Taupo Tandem Skydiving – NZ’s Top Rated Skydive
Experience an amazing adventure with Taupo Tandem Skydiving, New Zealand’s original skydiving company, located on the shores of the majestic Lake Taupo with a backdrop of the mountains of the Tongariro National Park.
Your Taupo Tandem Skydiving experience is packed full of adrenalin & excitement from the time you are picked up from your accommodation in our courtesy limousine to arriving at drop zone base to meet our professional crew who will brief you on everything you need to know. Once geared up with a jumpsuit and harness and you’ve been introduced to your tandem master …… you are ready to fly.
You are bound to be feeling a little nervous …
after all you are about to jump out of a perfectly good plane!
Its time to board the plane and once airborne you will be able to view the magnificent scenery of the Central Plateau and the Southern Hemisphere’s largest lake…this is just a taste of the view to come from the outside. Chose to jump from four different heights 9,000 ft, 12,000 ft, 15,000 ft oTaupo’s highest skydive …… 18,500 ft when the plane reaches your chosen height of altitude this is where the adrenaline kicks in with your heart in your throat ….. You jump ….. Exiting the plane you experience free falling at 200 kilometres per hour, the shoot opens and a you have a chance to catch your breath and take in the spectacular scenery of Lake Taupo and the snow capped volcanoes of the Tongariro National Park below you.
The great thing about tandem skydiving is there isn’t a thing to worry about, you are in the capable hands of your tandem master who will ensure your safety as you enjoy the ride back to earth.
Skydive 12,000 Feet
30 Seconds of Freefall
Price: $329 per person
Departs: Afternoon 16:20 only
Duration: Allow approx Three Hours
Your skydive begins with a scenic plane ride up to 9,000 ft. As you climb higher, you’re going to have a hard time comprehending the sheer size and beauty of Lake Taupo – the biggest lake in the Southern Hemisphere!
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, with each moment passing and bringing you closer to the big jump. As the anticipation starts building, your heart will start beating faster because of the excitement. Then the moment of truth arrives and you jump!
As you plunge from the plane into the fresh air, you’ll experience the best adrenaline rush of your life! Reaching speeds of up to 200km per hour, the thrill of freefall is something you’ll never forget.
After an insane 30 seconds of freefall – possibly the most intense 30 seconds of your life – you’ll then float back to earth with a relaxing parachute ride with your tandem master, arriving safely and soundly back at the drop zone. You’ll be buzzing long after your feet touch the ground.
Skydive 12,000 Feet
30 Seconds of Freefall
Price: $329 per person
Departs: Choose flight at time of booking 0810 or 1620
Duration: Allow approx Three Hours
Although skydiving is obviously the best part of this adventure, the plane ride up to 12,000 ft is nothing short of extraordinary. Going skydiving in Taupo is extra special, as you get incredible views of Lake Taupo, Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngauruhoe – also known as Mount Doom from Lord of the Rings!
After reaching the altitude, the plane doors will open. You’ll be getting ready for the big jump, with your tandem master right behind you. There is an indescribable thrill in the moments between the plane doors opening and you jumping off it. Your heart starts pounding so fast you can almost hear it. You will see how small yet beautiful the world looks from 12,000 ft. Then finally, you jump!
Free falling for almost 45 seconds, you’ll experience an adrenaline rush like never before. Flying through the NZ’s skies, reaching speeds up to 200 km/hr is going to be an experience that is going to be with you for the rest of your life.
After the free fall, the parachute comes out and you’ll begin floating back to earth, soaking in the pristine beauty of Lake Taupo. The parachute ride with your tandem master is going to be an adventure in itself.
Skydive 15,000 Feet
60 Seconds of Freefall
Price: $379 per person
Departs: Choose flight at time of booking 0810 or 1620
Duration: Allow approx Three Hours
Get ready for all the thrills with a skydive from 15,000 ft! Your skydive begins with a scenic plane ride where you’ll see incredible views of Lake Taupo, Mount Ruapehu and on a clear sunny day, you’ll be able to see from coast-to-coast of the Central North Island – all the way from Mount Maunganui to Taranaki!
As we climb higher, the anticipation will start growing with each passing moment. Then we’ll open the plane doors and you will see just how majestic NZ looks like from above. Your tandem master will be seated right behind you and when he gives the signal….it’s time to jump!
You’ll jump into the skies and experience the craziest 1 minute of your life! Free falling for almost 60 seconds with speeds reach up to 200 km/hr – experiencing pure adrenaline-induced thrill. It’s going to be one unforgettable jump.
When it’s time, you’ll begin your journey back to earth, parachuting and taking in astonishing views of Taupo. You’ll then arrive at the drop zone, safe and sound, with your mind still trying to comprehend that you just jumped from 15,000 ft!
Skydive 16,500 Feet
75 Seconds of Freefall
Price: $529 per person
Departs: Choose flight at time of booking 0810 or 1620
Duration: Allow approx Three Hours
This one’s not for the faint-hearted. Feel On Top Of The World with our EPIC 18,500 foot skydive!
If you want the ULTIMATE skydiving experience then this jump is for you! Our 18,500 ft skydive is the highest altitude in Taupo. From 16,500 ft (that’s nearly 20,000 ft above sea level!) you’ll get over 75 seconds of free fall. You’ll feel #OnTopOfTheWorld!
Your adventure will begin as soon as the plane takes off. Trust us, climbing up to 18,500 ft soaking in the magnificent views of Lake Taupo and Mount Ruapehu is an experience in itself. But it gets better – if the weather allows and the skies are clear, you’ll be able to see from coast-to-coast of the Central North Island – all the way from Mount Maunganui to Taranaki! You can even see views from Lord of The Rings!
After reaching the altitude, the moment of truth will just be a few seconds away. As the plane doors open, a realisation will kick in – you are 18,500 ft from the ground. But this isn’t the time to think; it’s time to jump!
You’ll free fall for 75 seconds, soaring through the clear blue NZ skies at speeds reaching up to 200 km per hour. This is when you’ll experience the ultimate adrenaline rush. The thrill of skydiving in Taupo is something you’ll never forget.
Your tandem master will deploy the parachute, and to contrast that adrenaline you will get a nice, relaxing experience back to the ground. During your parachute ride, you’ll get the most spectacular views of Lake Taupo before you make it to the drop zone.
