WHERE TO JUMP · SKYDIVING
Nearly every tandem jump on earth is the same thirteen thousand feet and the same minute of freefall. What separates them is what is underneath, what it costs and how often the weather lets it go. These 15 are the ones worth building a trip around, priced and timed.
Skydive Auckland takes you from Parakai to a tandem jump from up to 18,000 feet, with views toward Auckland’s east and west coasts, Waiheke Island, Piha Beach, and beyond. You’ll freefall at more than 200 km/h for up to 75 seconds, attached to an instructor such as Owen. Hotel transport may be available.
“This was an incredible experience!!! Everything was top notch and the staff is excellent!! My teen daughter and I had the time of our lives!!”
Join Skydive Dubai LLC for a tandem jump over The Palm. After a safety briefing and a 20-minute flight to 13,000 feet, you will freefall for about 60 seconds with an instructor and camera flyer beside you. Your package includes edited photos and video. A one-hour yacht tour is included through September 30, 2025.
“The most amazing experience of my life I was a little nervous but the guys make u feel so safe so much fun definitely do it again”
Take a tandem freefall from 9,000, 12,000, or 15,000 feet above Queenstown, with a professional instructor beside you. NZONE provides gear, a safety briefing, and a courtesy coach from central Queenstown. Expect about 3.5 hours, dramatic views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables, and optional photo and video packages.
“OMG- best thing ever. Did this with my two teenagers. What a day! The team at NZone are fantastic. My instructor, Linsey, was the best- put me at ease from the get-go and explained everything as we went, as well as having quite the sense of humour 😄 He also took the time to explain more about the parachutes, packing techniques etc after the jump, with my kids and me. Chris and Ivan were also wonderful instructors for my kids. Thank you all- a memory with my children I’ll be forever be grateful to have 🙏”
Meet at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel for a private tandem skydive with an international instructor. After a short briefing, fly to 10,000 feet, enjoy about 30 seconds of free fall and 5 to 10 minutes beneath the parachute, then land on Kendwa’s white beach. Photos and video arrive shortly after landing.
“Incredible experience, really laid back and relaxed whilst you wait. I have jumped before elsewhere and have to say I loved the vibe of this place, tandem jumper very friendly and makes you feel really safe! The flight up was a fantastic way to see the scenery as is the way down. Beautiful views. Thank you to Carlos and the team for a great jump!”
Take a tandem skydive from up to 15,000 feet above Airlie Beach, with up to 60 seconds of freefall over the Whitsundays and surrounding reefs. Expect a four-hour outing, English instruction, scenic flight, parachute steering, certificate, and selected hotel or hostel transfers. Photo and video packages cost extra, and weight limits apply.
“Amazing skydive, but it’s just way to expensive for the videos”
Skydive above Queenstown with NZONE Skydive from 9,000, 12,000, or 15,000 feet. Your tandem master handles the safety work while you take in Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables, and the Wakatipu Basin. Expect return transfers, a 15-minute flight, up to 60 seconds of freefall, and a five-minute parachute ride.
“absolutely stunning! felt very safe with my instructor. she was amazing and the skydive itself was unreal. fantastic and absolutely worth it. I'm gonna do it again”
Join Gold Coast Skydive for a tandem jump from 10,000 to 12,000 feet, with about 45 seconds of freefall and a 4 to 5 minute parachute descent to Kirra Beach. Your instructor handles the equipment and flight procedures while you take in the coast. Guides include Adam, Germain, Rolly, Luke, Mike, and James.
“All my fears subsided when I met Adam who was my instructor & tandem partner. Can’t rate his expertise highly enough. Trust, relax & enjoy the flight…. Would do it again tomorrow”
At iFLY Basingstoke, you’ll learn body position from an instructor, then take two flights in a vertical wind tunnel. The session includes safety training, equipment, and a personal certificate. Arrive 45 minutes early. It suits ages 3 and up, subject to health and weight limits.
“It’s was really fun!!! The instructors are super nice and helpful I love doing this with my family!!! It’sa great thing to do with kids too”
At iFLY Manchester, you’ll learn basic body position, suit up, and take two flights inside a vertical wind tunnel. A certified instructor guides you throughout, and no previous experience is needed. Arrive 45 minutes early, expect about 90 minutes on site, and check the certificate and high-flight options before booking.
“for a 56 year old guy who puts on a few extra pounds each year, the sensation of flying was a "blast". Instructor was patient, helpful and looked like spiderman during his demonstration. Great experience.”
Join SKYONE for a four-hour tandem jump above the Whitsunday Islands. After a safety briefing and shuttle ride from Wisdom Cafe, you will freefall for up to 60 seconds, then steer beneath the parachute before landing on the beach. Experienced instructors such as Ben, Bayley, Phil, and Neal are praised for calm guidance.
“Skydiving was an absolutely unforgettable adrenaline rush! It felt crazy at first, but surprisingly enjoyable, not at all like a rollercoaster. I’d 100% do it again and can totally recommend it to anyone considering it. A big shoutout to my instructor Bayley. He was a true professional. His calm and supportive manner made a huge difference, especially for someone like me who has a fear of heights. Thank you for the amazing experience!”
Meet at Outdoor Höheweg Shop in Interlaken, then ride to Reichenbach for a tandem skydive from 4,000 meters. After a 15-minute scenic flight, you freefall for 45 seconds at about 200 km/h, followed by a 5 to 7 minute canopy ride. Instructors speak English and German, and names such as Andy, Tim, Abel, and Robert have earned warm praise for calm guidance.
“it was so fun and good People and they was so nice and wow maybe i will do again next year!!”
You’ll ride up to 12,000 feet above Taupo, then exit with a trained tandem master for about 40 seconds of freefall at up to 200 kph. After the parachute opens, enjoy views of Lake Taupo, Mount Ruapehu, Mount Ngauruhoe, and Tongariro National Park before landing back at the drop zone. Hotel pickup is included.
“I had an amazing skydiving experience with you today, June 19, 2025! The 12,000-ft jump, professional guides, and seamless hotel pick-up and drop-off were outstanding. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!”
At Alvor Airfield near Portimão, you’ll receive a short safety briefing, gear up with an expert tandem instructor, and make a 15,000-foot parachute jump. Expect up to a minute of freefall at about 135 mph, followed by a parachute descent and a souvenir certificate. Photos, video, and hotel transfers cost extra.
“Really fun, kind and pleasant staff. Made you feel welcome and safe. A little bit of hanging around but all went well.”
Take a tandem skydive from 12,000, 15,000, or 16,500 feet above Lake Taupo, with 45 to 70 seconds of free fall. Your English-speaking tandem master handles the technical work while you enjoy views of Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngauruhoe. Pickup, equipment, a buff headband, and a completion certificate are included.
“This was my first time and the experience was great! Instructors were professional, and the entire process from start to end was seamless.”
Meet your instructor at Skydive Tauranga in Mount Maunganui, complete a safety briefing, then board a scenic aircraft for sweeping views of the Bay of Plenty. After freefall at more than 200 kph, enjoy a parachute ride back to the airport. Video and photos cost extra, and the weight limit is 110 kg.
“It's a great experience. Must do activity. Very friendly team. Make me feel safe an supportive. Enjoy the dive”
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