge, you can reach the bits that other explorers fail to reach for the best diving experiences.

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