Skydiving in Taupo - Tandem skydive from up to 16500ft
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May 2026
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Fun time and scary stuff!
A priceless memory that no one can take away!!!
What you can expect
From the moment you step into the yellow stretch Hummer for your complimentary pick up from Taupo, until the moment your feet gently hit the ground after your jump, every minute of the original Taupo Tandem Skydiving experience is jam-packed full of excitement!
On arrival, the star treatment continues as the friendly, professional staff make you feel safe and relaxed before your tandem skydive.
Aboard the plane, you will be able to view the spectacular Central Plateau of New Zealand and Lake Taupo – a small, window framed taste of the view to come. When the plane reaches your chosen height (either 12,000ft, 15,000ft or 16,500ft), you and your tandem master will get into position at the open plane door. Your adrenaline really kicks in now and with your heart in your throat and your blood rushing through your ears, you jump…
If you felt like a star before, you will now feel like a falling star as you freefall at 200km per hour! If you are brave enough to keep your eyes open, you will have a full 360° view of both coasts of New Zealand, the sparkling Lake Taupo and the gorgeous Tongariro National Park below you. When the parachute opens, you can experience the dazzling view at a slower, calmer pace – a truly magical experience.
You will never forget the thrill and excitement of skydiving in Taupo, but you will want to relive it again and again (as well as share it with friends and family), so the skilled Taupo Tandem Skydiving team will capture the entire experience for you. From the ground to the plane ride, the freefall, canopy and landing – every minute of excitement will be documented for you.
Location
What you need to know
- Free return transfer from Taupo town centre
- Tandem skydive from 12,000ft, 15,000ft or 16,500ft
- Free buff
- Highly trained tandem masters
- Wide range of photos & video packages available for an additional cost
- Allow 3 hours round trip from Taupo
- Departs at 10:00am, 2:00pm, 3:00pm & 4:00pm
- Complimentary pick up from Taupo town centre
- If self driving, meet at the yellow Taupo Tandem Skydiving Hangar at Taupo Airport (10 minutes out of town)
- Operates daily all year
- What time is the best to do a Taupo skydive during the day? Taupo skydive is amazing at any time of the day. You can go in the morning for an early wake-up or in the afternoon for an adrenaline boost, depending on what works best for your schedule.
- Can a 71-year-old do a Taupo tandem skydive if they are in good health? There is no upper age limit for a Taupo tandem skydive. The oldest person to jump with Skydive Taupo was 95! As long as the individual is in good health, they can enjoy the experience.
- How long does a Taupo skydive take, and how much time should be set aside for the experience? The entire experience for a Taupo skydive takes about 3 hours in total, including briefing, the skydive itself, and the post-jump celebration.
- Is there flexibility in the weight restriction for a Taupo skydive if someone weighs over 100kg? For a Taupo skydive, it is possible for someone weighing 100-110kg to jump, but the final decision is made on the day based on weather conditions to ensure safety.
- Can groups skydive together at the same time in Taupo? Yes, for a Taupo skydive, depending on the size of the group, arrangements can be made for the skydive to be part of the same plane load.
- What happens if a Taupo skydive is cancelled due to weather and rescheduling is not possible? If a Taupo skydive is cancelled by the operator due to weather, a full refund will be provided.
- What is the maximum weight limit for a Taupo tandem skydive? The maximum weight for a Taupo tandem skydive is generally 100kg. Occasionally, this can be slightly increased in good weather conditions, depending on the pilot's call on the day.
- What is the minimum age for a Taupo skydive? There is no minimum age for a Taupo tandem skydive, but children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have a signed letter from them.
- Can personal GoPro cameras be used to film a Taupo skydive? Unfortunately, personal GoPro cameras are not permitted during a Taupo skydive. However, a photo and video package can be purchased on the day to capture your experience.
- No age restrictions (all skydivers under 18yo will be asked for a signed document from a parent)
- Complimentary transfers from Rotorua available on request for a minimum 4 pax, please advise upon booking
- No child rates available
- Max weight is 100kg, this can be increased slightly depending on weather conditions
- Gold Qualmark certified - Taupo Tandem Skydiving have met stringent quality standards & environmental criteria according to NZ Tourism’s official quality assurance organization
- Photos & video packages are available for purchase on the day
- Taupo Tandem Skydiving's drop zone is 10 minutes from Taupo township with free car parking on site
- As this is a weather dependent activity, we suggest booking your skydive for one of your first days in Taupo in case we need to reschedule your time/date
- Booking are subject to minimum numbers
- Surcharge applies on public holidays
Recent reviews
Fun time and scary stuff!
A priceless memory that no one can take away!!!
Excellent !! Loved it !!! The view is incredible ! Feeling of freedom and achievement !
Need help?
- Email us at plan@everythingnewzealand.com
- Product ID: 7926
- This experience is supplied by Taupo Skydiving