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13,000ft Tandem Skydive at Parakai, West of Auckland

A 15 minute climb to 13,000ft, then 45 seconds of freefall at 200 km/h.

A tandem skydive from 13,000ft at Parakai, west of Auckland: a 15 minute scenic flight, up to 45 seconds of freefall at around 200 km/h and a parachute ride to the ground. Allow three hours.

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Overview

This is a 13,000ft tandem jump over Auckland's west, 45 minutes from the city, and the reason it beats the inner-city options is the view: both the east and west coast beaches, Waiheke Island, Great Barrier Island and, on a clear day, Mt Ruapehu far to the south. You are strapped to an instructor, so your only jobs are to hold on and keep your eyes open.

You arrive at the base in Parakai, get weighed on commercial scales (clothing and shoes count), sit through the safety briefing and gear up. The aircraft is a 17-seat PAC750XL, so a whole hostel dorm can go up together. The climb to 13,000ft is a 15 minute scenic flight over coastline and bush, then up to 45 seconds of freefall at around 200 km/h before your instructor opens the parachute for the glide down. A hand-cam package films the plane ride, exit, freefall and canopy; the top package adds an outside camera flyer. Footage lands in a cloud gallery within minutes of landing.

Allow three hours from your booking time; it often takes less. Weight range is 30 kg to 100 kg, there is no age limit, and under 18s need parental consent. Wear comfortable weather-appropriate clothes and lace-up sneakers. Spectators get a viewing deck with seating and free parking. It runs year round, and the crew will reschedule you at no cost if the weather turns.

Why you'll love it

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    13,000ft tandem skydive, 45 minutes from Auckland

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    Up to 45 seconds of freefall at 200 km/h

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    15 minute scenic flight to altitude

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    Both coasts, Waiheke and Great Barrier Island

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    17-seat PAC750XL suits groups

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    No age limit, 30 kg to 100 kg

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    Hand-cam footage ready minutes after landing

Itinerary at a glance

1 Arrival · Check in at Parakai

Arrive at the base at your booking time. You are weighed on commercial scales, sign the paperwork, and lock your valuables in a free locker.

1 Briefing · Safety briefing and gear up

A pre-flight safety briefing and basic instruction, then you are fitted with a jumpsuit, harness and goggles and matched with your instructor.

1 In the air · 15 minute scenic flight to 13,000ft

The 17-seat aircraft climbs over the Kaipara coast and bush with the east and west coast beaches, Waiheke and Great Barrier Island coming into view.

1 The jump · Freefall and canopy

Up to 45 seconds of freefall at around 200 km/h, then your instructor opens the parachute and you glide back to the landing area beside the viewing deck.

1 After landing · Collect your footage

If you bought a camera package, the edited video and photos appear in a cloud gallery within minutes, ready to post. Allow three hours in total.

What's included

✓ What's included

  • Tandem skydive from 13,000ft with a qualified instructor
  • Safety briefing and basic instruction
  • Jumpsuit, harness and goggles
  • 15 minute scenic flight to altitude
  • Free secure lockers for valuables
  • Free on-site parking and a spectator viewing deck

✕ Not included

  • ✕Video and photo packages (hand-cam or outside camera)
  • ✕Transport from Auckland city
  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Travel insurance

Common questions about this trip

  • Where do I check in and how early?
    The base is at West Auckland Airport in Parakai, about 45 minutes' drive north-west of Auckland city. Turn up at your booking time and allow three hours for the whole thing. Weather can change fast, so check your skydive status before you leave town.

  • Is there a weight or age limit?
    You need to be between 30 kg and 100 kg, weighed on arrival with clothes and shoes on. There is no age limit for the 13,000ft jump; anyone under 18 needs parental consent, and kids must be at least 30 kg for the harness to fit. Pregnant people cannot jump, and you must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you have a medical condition, check with your doctor first.

  • What should I wear and bring?
    Comfortable clothing suited to the weather and lace-up trainers or sneakers. No heels, sandals or thongs. All the jump gear is provided, including goggles, and you can wear glasses or contact lenses. You cannot take anything with you on the jump, including your own camera or GoPro, so use the free lockers.

  • What happens if the weather is bad?
    Skydiving is weather dependent and the crew makes the call on the day. If conditions are not suitable they will help you reschedule at no extra cost, and they refund if you are leaving Auckland and cannot come back.

  • What costs extra?
    Photos and video are not included. Every package is filmed on the instructor's hand-cam; the top package adds a separate camera flyer for outside shots of your exit and freefall. Food, drinks and insurance are also on you.

  • How do I get there without a car?
    Parakai is 45 minutes from Auckland city and the drop zone has free parking if you drive or carpool. Transport from the city is sometimes available depending on capacity, so ask us when you book and we will confirm what is on.

  • Can my friends come and watch?
    Yes. There is a viewing deck with plenty of seating where they can watch you land, and parking is free.

  • What's the cancellation policy?
    Cancellation terms for this trip are set by the operator and confirmed on your booking voucher. Refunds mirror the operator's policy, if they can refund, so can we. Wanderlust handles the refund for you, refunds mirror the operator's terms 1:1 (including if the operator cancels) and we chase it on your behalf. Message us for the exact day-by-day terms before you book.

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What travellers say

Reviews from real travellers

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"Just tandom jumped at 13 000 ft from an airplane and wow that is intense exhilarating and scary all at once! The free fall is unlike anything I have experienced before! No rollercoaster comes close! Will definitely do again!"
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Bonney S

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"We did the 13000 ft jump so next time we are going back to do the 18,000ft jump. Its and incredible rush and so amazing to see both the East & West coastline."
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Darlene Y

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"We had so much fun. Very professional, checked the gear several times until the last minute before diving. Let us feel secure and calm."
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Tess S

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