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Tandem Skydive over Lake Taupo - 16,500ft
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Tandem Skydive over Lake Taupo - 16,500ft

16,500ft: Feel On Top Of The World as you conquer Taupo's highest skydive at a whopping 16,500ft! Take the leap at the same altitude as Mount Everest Base Camp and experience the insanity of 70 seconds of free fall. On your parachute ride back down to earth, enjoy sweeping views of Lake Taupo and Mount Ruapehu.

From

NZ$529.00

Per Person

1 Hours

Live Availability with Instant Confirmation

Highlights

  • Experience Taupo's highest skydive at a whopping 16,500ft!

  • Freefall for up to 70 seconds

  • Free pick ups from Taupo

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Full Description

This experience begins with a 10-minute scenic flight to 16,500ft, where you’ll enjoy beautiful 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! You'll even get a glimpse of Mount Doom from The Lord of the Rings.

Once you’ve reached altitude, the doors will open and you’ll sit on the edge of the plane with your tandem master seated behind you. Take a deep breath...it’s time to jump! Plunging from the plane, experience the exhilaration of 70 seconds of free fall as you reach speeds of up to 200km/h. Feel ...

Includes

16,500ft tandem skydive

Free pick up within Taupo

Meeting Point

This experience departs from Taupo Tandem Skydiving, Anzac Memorial Drive, Taupo Airport, Taupo 3378, New Zealand. Please advise the provider at the time of booking if staying within the Taupo region to organise a pickup.

Additional Information

Please call us 30 minutes before your arrival or pick-up time so we can check the weather conditions.

Mobility and weight: Safety considerations apply. Anyone weighing over 100kg or with mobility issues should contact our office directly for further information.

This experience is weather-dependent. Skydives will not go ahead in strong winds, rain, or heavy cloud. In the event your skydive is cancelled due to the weather, the provider will endeavour to find the next best suitable time to suit you and your travel plans.

NZ public holidays will incur a 15% surcharge on skydives; video/photo packages will not be affected by the surcharge.

Photo and video packages available for an additional cost.

Please allow 2-3 hours for the duration of this experience

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 48 hours before activity starts.

Good weather is required for this experience. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

Terms
Please see the terms and conditions: https://taupotandemskydiving.com/terms-conditions/
Skydiving is an adventure sport and participation in such sports necessarily involves a risk of injury or death regardless of the standard of training, supervision and equipment employed. "By taking part in parachuting activities I voluntarily accept all the risks inherent in the sport and I agree for myself and my personal representatives to indemnify and hold harmless Taupo Tandem Skydiving against any claim or claims whether on my own account or from third parties arising out of any accident or incident resulting in any loss or damage (including bodily injury and death)."Mobility and weight: Anyone weighing over 100kg or with mobility issues should contact our office directly. Age restrictions apply for under 18years. The 16,500ft altitude has an age limit of 14 years and above.

From

NZ$529.00

Per Person

1 Hours

Live Availability with Instant Confirmation

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1227 Anzac Memorial Drive, Wharewaka, Taupō, New Zealand, 3378

16,500 ft Tandem Skydive

This experience begins with a 10-minute scenic flight to 16,500ft, where you’ll enjoy beautiful 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! You'll even get a glimpse of Mount Doom from The Lord of the Rings.
Duration: 1 Hours
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior skydiving experience for this tandem jump?

No prior skydiving experience is required.
 

What are the age limits for the 16,500 ft skydive?

The minimum age is 14 years old.

Is the 16,500 ft altitude safe for first-time skydivers?

Yes, it is considered safe for first-time jumpers. The experience offers about 70 seconds of free-fall, with a gentle parachute descent afterward. 

What should I wear for the skydive over Lake Taupo?

Wear comfortable, warm clothing and closed-toe shoes.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my jump?

If the weather isnt suitable, Taupo Tandem Skydiving may cancel or reschedule the jump.

Is there a minimum number of travelers required, and what happens if it isn’t met?

Yes, a minimum number of travelers is required. If the minimum isn’t met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date, an alternative experience, or a full refund.
 

Are photo and video packages available?

Yes, photo and video packages are available for an additional cost.
 

What should participants do if they weigh over 100 kg or have mobility issues?

Anyone weighing over 100 kg or with mobility issues should contact us directly for further information.
 

Should I contact you before my arrival or pick-up?

Yes, please call us 30 minutes before your arrival or pick-up time so we can check the weather conditions.
 

What is your cancellation policy?

We offer a full refund if cancelled up to 48 hours before the activity starts.
 

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