Airlie Beach Tandem Skydive





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Transfers available
Pickup available
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Leap from a plane above the Whitsundays coastline, taking in broad ocean and island views as you skydive back down toward Airlie Beach.
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Get picked up from Airlie Beach accommodation, ride to the drop zone for a safety briefing, then gear up and follow your crew to the plane.
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Jump harnessed to a tandem instructor with safety gear included, plus accident insurance, APF member benefits, and a personalised skydive certificate.
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Feel the rush of exit and freefall before your parachute opens, giving you time to take in Airlie Beach and Whitsundays views during your descent.
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Choose between 8,000, 8,500 or 15,000 ft jump options, from a first-time friendly 10–20 second freefall to a highest jump of up to 60 seconds.
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Upgrade your adventure with a 20-minute plane ride over the Whitsundays, plus Handicam photo or photo and video packages of your jump.
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Tandem skydive over Airlie Beach
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Professional tandem instructor
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Full safety briefing and gear
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Personal accident insurance (Australian Parachute Federation)
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Personalised skydive certificate
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Round-trip transfers between local Airlie Beach accommodation and the drop zone
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3-month membership of the Australian Parachute Federation
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Escort to the jump zone
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Tandem skydive from 8,000, 8,500 or 15,000 ft [as per option selected]
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Highest jump, up to 60-second freefall [as per option selected]
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First-time jump, 10–20-second freefall [as per option selected]
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20-minute plane ride over the Whitsundays [as per option selected]
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Handicam photos [as per option selected]
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Handicam photos and video [as per option selected]
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- Additional photos and video footage (available for purchase separately)
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Skydive over Airlie Beach with a professional tandem instructor, full safety gear, and round-trip transfers from your local accommodation.
Getting started
Begin by making your way from your local Airlie Beach accommodation, where free round-trip transfers take you to the drop zone. On arrival, you check in with your mobile ticket and valid photo ID, then complete registration. You are escorted to the jump zone area to meet your professional tandem instructor and get ready for your full safety briefing and gear setup.
What to expect
Skydive Airlie Beach drop zone
This is your base for the entire experience, from gearing up to landing back on solid ground. Plan to allow 3–4 hours here from check-in to the end of your jump, as timings can shift with weather conditions.
Features
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Your experience starts with a full safety briefing where your professional tandem instructor explains the jump sequence, body position, and landing procedure, then fits you with all required gear. Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes are recommended, and sandals, high heels, or boots with hooks are not permitted.
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Tandem skydive options include jumps from 8,000 ft, 8,500 ft, or 15,000 ft, as per the option selected at booking. The 15,000 ft option offers the highest jump with up to 60 seconds of freefall, while the 8,000 ft first-time option provides about 10–20 seconds of freefall to ease you into the experience.
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Depending on your chosen option, you may enjoy a 20-minute plane ride over the Whitsundays before exit, giving you aerial views of the Airlie Beach coastline and islands as you climb to altitude.
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Every skydive is completed in tandem with a professional tandem instructor and includes personal accident insurance through the Australian Parachute Federation, along with a 3-month membership of the Australian Parachute Federation.
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Your booking includes an escort to the jump zone, full safety briefing and gear, a tandem skydive over Airlie Beach, and round-trip transfers between your local Airlie Beach accommodation and the drop zone. You also receive a personalised skydive certificate at the end of your jump.
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Upgrade choices at booking cover specific height and media options: highest jump with up to 60-second freefall, first-time jump with 10–20-second freefall, 20-minute plane ride over the Whitsundays, Handicam photos, or Handicam photos and video, all as per the option selected.
Wrapping up
After landing back at the drop zone and collecting your personalised skydive certificate, you can review and, if you wish, purchase any additional photos and video footage that are not already included in your chosen Handicam option. Once you are ready, your free return transfer takes you back to your local Airlie Beach accommodation.
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What to bring
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Mobile ticket and ID: Bring your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID for check-in.
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Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing suitable for active movement during the jump.
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Footwear: Wear secure, closed-toe shoes that will not slip off in freefall.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and you must be able to lift your legs for landing.
What’s not allowed
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Unsuitable footwear: Sandals, high heels, and boots with hooks are not permitted for the skydive.
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Intoxication: You must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol on the day of your jump.
Additional information
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Age requirement: You must be at least 16 years old, and guests under 18 need parental consent.
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Weight notes: Guests weighing 94kg–110kg will be assessed onsite, and surcharges may apply.
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Time at drop zone: Allow 3–4 hours at the drop zone from check-in to landing due to weather and scheduling.
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Arrival time: Arrive at the drop zone 15 minutes before your scheduled start time to avoid delays.
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Weather dependency: Weather conditions may affect your scheduled jump time and overall experience.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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