South Island
Tandem Skydive Mount Cook – Start Your Adventure in Twizel
Welcome to Skydive Mount Cook – New Zealand’s Ultimate Skydiving Adventure
Prepare for the most breathtaking skydiving experience in New Zealand! Located near Twizel, at Pukaki Airport, our skydiving centre is surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the South Island, offering the perfect backdrop for your tandem skydive adventure.
Soar above snow-capped peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, and the rugged beauty of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. From the moment you leap, you’ll experience the thrill of freefalling from the best vantage point New Zealand has to offer—a truly unforgettable Kiwi adventure.
Your Tandem Skydive Journey
Your adventure begins with a comprehensive safety briefing and gearing up with your tandem master. After boarding our aircraft at Lake Pukaki, you’ll take a scenic flight to altitude, soaking in panoramic views of glacial rivers, alpine ranges, and the iconic Mount Cook. Then, the real thrill begins—a high-speed freefall before safely floating back to earth under your parachute.
Whether it’s your first jump or you’re a seasoned skydiver, our experienced team ensures a safe and exhilarating experience from start to finish. With views spanning Lake Pukaki, Lakes Tekapo and Ohau, and Mount Cook, this is tandem skydiving at its finest.
Plan Your Adventure Today
Early bookings are recommended, especially during the summer months, as this sought-after adventure fills up quickly. Don’t miss your chance to skydive in one of New Zealand’s most iconic locations—book your tandem skydive with Skydive Mount Cook today!
Spectacular Views of Aoraki/Mt Cook and Lakes Ohau, Pukaki & Tekapo
Mount Cook
Skydive 10,000 feet
Price: From $349 Per Person
Jump Height: 9,000 feet
Departs: from 8:00 am onwards
Freefall: Upto 30 Seconds freefall
Take the jump! On this 9,000ft dive, you enjoy a 10-minute scenic flight, up to 30 seconds of freefall, and 3-5 minutes under the parachute.
You are paired with a professional tandem master who looks after you every step of the way on this tandem skydiving adventure. We’ve had nearly 100,000 happy customers have the best day of their life with us. Come dive from the most beautiful drop zone in the world.
Mount Cook
Skydive 13,000 feet
Price: From $429 Per Person Two person $699
Jump Height: 13,000 feet
Departs: from 8:00 am onwards
Freefall: Upto 45 Seconds freefall
Jump from 13,000ft and enjoy an unforgettable skydiving experience. This jump includes a scenic flight, up to 45 seconds of freefall, and a few minutes under the parachute.
On this tandem skydive, you are paired with a professional tandem master who looks after you every step of the way. We’ve had nearly 100,000 happy customers have the best day of their lives. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime thrill.
Mount Cook
Skydive 16,500 feet
Price: From $529 Per Person – 2 persons $899
Jump Height: 15,000 feet
Departs: from 8:00 am onwards
Freefall: upto 60 Seconds freefall
Jump from 15,000ft and take in the unique views New Zealand has to offer. You enjoy a 20-minute scenic flight, up to 60 seconds of freefall, and then 5 minutes under the parachute.
In tandem skydiving, you are paired with a professional tandem master who looks after you every step of the way. We’ve had nearly 100,000 happy customers have the best day of their life with us. Now it’s your turn!
10,000 Ft. heli jump with instructor
Not curently operating this skydive
Price: From $799 Per Person (includes media pack)
Jump Height: 10,000 feet
Departs: from 9:00 am onwards. Please allow 3 hours from check in to complete the activity.
Freefall: Upto 30 Seconds freefall
Take the jump! On this 10,000ft Helicopter Skydive.
You will enjoy a 10-minute scenic flight, up to 30 seconds of free-fall, and 3-5 minutes under the parachute.
You are paired with a professional Tandem Master who will look after you every step of the way on this tandem skydiving adventure.
We’ve had nearly 100,000 happy customers have the best day of their life with us.
Come skydive from the most beautiful drop zone in the world.
About
The only company in NZ you can jump as a tandem out of a helicopter with!
Tandem skydiving is the fastest, easiest and safest way for an inexperienced skydiver to enjoy the thrill of jumping out of a Helicopter, free falling through the sky at 200kph/120mph and floating safely to the ground under a parachute.
The system includes a harness and parachute system for both the passenger and the instructor to share, so you can simply enjoy the thrill of the experience, knowing your instructor has everything under control.
Alpine Combo and Skydive Mt Cook - Combo
Price: From $688 Per Person
Jump Height: 10,000 feet
Departs: from 9:00 am
This world-exclusive tour will leave you speechless.
Helicopter, ski plane and freefall your way around the Southern Alps of New Zealand – the perfect combination of adrenaline and picturesque scenery.
Through four different modes of flying, you will experience dazzling alpine backdrops, landings on the Tasman Glacier, an up-close-and-personal look at Aoraki/Mt Cook, glacier and Lake Pukaki.
This is the best way to experience all that this area has to offer while getting an unforgettable adrenaline rush on this hair-raising adventure. Reserve your journey online.
Tick all of your bucket lists off with us, and see every aspect of this stunning area!
Highlights
- A 45-minute Helicopter and ski plane flight including landing/taking off on the Tasman Glacier – NZ’s longest glacier! Change over of aircraft on the glacier!
- Fly high in the skydive plane – strapped to your tandem master
- Skydive from 10,000ft, 13,000ft or 15,000ft on the same day or pick another day of your choice!
Includes glacier/snow landing.
