Activity gifts are continuing to grow in popularity this year as they are simply the ideal gift for that man or woman who appears to have everything. They are after all generally once in a life time activities that are almost impossible to forget. One of the most memorable is of course tank driving. Tanks are one of the only vehicles who are truly all terrain in the sense that they literally can drive over anything short of a building. If you are considering purchasing a tank driving experience for a friend, one of the most popular choices is Virgin tank driving. I will now illustrate a few important points about the service that they provide in order to facilitate you in getting the most out of your purchase.
How do Virgin Tank Driving Vouchers Work?
One of the first questions that people generally ask when it comes to activity based gifts is how the voucher system works. The idea behind vouchers is that they are simply a convenient means of giving somebody an experience based gift without having to reserve a specific date and time. You simply give the voucher to your friend and they can then select a time and date that suits them. They simply call up Virgin, make the reservation and show up at the track with the voucher in hand.
How much is Virgin Tank Driving?
The experience is not actually as expensive as you would imagine. For one hundred and eighty nine pounds, you can enjoy a three hour visit to one of three locations throughout the UK that are operated by Virgin. The visit includes full training on just how to control the tank and as part of a small group, participants take turns in controlling the tank as it winds its way through a highly varied and challenging obstacle course. The courses that Virgin tank driving experiences take place over are generally very well designed and perfectly suitable for beginners.
Is Virgin Tank Driving Safe?
Tank driving is probably safer than the trip to the track via car. The track that the tank will be driven over has been designed both with the power of the vehicle and the inexperience of the driver in mind. There are also various safety precautions and training given to all participants prior to them being given control of the vehicle. As well as this at all times an instructor will be on hand to answer any questions and concerns that anyone may have.
Who can participate in Virgin Tank Driving?
Though the exact requirements depend upon the choice of the three venues that Virgin offer the experience, participants generally need to meet the following.
- They must be at least fourteen years old and if they are under eighteen years old, parental consent is of course required.
- There is a minimum height requirement of five feet together with a maximum height requirement of six feet and four inches.
- Though all safety equipment is provided, it is recommended that sensible clothes be worn as the tracks can get very muddy.