Product Overview

Start your day in style with a complimentary pick-up from your accommodation in a stretch Hummer. Head to the drop zone, a 10 minute drive from the town center. On arrival, let the experienced and friendly team look after you. Go through the safety briefing and the available video/photo options. Be kitted up with all the equipment you need for a safe experience. You even get a free buff headband to wear during the jump and have as a keepsake. 

Your skydive begins with a scenic plane ride up to 9,000ft, 12,000ft, 15,000ft or 18,500ft (depending on the option you choose). You’ll begin to get incredible views of Lake Taupo, Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngauruhoe – also known as Mount Doom from Lord of the Rings.

Once you’ve reached altitude, the doors will open, you’ll sit on the edge of the plane with your tandem master seated behind you. After exiting the plane you will free fall at speeds of 200 kilometres per-hour for 30, 45, 60 or 75 seconds. At 5,500 feet your tandem master will deploy the parachute and you can catch your breath while taking in the stunning views of the Lake Taupo area.

You will then float back to earth with a relaxing parachute ride with your tandem master, arriving safe and soundly back at the drop zone. Once back on the ground it’s time for a high five and a hug. Check out how nervous you look in your exclusive 'Exit Photo' before being dropped back to Taupo.

Product Description

• Hotel pick-up and drop off
• 9,000, 12,000, 15,000 or 18,500ft tandem skydive experience
• Safety briefing and equipment
• Experienced tandem master
• Complimentary buff headband
• Certificate of completion

 

Departure Times

See website for times and availability.

Duration

Please allow 2-3 hours, weather conditions can sometimes delay your intended skydive time.

What To Bring

• Closed-toe shoes
• Warm clothing during colder parts of the year

Company Info

Welcome to Taupo Tandem Skydiving, New Zealand’s original tandem drop zone.

Operating since 1992, we’ve skydived over 200,000 tandems. We have the best priced skydive in New Zealand and some of the most epic views. We’re the go-to skydiving operation in New Zealand, just ask TripAdvisor! We’re proud to say we are the #1 Outdoor Activity in Taupo and the Top Rated skydive in New Zealand.

Based at Great Lake Taupo, the largest lake in the Southern Hemisphere, the views are unbeatable. Cruise up to 18,500 feet and soak up the scenery that makes skydiving over Lake Taupo so unique. Snow capped-volcanoes, blue skies, and pristine waters are just some of the incredible views you will see.