About this tour
When Em from our team strapped in for NZONE's tandem skydive out of Queenstown, it was the kind of adrenaline hit that lives up to the hype. You're flown to altitude, given a safety briefing by your jumpmaster, then you're literally stepping out of a plane and free-falling at speeds that'll make your stomach flip. The whole experience runs about three and a half hours, and the drop zone views across Queenstown's mountains and lakes are genuinely spectacular — though honestly, you're too busy processing the freefall to take them in properly.
Highlights
- Tandem freefall reaches 200 kph — genuine adrenaline surge, not theatre
- Queenstown's alpine backdrop and lake views from altitude are stunning
- Safety briefing and gear check feel thorough, not rushed or dismissive
- Courtesy coach to the drop zone saves sorting your own transport
- Wheelchair accessible facilities and inclusive approach to passenger needs
- Full safety equipment provided — jumpmaster handles all technical bits
- Suitable for a wide fitness range, not just gym regulars
What to expect
You'll be picked up via courtesy coach and driven to the drop zone — plenty of time to let nerves build or settle depending on your wiring. Once there, the jumpmaster walks you through the safety briefing: how to position your body, what to expect when the door opens, how the parachute deployment feels. It's methodical and clear, which helps. Then you're suited up, harnessed to your tandem master, and into the aircraft. The climb to altitude takes a bit, giving you time to process what's about to happen. When that door opens, there's a moment of pure 'am I really doing this?' before you're tumbling out into the rush. Free-fall lasts several minutes at terminal velocity — it's disorienting in the best way. The parachute deployment is gentler than you'd expect, then you're gliding down with views unfolding beneath you.
What travellers say
- Authentic freefall experience with speeds that genuinely thrill
- Thorough safety briefing and gear check feel professional and reassuring
- Accessible facilities and inclusive approach for diverse needs
- Jumpmaster expertise lets you focus purely on the rush
- Courtesy transport to drop zone removes logistical hassle
- Medical questionnaire restrictions rule out some travellers upfront
- Photo and video package adds cost beyond base price
- Weather-dependent cancellations possible in Queenstown's changeable conditions
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is genuinely thrilling — if you've ever wondered what skydiving feels like, this delivers the real thing without years of training. The safety protocols are solid, and the jumpmaster does the heavy lifting so you just experience it. Queenstown's landscape from altitude is remarkable. It suits most fitness levels, and they're inclusive about accessibility.
You need to complete a medical questionnaire beforehand, and it's not suitable if you're pregnant, have spinal issues, or poor cardiovascular health — so check yourself against those restrictions early. Anyone over 95kg will be assessed on the day, which could theoretically delay or cancel your jump. The freefall photo and video pack costs extra and isn't included. You'll need to arrange your own hotel transport — the courtesy coach only goes to the drop zone. No food or drinks supplied, so eat before you go. Weather can force cancellations, and it's intense enough that you should be genuinely comfortable with heights and risk.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.