Tandem Skydive over Mt Cook - 13,000ft
Highlights & inclusions
1. Select date
August 2026
2. Select participants
What you can expect
Feel the adrenaline surge through your body on an extraordinary tandem skydive over Mt Cook at 13,000 ft with a personal photographer capturing your reaction in real time on film forever. This once in a lifetime experience is sure to leave everlasting memories and an unbeatable adrenaline rush that you’ll never forget.
Begin the experience by meeting your tandem master who will guide you through a safety training session in preparation for the skydive. Then, it’s time to jump on the plane for a beautiful scenic flight. At 13,000 ft, it’s time to take the ultimate leap of faith with your experienced tandem master. Enjoy up to 45 seconds of exhilarating free fall time followed by a 3-5 minute flight under the parachute canopy.
Admire the brilliant blue lakes and snow capped mountains as you float gently back to earth. To experience one of the best things to do in Mt Cook, embrace your fears and book a tandem skydive.
Location
What you need to know
- Please note that bookings from April 1st 2026, will incur a $20 surcharge payable on the day of your booking. Surcharges will be collected directly at check-in, at the base
- Up to 13,000ft tandem skydive
- 10 minute scenic flight
- Professional instructor
- This experience departs on the hour every hour from 8am to 5pm
- Not available on Christmas Day
- Please allow 2-3 hours for the duration of this experience
- This experience takes place over Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
- This experience departs from 2 Swallow Drive, Pukaki Airport, Twizel 7999
- Comfortable clothing for the season and shoes that won't fall off
- A jumpsuit, gloves and goggles are provided
- Children 18 years and under require a parent's or guardian's consent to jump
- Children under 12 years should be evaluated on an individual basis
- Maximum weight is 100kg. Please advise your weight at the time of booking
- Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions
- This is a weather dependant activity and must be reconfirmed on the day, prior to flying
- Maximum of 12 participants in the plane
- Spectators are welcome
- Make sure to capture your amazing jump on camera! - Add on a camera package by contacting the supplier directly after booking or organise on the day.
- Hand cam: inside camera - $229pp
- Personal photographer - $299pp
- Best of both worlds - $399pp
- Children 18 years and under require a parent's or guardian's consent to jump
- Children under 12 years should be evaluated on an individual basis
- Maximum weight is 100kg. Please advise your weight at the time of booking
- Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions
- More than 48 hours prior to SDT for Skydive - Nil
- 48 hours to 24 hours prior to SDT for Skydive - 50% of the Price
- Less than 24 hours prior to SDT for Skydive - 100% of the Price
- SDT - scheduled departure time
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
