DESCRIPTION
Boasting easily one of the best skydiving views in the world, this Mission Beach Tandem Skydive will see you enjoy views of the beautiful Great Barrier Reef as you dive from heights of up to 15,000ft. This unforgettable experience offers some of the best scenery in the world, including 14 kilometres worth of lush rainforest, pristine beaches, vibrant blue water, the magical underwater world of the reef and an assortment of tropical islands – can you really ask for anything better?
Once at the skydiving centre, you’ll enjoy a personalised training and instruction session to help settle any concerns, before you’re suited up in all the gear ready for an adventure of a lifetime. Once the plane has reach the desired altitude, you and your qualified instructor will dive from the plane, beginning the most insane minute you’ll ever experience! Free falling for 60 seconds, and reaching speeds of up to 200km per hour, this is one adventure that is certain to make you feel alive. After your parachute has been pulled, you’ll slow to a more comfortable speed, leisurely making your way back to ground for the next 5 to 7 minutes. Whilst floating you’ll be able to take in the incredible beauty that is visible below, and even have the chance to steer your own parachute.
The skydive centre is located at 39 Porter Promenade, Mission Beach with transfers available from Cairns and Mission Beach accommodation if organised in advance.The perfect addition to any holiday itinerary, this Mission Beach Tandem Skydive is a MUST! Experience the exhilarating feeling for yourself. Purchase your dive below.
Inclusions
- Up to 15,000ft tandem skydive
- Personalised certificate of achievement
- All personalised training and instruction
- Transfers from selected Mission Beach hotels
- Personal Accident Insurance from the Australian Parachute Federation
- Australian Parachute Federation levy and three month membership
- Up to 60 seconds of free fall with spectacular views of Mission Beach
Extras
- Handicam Photos (approx. 100 photos): $129
- Handicam Video & Photos (2-3 minute video, 30 second highlights video, 40 second freefall video and approx. 100 photos): $179
- Dedicated Video & Photos (your own dedicated camera flyer jumping alongside you filming, 3 videos & approx. 100 photos): $269
- Ultimate Video & Photos (Combination of Handicam and Dedicated Video and Photo footage featuring 3 videos, approx. 100 photos and your choice of a Skydive Australia t-shirt): $339
- PLEASE NOTE: All weight, photo and video extras are to be paid directly with the activity provider on the day of your experience
Highlights
- Australia’s highest jump
- Skydive to earth at speeds up to 200km per hour
- Spectacular views of the Great Barrier Reef
- Assist in the steering of your own parachute
- 5 star training facility
- Transfers from selected accommodation
Time
- Skydives operate daily at regular intervals. Upon completion of purchase, the activity provider MUST be contacted to confirm the exact skydive time and hotel pick up time. Complete local activity providers details are included on your tour confirmation voucher
- Allow approximately 4 hours for your total skydive experience
Location
- If you are self driving, the drop zone check-in office is located at 39 Porter Promenade, Mission Beach
What To Bring
- Please bring your booking confirmation voucher
- Please leave all your valuable belongings at home
- Please bring your ID and credit card for payments
- Snacks and water bottle
Additional Information
- You must be 16 years of age or older to skydive
- There is no maximum age limit, however reasonable fitness is required
- Free transfers available from Mission Beach local accommodation (bookings essential)
- If you are over 110kg, you will be subject to tandem master assessment. Surcharges apply to participants 94kg and over (see below for weight surcharges)
- Maximum weight is 120kg
- All jumps are subject to change due to weather conditions
- Where possible, please notify the supplier prior to the jump date of any existing medical conditions or illness. Medical conditions which could affect the customer’s safety should be discussed with a doctor to ensure customers are fit to skydive. Please advise if you are taking prescription medication
Weight Surcharge
- 94kg – 104.9kg: $50 to pay on arrival (94kg and above requires an on site assessment to determine safety issues due to harness size restrictions)
- 105kg to 114.9kg: $75 to pay on arrival
- 115kg and above: $100 to pay on arrival
Booking Information
- It is highly recommended to reconfirm your skydive time and pick up time and location at least 48 hours prior to the date of the activity
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on the day of the activity. Vouchers presented on a mobile device are also accepted
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details are included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
