Pair a dawn tandem skydive over Palm Jumeirah with an evening buffet at Burj Al Arab’s Al Iwan. This one-day experience combines a 13,000-foot freefall and luxurious Arabic dining with transfers and professional instruction.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Dawn breaks over Dubai and the city exhales gold: glass towers catch first light while the Arabian Gulf pushes a cool, briny breath toward the shore. At Skydive Dubai, the morning lineup is pragmatic and electric — harness checks, instructor briefing, and a short climb into a small aircraft that will carry jumpers to about 13,000 feet. The wind has a voice here, urging the canopy and the jumper alike; the freefall is a raw, sixty-second conversation with speed at roughly 120 mph, then a quiet, panoramic glide down to the Palm Jumeirah landing zone.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate level of fitness—able to climb into small aircraft, follow safety instructions, and handle short bursts of high intensity during freefall.
Wildlife
History
Skydive Dubai grew into a global destination in the 2000s, capitalizing on Dubai’s appetite for record-setting tourism and engineered waterfront developments like Palm Jumeirah.
Conservation
Operators limit group sizes and emphasize brief, managed access to landing zones; visitors should avoid littering and respect local wildlife, particularly shorebirds and marine life.
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Meet ID and weight rules
Bring a valid government photo ID and check the operator’s weight/BMI limits before booking; not meeting them can cancel your jump with no refund.
Dress for both activities
Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable layers for the jump; pack smart-casual clothing for Al Iwan—avoid flip-flops and beachwear.
Expect weather delays
Skydiving is weather-dependent — high winds, low clouds or rain can delay or cancel jumps, so keep flexible plans for the rest of the day.
Hydrate and rest
Stay well-hydrated and avoid alcohol or scuba diving within 24 hours of your jump to meet safety requirements.
Closed-toe sneakers
Secure footwear for boarding the plane and safe exits/landings during the tandem jump.
Sunglasses with strap
Protects eyes from glare during transfers and while on the ground between activities.
summer
Lightweight layers
Mornings at altitude can be cool; layers let you adapt from early-morning air to midday heat.
winter
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important before and after the jump, especially in Dubai’s dry climate.