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Book your Whitsundays tandem skydive online here to experience breathtaking views soaring over the islands up to 15,000 ft with an incredible beach landing on Whitehaven Beach. Departing from Airlie Beach, check in at the office and gear up for the adventure of a lifetime. After meeting your tandem skydive instructor, you will take to the skies on a brief scenic flight before the moment of truth leaping from the plane at up to 15,000 ft. Experience an incomparable surge of adrenaline as you free fall for up to 60 seconds and fly back down to earth at 220 km per hour. As you descend, enjoy the panoramic views over the golden islands and sparkling waters in the Whitsundays. This incredible skydive experience includes a landing on Whitehaven Beach- voted regularly as the BEST beach in the world. Tick skydiving off the travel bucket list in style with amazing scenery and a landing on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Once you are back on land, all passengers will transfer back to Airlie Beach on a relaxing ocean cruise. Spaces are limited for this skydiving experience! Book your Whitsundays skydive online here.
Inclusions
* Up to 15,000ft tandem skydive * Whitehaven Beach landing * Handicam video and photos package * Transfers from your Airlie Beach accommodation (Bookings essential) * Return cruise to Airlie Beach or Hamilton Island * APF Levy * Personal Accident Insurance from the Australian Parachute Federation
Highlights
* Skydive to earth at speeds up to 220km per hour * Land on Whitehaven Beach - voted one of the best beaches in the world * Spectacular views of the Whitsunday Islands * Assist in the steering of your own parachute * 5 star training facility * Latest modern parachutes equipped with backup automatic parachute deployment computer * All personalised training and instruction
Time
* Skydives operate fortnightly at 2pm. Allow approximately 3 hours for your total skydive experience. Upon completion of purchase, the activity provider MUST be contacted to confirm the exact skydive time and pick up time (complete local activity providers details are included on your tour confirmation voucher)
Timetable
* Skydive's operate fortnightly on a Tuesday
Location
* If you are self driving, the drop zone check-in office is located at 1 Air Whitsunday Road, Flametree, 4802 (5 minute drive from Main Street)
Additional Information
* Please wear shoes that won't fly off * Minimum of 4 passengers are required for Skydive session to go ahead, maximum of 6 passengers per session * You must be 16yrs of age or older to skydive. There is no maximum age limit, however reasonable fitness is required * Weight Surcharge may incur; * 94kg - 104.9kg: $50 and 105kg - 114.9kg $75 to pay on arrival (94kg and above requires an on site assessment to determine safety issues due to harness size restrictions). * Maximum weight at this location is 110kgs
Booking Information
* The activity provider MUST be contacted prior to travel to confirm exact skydive time and pick up if required * Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking * Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on the day of the activity. Vouchers presented on a mobile device are also accepted * For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details are included on your tour voucher * Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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About Whitehaven Beach Skydiving
General Information about Whitehaven Beach Skydive
Book a tandem skydive in the Whitsundays for breathtaking views over the islands from 15,000 feet, landing on Whitehaven Beach, voted the best beach in the world. This experience includes up to 60 seconds of freefall and a relaxing cruise back to Airlie Beach.
Highlights of Whitehaven Beach Skydive
Skydive from up to 15,000 feet, experience the thrill of freefalling at up to 220 km/h with spectacular views of the Whitsunday Islands, and land on Whitehaven Beach, voted one of the world's best beaches. Includes 5-star training facilities.
Main Attractions or Activities of Whitehaven Beach Skydive
After check-in and meeting your tandem instructor, you'll ascend into the sky for beautiful scenic views before jumping from the plane at 15,000 feet. Experience the thrill of up to 60 seconds of freefall, then help steer your own parachute to land on Whitehaven Beach and return to Airlie Beach via an ocean cruise.
How to Get to Whitehaven Beach Skydive
Return transfers from Airlie Beach accommodation are available (advance booking required). If driving, the check-in and drop-off office is located at 1 Air Whitsunday Road, Flametree, 4802, just a 5-minute drive from the main road. After the skydive, all passengers will return to Airlie Beach by ocean cruise.
Location of Whitehaven Beach Skydive
The check-in and drop-off office is located at 1 Air Whitsunday Road, Flametree, 4802.
Opening Hours of Whitehaven Beach Skydive
Skydives operate bi-weekly on Tuesdays at 2:00 PM. Allow approximately 3 hours for your entire skydive experience. After completing your purchase, you must contact the activity provider to confirm your exact skydive and pick-up times.
Other Facilities/Inclusions for Whitehaven Beach Skydive
Inclusions are a tandem skydive up to 15,000 feet, Whitehaven Beach landing, video and photo packages (enquire for details), transfers from Airlie Beach accommodation (booking required), return ocean cruise to Airlie Beach or Hamilton Island, APF levies, personal accident insurance from the Australian Parachute Federation, and the latest parachutes with automatic reserve parachute computers.
Recommendations or Things to Note
Please wear secure footwear. A minimum of 4 and a maximum of 6 passengers are required per skydive session. Participants must be 16 years or older with no upper age limit, but must be in suitable physical condition. An additional weight surcharge may apply for those weighing 94 kg to 114.9 kg (max 110 kg), payable upon arrival. You must contact the activity provider before travel to confirm skydive time and pick-up if needed, and it is recommended to reconfirm your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of booking.