Byron Bay Skydive — 15,000ft Tandem

Trip highlights

• 15,000ft tandem with a qualified jumpmaster
• ~60 seconds of freefall at 220 km/h
• 5-7 minute scenic canopy descent
• Land on the beach (conditions permitting)

Itinerary at a glance

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   Day 1 · Jump day

   Check-in at Tyagarah Airfield, training brief, kit up, board the plane (~15 min flight), jump, glide, land. Total experience 3-4 hours — plan for a full half-day.

Common questions about this trip

• How scared should I be?

  Less than you think. The 5-second 'oh no' at the door turns into 60 seconds of euphoria the moment you're in freefall. Your instructor's strapped to your back doing 100% of the technical bits — you just enjoy the ride. 95% of first-time jumpers want to go again immediately.

• What's the weight limit?

  Up to 94kg standard — no surcharge. 95-104.9kg: $50 surcharge. 105kg+: $75 surcharge + on-site assessment. 110kg+: assessment required, may not be cleared. Honest reason — it's a parachute thing, not a fitness thing.

• Photos or no photos?

  Honestly? Pay for the photos. $150-200 on top of $419 feels steep, but you'll regret not having them. Most operators offer a 'jumping selfie cam' (cheaper) or instructor-cam package (more expensive, better angles).

• What if it's cancelled for weather?

  Free reschedule to the next available date. If you can't reschedule (flying home, etc.), full refund. Wind and cloud cover are the usual culprits — Byron's weather is generally good but not guaranteed.

• Can I jump if I'm hungover?

  Skydive Australia won't let you jump if they smell alcohol on you. Genuinely. Don't make a $419 mistake — get an early night the night before.

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