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Launch from 15,000 feet above the Whitsunday Islands for a 60‑second freefall and a 5–7 minute canopy glide over world‑class reef and white sand. This tandem skydive out of Airlie Beach combines scenic flight time with professional instruction and return transfers.
Launch from 15,000 feet above the Whitsunday Islands for a 60‑second freefall and a 5–7 minute canopy glide over world‑class reef and white sand. This tandem skydive out of Airlie Beach combines scenic flight time with professional instruction and return transfers.
You step onto the small turboprop at Airlie Beach and the coastline peels away beneath you — a scatter of emerald islands, a ribbon of white sand, the ocean daring you to look down.
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Operated by Skydive Airlie Beach · Airlie Beach, Queensland
You step onto the small turboprop at Airlie Beach and the coastline peels away beneath you — a scatter of emerald islands, a ribbon of white sand, the ocean daring you to look down.
The Whitsundays sit where the Great Barrier Reef meets continental hinterland: granite and sandstone highs that became islands as sea level rose after the last ice age, fringed by coral gardens and the famous silica of Whitehaven Beach. The area has long been the traditional country of the Ngaro people; European charts arrived with Captain Cook, who named the group on a Whitsunday in 1770. Airlie Beach itself is a compact tourism hub with cafes, charter slips, and access to Conway National Park.
On a tandem skydive from up to 15,000 ft you’re strapped to a professional instructor, climb through a 20-minute scenic flight, then drop into freefall at roughly 220 km/h for up to 60 seconds before floating 5–7 minutes under canopy over reefs and beaches. Visibility and wind determine the landing; operators include transfers, training, insurance, and a commemorative certificate.
Practical notes: allow three hours total, bring ID, and wear enclosed running shoes and comfortable clothes. Not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with serious heart or spinal conditions, and weight limits/surcharges apply (operator limit ~110 kg, surcharge over ~94 kg). Weather can cancel jumps — book early in the day for the best windows. Use reef‑safe sunscreen and plan extra time to enjoy Airlie Beach and a short visit to Conway or the Hill Inlet lookout after your jump.
easy.
3 hours.
Suitable for people in general good health; no special fitness required but you must be able to fit the harness and follow instructor commands.
Operators typically allow up to about 110 kg (1100 kg reported as maximum on request) with a surcharge for those over ~94 kg; minimum age is 16, and minors under 18 need written parental/guardian consent.
Plan roughly three hours from pickup to return — the actual freefall is up to 60 seconds, with a 20‑minute scenic flight and a 5–7 minute canopy ride.
Jumps are cancelled for unsafe wind, low cloud, or storms; the operator offers refunds if cancelled more than 24 hours before or rebooking/options depending on availability.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers, or those with serious spinal or cardiovascular conditions; disclose medical issues when booking and follow the operator’s risk briefings.
The Whitsunday Islands were named by Captain James Cook in 1770; the area is traditional sea country for the Ngaro people with a long maritime history.
The islands sit beside the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park — use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral, and follow local marine park rules to reduce impact.
Skydive Airlie Beach operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto the small turboprop at Airlie Beach and the coastline peels away beneath you — a scatter of emerald islands, a ribbon of white sand, the ocean daring you to look down.
You step onto the small turboprop at Airlie Beach and the coastline peels away beneath you — a scatter of emerald islands, a ribbon of white sand, the ocean daring you to look down.
The Whitsundays sit where the Great Barrier Reef meets continental hinterland: granite and sandstone highs that became islands as sea level rose after the last ice age, fringed by coral gardens and the famous silica of Whitehaven Beach. The area has long been the traditional country of the Ngaro people; European charts arrived with Captain Cook, who named the group on a Whitsunday in 1770. Airlie Beach itself is a compact tourism hub with cafes, charter slips, and access to Conway National Park.
On a tandem skydive from up to 15,000 ft you’re strapped to a professional instructor, climb through a 20-minute scenic flight, then drop into freefall at roughly 220 km/h for up to 60 seconds before floating 5–7 minutes under canopy over reefs and beaches. Visibility and wind determine the landing; operators include transfers, training, insurance, and a commemorative certificate.
Practical notes: allow three hours total, bring ID, and wear enclosed running shoes and comfortable clothes. Not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with serious heart or spinal conditions, and weight limits/surcharges apply (operator limit ~110 kg, surcharge over ~94 kg). Weather can cancel jumps — book early in the day for the best windows. Use reef‑safe sunscreen and plan extra time to enjoy Airlie Beach and a short visit to Conway or the Hill Inlet lookout after your jump.