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Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving

5.0(457)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 457 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Tandem Skydiving (2002) Ltd
Freefalling above Lake Taupo

About this activity

Enjoy incredible views from coast to coast of the North Island of New Zealand. Jump from 12,000 with 40 seconds of freefall! Capture your skydive with our high quality camera options, all of which will be explained on your arrival. Friends and family are welcome to watch, with plenty of room at the drop zone for spectators. Make your skydive one to remember with Taupo Tandem Skydiving, New Zealand's original drop zone. Since 1992 we've jumped over 300,000 people!

What's included

  • ✓Free buff - headwear for you to wear during the skydive and keep afterwards
  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✓Professional guide
  • ✓All taxes, fees and handling charge
  • ✓12,000-ft (3,660-m) Skydive
  • ✓Use of harness, jumpsuit, and goggles

Not included

  • ✕Media packages - available to purchase onsite

Meeting and pickup

  • We are the bright yellow hangar at the Taupo Airport. There is plenty of free parking available onsite.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 220 lbs (100 kg) weight limit
  • Children must be able to fit in the harness
  • Operated by multi-lingual tandem masters

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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