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Leap from 13,000ft, freefalling for an epic 45 seconds above one of the most stunning locations in the world!

Leap from 13,000ft, freefalling for an epic 45 seconds above one of the most stunning locations in the world!

Highlights

  • Experience 45 seconds of thrilling free-fall!
  • Soak up stunning views of Mount Cook and its surrounds from up above
  • Expert tandem skydiver will look after you each step of the way
  • A must-do activity to tick off the bucket list!

Pump your adrenaline and experience a thrill like no other as you jump from 13,000ft above one of the most spectacular locations in the world.

You'll feel completely confident and reassured as you are strapped to an expert tandem skydiver from Mount Cook Skydive, who will look after you every step of the way.

After a safety briefing and preparation, you'll board the plane for a scenic flight offering unobstructed views of this stunning location.

Once you reach 13,000ft, take a deep breath and jump! Experience an amazing 45 seconds of freefall offering the ultimate adrenaline rush, before the parachute opens giving you 3 - 5 minutes of gentle descent where you can appreciate the stunning Mount Cook landscape from up above.

Per Person $399.00 (16+ years. *** Please Note + $20 Iran War Fuel Surcharge to be paid at checkin ***)

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • 2 Swallow Drive Pukaki
  • Airport
  • Twizel 7999

Notes

  • ****** FUEL SURCHARGE + $20pp from April 1st 2026 *****

    Skydive Mt Cook Regrets to Announce thatfrom April 1st 2026 until further notice a + $20pp Surcharge will need to be collected at checkindue to rapid fuel price escalation as a result of the Iran War. The situation continues to be monitored, and as soon as fuel prices return to normal levels the surcharge will be removed by Skydive Mt Cook


    Please note: Parental or guardian consent is required for anyone under 18. There is a minimum age requirement of 16 years.

  • Travel Times:

    If you're traveling from Twizel, allow 10 minutes

    If you're traveling from Tekapo, allow 45 minutes

    If you're traveling from Queenstown or Wanaka allow 3 hours


    ****** FUEL SURCHARGE + $20pp from April 1st 2026 *****

    Skydive Mt Cook Regrets to Announce thatfrom April 1st 2026 until further notice a + $20pp Surcharge will need to be collected at checkindue to rapid fuel price escalation as a result of the Iran War. The situation continues to be monitored, and as soon as fuel prices return to normal levels the surcharge will be removed by Skydive Mt Cook

Available Bookings from2 Apr to 15 Apr 2026

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  • emergencyMost customers found the experience absolutely amazing, highlighting the stunning views and the thrill of freefalling (12 people said this).
  • emergencyThe instructors were frequently praised for their professionalism and friendly demeanor, making customers feel safe and comfortable (10 people said this).
  • emergencyMany reviewers mentioned the breathtaking scenery, particularly on clear days, with views of Mt. Cook and the surrounding alps (8 people said this).
  • emergencyCustomers enjoyed the overall fun and excitement of the jump, often describing it as a highlight of their trip (7 people said this).
  • emergencyThe tandem instructors were noted for their experience and ability to make the jump feel less intimidating (6 people said this).
  • emergencyA number of customers expressed a desire to do the jump again, indicating a high level of satisfaction with the experience (5 people said this).
  • star_shineBook on a clear day for the best views.
    Trust your instructor and enjoy the ride.

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zebm from New Zealand wrote on 01 April 2026

Best experience ever

I’m alive to leave a review so I recommend you should do it

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Riana Labuschagne from New Zealand wrote on 22 February 2026

Amazing

What a great experience the staff was friendly and helpful the feeling i got is i want to do it over and over again I would definitely recommend doing it and want to go back 😊

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adityan2 from United Arab Emirates wrote on 03 January 2026

Awesome experience!

I missed my dive slot due to my own mistake, but Skydive Mt Cook were very accommodating and managed to give me another slot. The whole experience was smooth and professional. The views are phenomenal. Definitely recommend!

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marcg2 from Germany wrote on 29 December 2025

Amazing Experience

Thank you very much for this very special experience. You took excellent care of us before take-off, during the flight and afterwards. You were all so experienced, confident, relaxed and attentive to our needs. It was a great pleasure to share this wonderful experience with you. The flight alone is incredible, and you get to see the dreamlike scenery of this wonderful part of New Zealand from above. An absolute highlight. Everything is explained well and you have a lot of fun during the experience. If you dare, you should definitely do it there. Thank you for your support and the experience.

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Roel Koppes from Netherlands wrote on 22 December 2025

Stunning!

It was a awesome experience. I tough it was much difficult than it was. The weatherconditions where amazing. What a day! Thanks!

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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Per Person 16+ years. *** Please Note + $20 Iran War Fuel Surcharge to be paid at checkin ***

*This option must be made together with another price type.
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