Experience a 60‑second freefall over Palm Jumeirah or the Arabian dunes with Skydive Dubai. Read what to expect — from check‑in and safety rules to the best time of day — before you jump.
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The wind arrives first — a gust that lifts the hairs on your arm as the small aircraft taxis and climbs toward 13,000 feet. You watch Dubai shrink: the crescent of Palm Jumeirah carving into turquoise water, or the desert folding into orange ridgelines. Then the door opens and the world tilts; for roughly 60 seconds you fall, pinned to a world-class instructor, before the canopy blooms and a calm parachute ride lets the city or dunes roll past in slow motion.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
You should be in good general health with reasonable cardiovascular fitness and able to follow instructor cues; not suitable for those with serious heart or spinal conditions.
Wildlife
History
Palm Jumeirah, visible from the Palm Drop Zone, is a man‑made island developed in the early 2000s, creating a distinctive aerial landmark for urban skydives; the Desert Drop Zone showcases traditional dune landscapes.
Conservation
Operators follow strict safety and environmental rules; visitors should avoid littering landing areas and respect local wildlife and private properties near drop zones.
Reserve your spot on the Sky Dive Dubai Palm or Desert Zone with Transfer Options today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Plan for 3–4 hours
Your booking time is arrival time; expect 3–4 hours including check‑in, briefing, weighing and waiting for flyable conditions.
Know the weight & BMI limits
Skydive Dubai enforces strict weight/BMI limits — check them before booking and be prepared to be weighed at check‑in.
Hydrate and avoid alcohol
Drink water before you arrive and have no alcohol or drugs 24 hours prior; dehydration and substances increase risk and may cancel your jump.
Dress for harness comfort
Wear athletic clothes with sleeves and covered shorts or pants; remove jewelry and bring closed‑toe sneakers for the best fit and landing stability.
Passport / Photo ID
Required for check‑in and to match booking details.
Closed‑toe athletic shoes
Secure footing for boarding, exit and landing; no sandals.
Light athletic clothing
Comfortable, non‑restrictive layers that work under the harness and suit Dubai temperatures.
summer
High‑SPF sunscreen & lip balm
Protect exposed skin during ground waits and the canopy ride when sun is strong.
summer