Which jump height should I choose?

9,000 ft gives roughly 20–25 seconds of freefall and suits first-timers on a tighter budget. 12,000 ft extends freefall to around 45 seconds. 15,000 ft is the full experience — up to 60 seconds of freefall with the widest panoramic views of the Wakatipu basin.

What happens if the weather is bad on my jump day?

Skydiving is weather-dependent. NZONE may cancel or reschedule at short notice due to wind, cloud cover or other safety factors. If your jump is cancelled by the operator, you will not be charged for the session.

Is there a weight or height limit?

The minimum weight is 40 kg and minimum height is 1.2 m. Participants weighing 95 kg or more are assessed at the drop zone and may incur a weight surcharge of NZD 50–75 payable on site.

Can under-18s take part?

Yes, with conditions. Anyone under 18 must provide written consent from a parent or guardian, and all younger participants are subject to the instructor's assessment on the day. Children under 6 are not permitted.

Do I need any skydiving experience?

None at all. This is a tandem jump — you are harnessed to a fully certified instructor who manages the parachute and all technical decisions throughout the jump.

Can I get photos or video of my jump?

Photo and video packages are not listed as included in the base ticket price. Ask the team at the drop zone about add-on options when you check in.

Tandem Skydiving Experience Queenstown by NZONE

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Duration

3 hours 30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation 72hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Tandem jump with a qualified instructor

Pre-jump briefing and gear fitting at the drop zone

Drop zone access and skydiving history introduction

Not included

Photo and video packages (available to purchase on the day)

Transport to and from the drop zone

Weight surcharges for participants 95 kg or above (assessed on arrival, NZD 50–75 if applicable)

Know before you go

Minimum weight 40 kg, minimum height 1.2 m — both are firm requirements.

Participants weighing 95 kg or more are assessed on arrival; a surcharge of NZD 50–75 may apply.

Under-18s must bring written parental or guardian consent on the day.

Children under 6 cannot participate.

If you have any medical conditions — heart, back, neck or respiratory issues in particular — consult your doctor before booking.

The activity can be cancelled or modified at short notice for weather, safety or operational reasons beyond the operator's control.

Meeting point

NZONE Skydive Queenstown, Shotover Street, Queenstown, New Zealand

Head to the NZONE drop zone on Shotover Street. Present your booking confirmation at check-in. Arrive at the time shown on your ticket to allow for briefing and gear-up.

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What to bring

Booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
Government-issued photo ID
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes
Written parental or guardian consent if you are under 18

Tandem Skydiving Experience Queenstown by NZONE

Tandem Skydiving Experience Queenstown by NZONE

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