Wanaka Tandem Skydive - 15,000ft
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What you can expect
Take your adventure to the next level with the ultimate 15,000ft Skydive Wanaka experience. Altitude is everything in skydiving, and this epic tandem jump delivers an incredible 60-second freefall above New Zealand’s breathtaking Southern Alps.
After a scenic flight above Wanaka’s stunning landscapes, it’s time to leap from the aircraft and experience the adrenaline rush of freefalling at incredible speeds. Enjoy unmatched views across Mt Cook, Mt Aspiring, alpine lakes, glaciers and winding rivers before floating peacefully back to earth beneath the parachute.
Known as one of New Zealand’s most scenic skydiving locations, Skydive Wanaka combines jaw-dropping scenery with experienced instructors and exceptional safety standards for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Capture every moment with optional photos and videos so you can relive the adventure long after landing.
If you’re interested in different jump heights, check out our other Skydive Wanaka options.
Location
What you need to know
- Tandem skydive from 15,000ft
- Return transfers from Wanaka i-SITE (if required)
- All your equipment including tandem skydiving jumpsuit, helmet, goggles & gloves
- Allow 2-3 hours once you arrive at the drop zone
- Regular departures between 6:30am and 1:15pm, 7 days a week
- Self drive to the dropzone at Wanaka Airport or complimentary pick up from Wanaka i-SITE
- Operates daily all year (weather depending)
- Maximum weight is 115kg (253lbs). All persons over 95kg are subject to Tandem Master assessment at the drop zone
- Minimum age of 6 years. Passengers under 18 years require written parental/guardian consent
- The minimum weight is 30kgs/66lbs and minimum height is 1.2metres/47.2inches. All passengers must fit securely into the harness.
- Children 12 years and under will be permitted to skydive from a maximum height of 9,000ft. All children are subject to an assessment on the day by the Tandem Master
- Video & photo packages available for purchase at the drop zone on the day
- Please wear closed shoes. Jandals/flip flops or bare feet are not permitted
- Weather dependent
- You will be provided with tandem skydiving jumpsuit, helmet, goggles & gloves
- Wear warm clothing if jumping in winter
- Glasses or contact lenses are ok to wear
- Skydive Wanaka hold the best passenger safety record in New Zealand. We use the latest equipment & our instructors have thousands of skydives; we do NOT jump when the weather is bad
- We are a Qualmark endorsed visitor activity & associate members of the NZ Parachute Industry Association
- Cancellations and amendments up to 24 hours prior to departure will incur no fee.
- Cancellations within 24 hrs of departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
- Notice of a cancellation must be provided by email to Skydive Wanaka Reservations.
- Any amendment to the jump date or time is at the discretion of Skydive Wanaka and may incur fees.
Need help?
- Email us at plan@everythingnewzealand.com
- Product ID: 8636
- This experience is supplied by Wanaka Tandem Skydiving
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