INFLITE Abel Tasman offers personalized coaching and weekend camps for skydiving enthusiasts in Motueka, NZ. Join a passionate community ready to lift your aerial skills to new heights.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–4 hours depending on coaching and number of jumps
Fitness Level
Participants should have general aerobic fitness and flexibility to manage landing and in-air maneuvers.
Wildlife
History
Motueka has a rich history as a gateway for outdoor sports with skydiving emerging as a local highlight since the late 20th century.
Conservation
INFLITE Abel Tasman encourages minimal environmental impact by advocating for leave-no-trace practices and supporting local conservation initiatives.
INFLITE Abel Tasman
INFLITE Abel Tasman offers personalized coaching and weekend camps for skydiving enthusiasts in Motueka, NZ. Join a passionate community ready to lift your aerial skills to new heights.
INFLITE Abel Tasman is a skydiving operator based in Motueka, Tasman. The company offers tandem skydives from multiple altitudes — options include 10,000 ft, 13,000 ft, 16,500 ft and the 18,000 ft skydive, billed as the highest in New Zealand — plus sport jumps and coaching.
Flights begin with a scenic ascent that showcases the Abel Tasman coastline and surrounding landscapes, followed by tandem freefall guided by a professional tandem master and a canopy ride under parachute. Operating from Motueka, INFLITE Abel Tasman runs experienced-led tandem jumps suitable for a wide range of participants. The offering includes extended scenic flights for higher-altitude jumps (for example, a 20-minute scenic flight for the 16,500 ft option and a 15-minute scenic flight for the 13,000 ft option), measured freefall times, and several minutes under canopy.
INFLITE Abel Tasman also hosts sport jumps and weekend camps focused on coaching, advanced techniques and community building; these sessions include personalized instruction and social elements such as group barbecues. Safety is emphasised through professional tandem masters and guided experiences. Booking information, exact safety protocols, and availability are managed by the operator at its Motueka base. For visitors seeking skydiving in the Abel Tasman area, INFLITE Abel Tasman provides multiple altitude choices, experienced tandem masters, scenic flights and community sport-jumping options.
Trip specifics list freefall and flight times: 18,000 ft offers 90 seconds freefall; 16,500 ft includes 70 seconds freefall and 20-minute scenic flight; 13,000 ft provides 45 seconds freefall after 15-minute flight; 10,000 ft gives 30 seconds freefall. available.
Location
Motueka, Tasman
Base of operations for Abel Tasman jumps
Jump Altitudes
10k–18k ft
Options from 10,000 to 18,000 ft
Freefall Time
30–90 sec
Freefall ranges by altitude
Tours Offered
5
Tandem and sport-jumping options
Select altitude, secure a slot with qualified tandem masters in Motueka, and experience a coastal skydive tailored to skill level and appetite for adventure.
Book in advance for weekend camps
Specialized jumping camps fill quickly—reserve your spot early to secure coaching on advanced techniques.
Arrive hydrated and rested
Skydiving demands focus and stamina; staying hydrated and well-rested improves both safety and performance.
Wear layered clothing
Temperatures can vary dramatically from ground to 10,000 feet—dress in layers for comfort during your jump.
Listen carefully during coaching
Personalized instruction is key; absorbing tips and feedback boosts skill progression and jump safety.
Windbreaker jacket
Blocks cool winds during ascent and descent in transitional seasons.
spring
Sport boots
Provides ankle support and traction for ground landings.
Layered moisture-wicking base layers
Keeps skin dry and core temperature steady in cool air.
fall
Sunglasses with UV protection
Protects eyes from glare during plane rides and sunny landings.
summer