Fly through the air at over 200km/h while taking in the breathtaking views of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia, Lake Taupo. Taupo Tandem Skydiving are the best rated skydive company operating in New Zealand currently ranked number #1 on Tripadvisor. They have a tremendous 25 years experience in the industry owning and operating the original tandem dropzone in NZ. They have helped over 200,000 adventure seekers out of their planes!
Skydiving in Taupo is truly an unforgettable experience – you’ll see volcanoes, coast-to-coast views of the North Island and the incredible shores of Lake Taupo. Being one of highest heights to jump from in New Zealand you will feel like you’re on top of the world with Taupo Tandem Skydiving’s 15,000ft jump.
Safety is the highest priority for Taupo Tandem skydiving, with their highly trained and experienced tandem masters you will feel safe and ready to have the experience of a lifetime. Book this once in a lifetime Skydive with Happy Travels and let the wonderful crew at Taupo Tandem Skydiving do the rest.
Get picked up ( free within taupo and Roturua) by the Taupo Tandem Skydiving bus at your designated pick up location.
Check in at Taupo Tandem Skydiving.
Get suited up and meet your tandem instructor.
Your skydive begins with a scenic plane ride up to 15,000ft. You’ll begin to get incredible views of Lake Taupo, Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngauruhoe – also known as Mount Doom from Lord of the Rings.
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.
Get ready…it’s time to jump!
As you plunge from the plane into the fresh air, you’ll experience the best adrenaline rush of your life!
After an insane 60 seconds of freefall, you’ll then float back to earth with a relaxing parachute ride with your tandem master, arriving safe and soundly back at the drop zone.
Its now time to watch it back if you have any of the photo or video packages.
Your shuttle bus will then take you back to your accommodation.
Pick ups and drop offs available from accommodation in Taupo.
Departs daily with 10am, 2pm & 4pm jump times (subject to change).
Bookings online or by telephone is considered a firm booking and so a 24-hour cancellation notice is required. If the weather conditions are not suitable for skydiving then we will offer you alternative times and days. If these times don’t suit you then please let us know.
We ask that if you have to cancel or postpone your jump, please let us know 24 hours before you are due to jump with us. This enables us to find a more suitable time for you to jump with us, and also opens up the booking should anyone else like to jump at that time.
Should the weather be unsuitable for jumping on the day, we will attempt to find another suitable time to complete your skydive. If you have prepaid for your skydive and you are not able to jump due to weather cancellations made by our team, we will provide you with a full refund.
Going up to 15,000 ft is subject to operational requirements. Sometimes these are out of our control such as weather conditions. If the conditions aren’t suitable, we may not be able to reach such altitudes.
Vouchers are non-refundable and not redeemable for cash, but are transferable. Gift vouchers purchased directly through TTS will expire 12 months after purchase. Gift vouchers purchased via another site or booking agent will be subject to the terms and conditions attached to that purchase. Gift Vouchers are open-dated. Please phone 0800 826 336 or email [email protected] to book your skydive. Failure to show on your scheduled date and time will render your voucher invalid. Remember to present your voucher and valid ID on check-in as without it, you are unable to skydive. Please advise immediately if your gift vouchers has been stolen, as once the voucher has been presented no replacements will be available. Where the cost of your experience is greater than the value of your voucher, you will be required to pay the difference. Where the cost of your experience is less than the value of your voucher you will not be entitled to a cash refund (however you may use the remaining balance towards merchandise eg. photo packages).
Prices are in New Zealand Dollars and include 15% GST (Goods and Service Tax). We do not accept payment in any other currency. Your card issuer may apply charges for currency conversion. These charges are applied by your card issuer, we accept no responsibility for these. We reserve the right to change our prices at any time. We will not change the price of a Skydive or order you have already made without prior notification. This may only happen in the unlikely event that the price has been displayed incorrectly. In this instance, we reserve the right to withdraw your order and offer at the correct price. Any unlikely occurrence will be dealt with the company discretion. NZ public holidays will incur a 15% surcharge on skydives, video/photo packages will not be effected by the surcharge.
We accept many types of payment including Visa, Mastercard, AliPay and WeChatPay. To pay by Credit Card select the card type and fill in your card details; card number, expiry date and card holders full name. By giving us your Credit Card details you agree for us to take full payment from your credit card. Some credit cards may incur a 1.5% surcharge.
Shopping online is safe with us. Your credit card details do not get processed or transmitted through or via our website; all transactions are processed through a secure payment service provider. Your credit card details are not held by us and cannot be accessed by our staff. Credit card issuers usually cover their customers against fraud for online transactions. Check with your card issuer for details.
In the event that your video or photos malfunction, you will have the option to not purchase, and you will not be charged for it. However, should you choose to jump again then you must pay the full cost to repeat the tandem jump and for the recording.
Postponement
We do not accept liability for any costs or expenses incurred if we have to postpone your jump, where the reason for the postponement is beyond our control.
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).”
All bookings must be reconfirmed 48 hours in advance by contacting your tour provider directly using the contact information listed on your tour voucher.
You may either re-schedule directly with the supplier or you can email our support team on [email protected] and include your voucher number, name of product you booked, planned departure date and your contact details. Once you’ve emailed us, you can drop us a line at +61 2 5633 1149.
Yes, we do have open dated/flexible tickets available. Most tour vouchers are valid for 12 months from date of purchase, however please be aware that you may be subject to supplier price fluctuations. All ticket validity is specified on the tour voucher. If you are unsure of the validity of your voucher, just ask one of our wonderful staff.
If you need help with an existing booking please email us at [email protected], if your enquiry is urgent please follow up your email with a quick call on +61 2 5633 1149 so we can help you.
We endorse the recommendation of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade that all travellers take out travel insurance. If you already have travel insurance, please understand that it is your responsibility to ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all of the adventure style travel you have booked with us.
World Nomads travel insurance policies offer coverage for more than 150 activities. Get a quote, make a claim, or buy or extend your policy while on the road.
Absolutely, we understand that paying off a big trip in one go isn’t always that easy. We offer flexible payment plans to suit all types of travellers with zero interest or fee’s (minimum $100AUD deposit required).
Most tour vouchers will specify if your trip is BYO however we recommend asking your tour provider if your trip is BYO when you reconfirm your booking 48 hours prior to departure.
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