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Cairns Tandem Skydive up to 15,000ft

Enjoy a tandem skydive from up to 15,000ft with an exhilarating 60 second freefall over the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforest. Minimum age to skydive: 16 years old.
Cairns Tandem Skydive up to 15,000ft

Highlights

  • Cairns only skydiving experience in Cairns

  • Amazing views of Cairns

  • Skydive at up to 15,000ft

  • Assist in steering your own parachute

  • Reach speeds of over 200km/h

  • Freefall up to 60 seconds

Cairns is an idyllic location to skydive. Come along and join the experts on Cairns' only skydive experience. You don’t need any prior training to tandem skydive and with this exceptional team at the helm, you will be given clear training and instruction so that you feel at ease during an exhilarating skydiving adventure. This is the ultimate opportunity to experience the Great Barrier Reef and Tropical Rainforest from 15,000ft in Cairns!

Thrill seekers will leap from the plane at up to 15,000ft to enjoy 60 seconds of glorious free-falling! From the air, marvel at the scenic spectacle of the Great Barrier Reef before jumping at over 200kph! Never fear though as your trusty instructor will be with you at all times to provide encouragement and support as you step beyond your comfort zone and embrace the surge of adrenaline rushing over you on this unbelievable skydive.

Make the most of this stunning tropical region and embark on a life-changing tandem skydiving experience when you are next visiting Cairns! Included in your skydiving experience is a return transfer from your accommodation in Cairns and a skydiving certificate of your tandem skydive experience!

More info

Inclusions

  • Tandem skydive at 15,000ft over the beach
  • Safety briefing
  • All safety equipment
  • Personalised certificate of achievement
  • Personal Accident Insurance from the Australian Parachute Federation
  • Up to 60 seconds of free fall with spectacular views of Cairns
  • Daily local transfers from selected accommodation

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 photo and video packages are to be purchased directly with the activity provider on the day of the experience

Highlights

  • Australia's highest jump
  • Skydive to earth at speeds up to 220km per hour
  • Spectacular views of Cairns and the surrounding area
  • Assist in the steering of your own parachute
  • 5 star training facility
  • Cairns largest drop zone for safer landings
  • The only skydive where you can book, take off and land in Cairns

Time

  • Skydives operate daily at regular intervals from 5.30am. Allow approximately 4 hours for your total skydive experience. Upon completion of purchase, the activity provider MUST be contacted to confirm the exact skydive time and pick up time (complete local activity providers details are included on your tour confirmation voucher)

Location

  • If you are self driving, the drop zone check-in office is located at 11 Spence Street, Cairns

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
  • Free transfers are available from selected Cairns accommodation (bookings are essential)
  • There is no maximum age limit, however reasonable fitness is required
  • Surcharges apply to participants 94kg and over (see below for weight surcharges)
  • Maximum weight for this dropzone is 110kg
  • All jumps are subject to change due to weather conditions
  • PLEASE NOTE: All weight, photo and video extras are to be paid directly with the activity provider
  • Where possible, please notify the experience provider 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 110kg: $75 to pay on arrival
  • Maximum weight for this dropzone is 110kg

Booking Information

  • The activity provider MUST be contacted prior to travel to confirm exact skydive time and pick up if required
  • 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 day of the tour
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this experience
  • 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

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