About this tour
A tandem skydive from Cairns over Mission Beach, one of Australia's premier jump sites, with views across the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest and tropical islands. You'll jump with an experienced instructor, land on a coconut-lined beach, and return to Cairns by complimentary transfer the same day. The whole experience takes around 2 hours from start to finish.
Highlights
- Tandem jump with certified instructor over Great Barrier Reef and rainforest
- Beach landing on Mission Beach (weather permitting, no extra charge)
- Daily complimentary return transfers from Cairns
- Drop zone steps from cafés and bars for post-jump celebration
- Views of Dunk Island and World Heritage rainforest
- Suitable for first-time jumpers aged 16+
- Wheelchair accessible facilities at the dropzone
What to expect
You'll be picked up from Cairns in the morning and transferred to Mission Beach. On arrival, you'll complete a safety briefing and gear fitting with your tandem instructor. After boarding the aircraft, you'll climb to jump altitude while taking in views of the reef and rainforest. At the jump point, you and your instructor exit together, freefall for roughly a minute, then your parachute deploys for a controlled descent. You'll land on the beach, collect your gear, and be transferred back to Cairns.
The 2-hour timeframe covers the full experience from pickup to return. Actual freefall and descent lasts only a few minutes, but ground time for briefing, gearing up and photos extends the visit. Weather may affect jump timing or the beach landing option.
What travellers say
- Stunning views of Reef, rainforest and islands during jump
- Beach landing included at no extra cost, weather dependent
- Free return transfers from Cairns removes transport hassle
- Prime location near Mission Beach cafés for post-jump meals
- Accessible facilities and suitable for first-time jumpers
- Video and photo packages cost extra on top of ticket price
- Spinal injuries, pregnancy and cardiovascular issues disqualify you
- Weight surcharge applies for participants over 94 kg
- Beach landing not guaranteed if weather turns poor
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone seeking an adrenaline rush with reef and rainforest views, including first-time jumpers. You need to be aged 16+ (under 18 requires parental consent in writing) and generally fit, though not restricted by fitness level. Avoid this if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, or have poor cardiovascular health. Maximum weight is 110 kg; a surcharge applies over 94 kg. Wear comfortable clothes and enclosed running shoes. Video and photo packages are optional extras purchased on-site. Parachuting carries inherent risk — equipment failure or unintended incidents during flight or landing can cause injury. Transfers are complimentary; gratuities are not included.
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