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Highlights

  • Experience an adrenaline rush as you freefall over 200km/h from your chosen altitude, guided by a professional jumpmaster.
  • Safety is paramount; enjoy a thorough briefing before embarking on your scenic flight and exhilarating fall to ensure confidence throughout the experience.
  • Glide gracefully above Wanaka's stunning landscapes, including Mt. Cook, Mt. Aspiring, the Southern Alps, and up to 6 lakes, then smoothly descend under the canopy.
  • Select from thrilling altitudes: freefall for 25 seconds at 9,000ft, a 45-second drop at 12,000ft, or an intense minute-long plunge at 15,000ft.
  • Did you know? The parachute concept used in skydiving was originally conceived by Leonardo da Vinci in the 15th century.

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Sky's the limit

Prepare for an exhilarating tandem skydiving adventure in Wanaka’s stunning landscape filled with lakes and mountains. Your journey begins with a crucial safety briefing before boarding a plane that ascends to your selected altitude. At this height, you'll experience the thrill of freefalling up to 60 seconds at speeds reaching 200 km/h, depending on how high you go. While adrenaline surges through you, take in stunning views of Mt. Cook, Mt. Aspiring, the Southern Alps, six lakes, and the Clutha River.

Glide to Earth's embrace

After freefalling, your instructor releases your parachute for a smooth descent. This is an opportunity to catch your breath and enjoy the scenery as you gently glide toward landing. Raise your legs in anticipation as the ground nears until you touch down safely on earth. Choose from three ticket options that vary by thrill level and duration of freefall: 9,000ft offers a brief 25-second experience; for more excitement, opt for either the 12,000ft or 15,000ft skydives with longer falls lasting 45 and 60 seconds respectively.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 9,000ft/12,000ft/15,000ft tandem skydive with a tandem master (as per option selected)
  • 10-15 minute flight to altitude
  • Freefall for 25/45/60 seconds (as per option selected)
  • A brief flight under canopy
  • Safety briefing
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Ensure you meet the height requirement of at least 1.2m (3.94ft), weight limit under 30kg (66.14lb), and are over 6 years old to participate.
  • Wear closed shoes for safety, as open footwear is not permitted during the skydive.
  • Avoid bringing personal cameras or GoPro devices on board due to safety and insurance policies.
  • The experience includes a complete safety briefing before your flight and freefall, ensuring you're well-prepared.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • This experience offers pick-up from the check-in point. In case the participants do not wish to opt for pick-up they can reach the meeting point mentioned below.

Check-in point

  • Show your ticket at Wānaka isite Visitor Information Centre.

  • Address: 103 Ardmore Street, Wānaka 9305, New Zealand.

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Meeting point (If opted for self-drive)

  • Meet your instructor at Skydive Wanaka.

  • Address: Mustang Lane, Wānaka 9382, New Zealand.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Bring along your closed shoes to make sure your footwear won't fall off.

Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the height of 1.2m (3.94ft), under the weight of 30kg (66.14lb), and under the age of 6 years. Keep your camera tucked away – personal cameras and GoPro’s are prohibited from onboard the aircraft for safety and insurance reasons.

Guests need to be in a reasonable physical condition to skydive although a physical disability may not necessarily be a barrier to skydiving. Guests will need to complete a medical statement before the skydive.

Dress snug in warm layers in winter; Queenstown is known to have a chilly twist in the weather. All children and guests weighing over 95kg are subject to Tandem Master assessment at the drop zone. Children aged 12 years and under are permitted to skydive from a maximum height of 9,000ft. Guests under the age of 18 years require written parental or guardian consent. A surcharge of NZD50 will apply if a passenger weighs 95-104.9kg, payable onsite. A surcharge of NZD75 will apply if a passenger weighs 105-115kgs, payable onsite.

Security checks are mandatory and cannot be skipped as they ensure the safety of all participants during the skydive.

You must bring closed shoes for this activity, ensuring your footwear stays secure throughout the experience.

Personal cameras and GoPro’s are not permitted on board due to safety and insurance reasons; you'll need to leave them behind.

The package includes a tandem skydive from your chosen altitude, a flight to that height lasting 10-15 minutes, freefall for up to 60 seconds depending on altitude, and a brief canopy glide.

This experience is restricted to guests who are over the height of 1.2m (3.94ft), above the weight of 30kg (66.14lb), and older than 6 years.

A complete safety briefing is conducted to ensure you are confident before your flight to altitude and thrilling freefall experience begins.

Yes, you can select from three altitudes: 9,000ft with a 25-second drop, 12,000ft for a 45-second fall, or the maximum thrill of 15,000ft with up to one minute of freefall.

Participants need to be in reasonable physical condition as part of the safety requirements for skydiving at Wanaka.

Personal expenses are not included and will need to be covered separately, such as transportation or meals.

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