Sports Activities on the Isle of Wight
If it's an outdoor activity holiday you're looking for, the Isle of Wight has an A-Z of activities, sports and outdoor adventures, some laid back, others that will set your heart racing. Any of the activities below can be organised for you by our partner First Contact.
First Contact have a great variety of activities on land, in the water and even in the air. Activities are based all around the Isle of Wight at some of its best venues. As part of any package they can take care off all your transport arrangements.
They also have a network of professional activity providers who they use, each of whom they know personally and who can ensure instruction and equipment of the highest standard. If any of the activities below take your fancy please Contact Us.
Clay Pigeon Shooting
On the Island we use a venue set in a 'Chine', which is a small valley with a stream leading to the sea. The venue has several stands to give you a shot at the clay from lots of different angles. Smaller, lighter guns are also available for ladies.The shoot normally lasts for two hours and you will have at least 25 shots.
4X4 Driving
This is adrenaline at 5mph!! Ever fancied getting your hands on a powerful 4x4 and using it as it was designed to be used? Two purpose built courses of varying difficulty test your skills behind the wheel.
Mountain Biking
Off road cycling is another great way to explore the Island and see parts you would not normally have access to.
Laser Combat
You are deep undercover and can hear the enemy approaching. With baited breath you line up your sight. Then, without warning, you jump out and fire. Fortunately, with laser guns all you do is de-activate your enemy's gun. But it is still pretty satisfying.
Horse Riding
By using some of the best Stables on the Island both the novice rider and the more experienced have the opportunity for a relaxing hack.
Golf (18 or 9 Holes at West Wight Golf Club)
Located in the South West of the Island with sensational views of the Solent and English Channel, this 18 hole course on natural open downland will provide a challenge to golfers of all abilities.
Wine Tasting
Wine tasting at one of our local vineyards and also enjoy a finger buffet to round it off. What about having the tasting on board a boat see global surveyor our 70ft yacht, ideal to hold a wine tasting, or at one of the sailing clubs on the Island.
Kitesurfing
We are now able to offer this exciting new, and exhilarating sport to you as part of a wider package, or as a one off 'taster'. Further progression is available, but at the moment, we are offering 1/2 and full day introductions to the sport.
Yacht Charter
Experience the thrill of sailing some of the most demanding waters in the world, and from Cowes an internationally recognised sailing venue or any other Island or Solent harbour with a private yacht charter.
RIB Charter
Rigid Inflatable Boats, or RIB's are fast boats with a rigid base and inflatable sides. Like a big dinghy with a massive 225hp engines on the back! The 4x4 of the sea. As used by the coastguard, Army etc.
Fishing
Sitting just a couple of miles off the South Coast, the Isle of Wight is perfectly placed for a spot of Sea Fishing in and around the Solent and the South of the Island.
Power Boat Charter
First Contact aim to provide you and your guests with an experience to remember and will assist you in creating a tailor made package to suit both your budget and specific needs. All of their skippers and crew are fully qualified through the Royal Yachting Association and have commercial endorsements. All of First Contacts boats are coded through the Marine Coastguard Agency and full safety equipment is carried on board.
Paragliding
Paragliding began in the mid 1980's, and is the purest form of free flight where you can get airborne in one day. A Paraglider is launched from a hill or cliff, and because it flies veryslowly is simple to control, safe to fly and one of the quickest forms of aviation to learn.
