Skydiving

Tandem Skydive at Newcastle Beach

Aerial view of Newcastle coastline during tandem skydive, Australia.

Man and instructor jumping out of a plane during tandem skydiving in Newcastle, Australia

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An unforgettable skydive adventure above Newcastle, with incredible aerial views of Lake Macquarie and the port city.

Leap from 15,000 feet and enjoy 60 seconds of freefall, followed by a peaceful glide with panoramic views of Hunter Valley and the surrounding coastline.

Your tandem instructor will guide you safely through every step, from pre-jump briefing to landing, with all safety equipment provided.

Get a personalized certificate of achievement, accident insurance, and a 3-month Australian Parachute Federation membership as part of your jump.

Tandem skydive from 15,000 feet

60 seconds of freefall

Expert tandem instructor

Safety gear & briefing

Skydiving certificate

Personal accident insurance

3-month membership of the Australian Parachute Federation

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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Take the plunge from 15,000ft above Newcastle and Lake Macquarie for an adrenaline-pumping tandem skydive, with stunning coastal views and expert guidance throughout.

Getting started

Arrive at Newcastle’s Lake Macquarie Airport, check in, receive your safety briefing, and get suited up. After a final equipment check, your instructor will guide you to the aircraft for your experience.

What to expect

The climb: Begin your adventure with a 20-minute flight to 15,000 feet while enjoying views of Lake Macquarie and Newcastle's coastline.

The jump: Jump into a 60-second freefall, plunging at 200 km/h as the landscape races beneath you, all while securely fastened to your expert tandem instructor.

The descent: Once your parachute opens, float gently for 5–7 minutes and take in stunning views of Blacksmiths Beach and Hunter Valley as you descend back to the beach.

The touchdown: Finish your skydiving adventure with an unforgettable beach landing on Newcastle’s sandy shores.

What to bring

Carry your ID for a seamless experience.

Wear closed shoes like trainers or running shoes to protect your feet from bumps or brushes against the airplane or ground.

What’s not allowed

Use of electronic devices, including personal camera and video equipment is not permitted on the aircraft or at any time during the jump.

Dentures and other loose items are not allowed on this experience. It is recommended to keep them with the staff or leave them in your accommodation.

Guests are not allowed to consume alcohol or recreational drugs within 8 hours prior or scuba dive within 24 hours the scheduled skydive jump time.

This experience is restricted for guests aged 16 and over and under 115 kg. Those over 105 kg will need extra assessment for safety and harness fit by a drop zone officer or a tandem instructor.

Accessibility

This experience is not suitable for pregnant women and guests with epilepsy or cardiac issues.

Guests with a dislocated shoulder can join the experience but must inform staff so an alternate freefall position can be arranged.

Additional information

Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian on jump day to sign the paperwork.

Guests must complete an online check-in form including pre-registration with the Australian Parachute Federation (APF) before arriving at the drop zone.

While the weight limit is 115kg, extra charges will apply for guests over 94kg. Guests between 94 – 104kg = +AUD $55, 105 – 114kg = +AUD $80, and 115kg and over = +AUD $105.

You can add skydiving photos and videos to your package at an extra cost.

Guests with spectacles or contact lenses will be provided with big goggles.

Skydiving is a weather-dependent activity. Arrive with no time constraints. If the weather is unfavorable, your jump will be rescheduled to a date that best suits you.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

Redeem your tickets at Skydive Sydney - Newcastle.

Address: Lake Macquarie Airport, 864 Pacific Highway, Marks Point NSW 2280.

Get directions to the redemption point