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Newcastle up to 15,000ft Tandem Skydive Weekday with Transfer

Thrill all your senses and discover the magic of Newcastle and its beaches from above with a Tandem Skydive up to 15,000ft! Minimum age: 16 years old.
Newcastle up to 15,000ft Tandem Skydive Weekday with Transfer

Highlights

  • Skydive at up to 15,000ft

  • Freefall up to 60 seconds

  • Transfers from Sydney on Monday to Friday

  • Amazing city and beach views

  • Full instructions from qualified guide

  • Reach speeds over 200km/hr

Take on the thrill of a lifetime and discover the magic of Newcastle from above with a Tandem Skydive up to 15,000ft! The fun doesn't truly begin until you reach the dropzone. On the count of three, you'll be out of the plane door and free-falling for up to 60 seconds and reaching speeds of up to 200km/hr, all while attached to a qualified skydiving instructor. Once the intitial fall is over and your parachute has been deployed, you'll be able to relax and catch your breath as you leisurely float to views of the entire region for around 5 to 7 minutes. Offering up magnificent views of the Hunter Valley and Lake region, as well as unforgettable views of the amazing NSW coastline, this experience is truly one to tell the grandkids.

All personalised training and instruction is provided before your jump to help settle any fears you may have. The drop zone is located at Belmont Airport, Newcastle and is accessible by car, bus or train. Purchase a Newcastle Tandem Skydive today and enjoy an experience unlike anything you'll have done before.

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Note

  • SAVE $20 on Midweek 15,000ft Skydive
  • Valid for travel 1st May - 30th September
  • Available for skydives from Monday - Friday
  • This experience is also available on weekends

Inclusions

  • Up to 15,000ft tandem skydive
  • Personalised certificate of achievement
  • All personalised training and instruction
  • Personal Accident Insurance from the Australian Parachute Federation
  • Australian Parachute Federation levy and three month membership
  • Up to 60 seconds of free fall with spectacular views of Newcastle
  • Daily local transfers from selected accommodation

Extras

  • Handicam Photos (approx. 100 photos): $129
  • Handicam Video & Photos (2-3 minute video, 30 second highlights video, 40 second freefall video and approx. 100 photos): $179
  • Dedicated Video & Photos (your own dedicated camera flyer jumping alongside you filming, 3 videos & approx. 100 photos): $269
  • Ultimate Video & Photos (Combination of Handicam and Dedicated Video and Photo footage featuring 3 videos, approx. 100 photos and your choice of a Skydive Australia t-shirt): $339
  • PLEASE NOTE: All weight, photo and video extras are to be paid directly with the activity provider on the day of the experience

Highlights

  • Skydive to earth at speeds up to 200km per hour
  • Spectacular Newcastle city and beach views
  • Assist in the steering of your own parachute
  • 5 star training facility
  • Transfers from Sydney are available every Tuesday and Wednesday

Time

  • Skydives operate daily from 8am. Allow approximately 4 hours for your total skydive experience
  • Transfers from Sydney are available Sunday to Friday at 6.50am for a 7am pick up

Location

  • If you are self driving, please meet at the drop zone check-in office, located at Belmont Airport, 864 Pacific Hwy, Marks Point, approximately a 90 minute drive from Sydney and 30 minute drive from Newcastle
  • Transfers are available from Sydney CBD every Tuesday and Wednesday 6.50am for 7am departure. Transfers must be arranged direct with the supplier after booking. Pick up point is at the bus stop in front of 806 George St, Sydney. Please arrive at the requested time for the scheduled pickup time. Passengers will need to allow the entire day as all passengers on the transfer must jump before the bus returns. We will provide an estimated time of departure when confirming your booking.

Additional Information

  • You must be 16 years of age or older to skydive
  • There is no maximum age limit, however reasonable fitness is required
  • Where possible, please notify us prior to the jump date of any existing medical conditions or illness. Medical conditions which could affect the customerโ€™s safety should be discussed with a doctor to ensure customers are fit to skydive. Please advise if you are taking prescription medication
  • If you are over 110kg, you will be subject to tandem master assessment. Surcharges apply to participants 94kg and over (see below for weight surcharges)
  • Maximum weight 120kg
  • All jumps are subject to change due to weather conditions
  • 94kg - 104.9kg: $50 to pay on arrival (94kg and above requires an on site assessment to determine safety issues due to harness size restrictions)
  • 105kg to 114.9kg: $75 to pay on arrival
  • 115kg and above: $100 to pay on arrival

Booking Information

  • It is highly recommended to reconfirm your skydive time and pick up time and location at least 48 hours prior to the date of the activity
  • 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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