Highest Tandem Skydive In Africa
Exclusively available at Mossel Bay Airfield
Our 'No‑Surprises Jump Plan' is built for tourists with tight schedules. We set clear expectations and confirm key details 1–2 days prior to your jump to ensure you know what's realistic before you arrive, giving you all the thrill without the uncertainty, so you can book with confidence.
Our 'No‑Surprises Jump Plan' is built for tourists with tight schedules. We set clear expectations and confirm key details 1–2 days prior to your jump to ensure you know what's realistic before you arrive, giving you all the thrill without the uncertainty, so you can book with confidence.
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Choose your altitude preference
Payment to be made on arrival
What happens after I book?
1) We confirm 1–2 days before
We’ll contact you prior to your jump to confirm timing expectations, likely conditions, and what’s available – so you know what’s realistic before you arrive.
2) Arrive ready (what to bring)
Please bring:
- Your ID or passport
- Comfortable lace-up shoes and comfortable clothing
- A payment method for your skydive — payment is due on arrival, before your jump
3) If you need to reschedule
If your travel plans change, contact us as soon as possible and we’ll do our best to reschedule your booking, subject to availability. Please let us know as early as possible, especially if the change is close to your booked arrival time.
4) If weather changes the plan
Skydiving is weather dependent. If we’re unable to jump due to weather, safety, or operational constraints, we’ll work with you to reschedule for another suitable date or time.
* PLEASE BE AWARE: The 16,000ft and 14,000ft skydives are seasonal, available when conditions allow, and may require a minimum passenger threshold. Availability is confirmed 1–2 days prior. If we are unable to provide these skydives, you will be able to do the 10,000ft skydive year round, weather depending.
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Highly Trained, Certified Instructors
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State-of-the-Art Safety Equipment
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Detailed Pre-Jump Briefings
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Tandem skydiving in Mossel Bay is the kind of experience that stays with you for life
Not only do you get the exhilaration of freefall, you’ll also enjoy an unforgettable scenic flight with an eagle’s view of the Indian Ocean, the Outeniqua Mountains, and the Garden Route coastline – one of the most scenic places to do a tandem skydive in South Africa.
And because your trip time matters, we built the No‑Surprises Jump Plan: clear expectations, early confirmation, and transparent communication, ensuring the adventure feels epic, not uncertain.
Why jump with us
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Professional, safety-first team
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Breathtaking Garden Route views (ocean + mountains)
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Video and photo options available, including Gold Camera (subject to availability)
Book in 3 simple steps
1
Choose your altitude preference + date
2
Check availability for your travel window
3
Reserve your spot and check your email for a confirmation
Good to know
arrival time
Your booked time is an arrival time, not a guaranteed jump time
2.5 hours
Plan approximately 2.5 hours for the full experience (weather dependent)
1–2 days prior
We confirm key details 1–2 days prior to help you plan your trip
The No‑Surprises Jump Plan
Skydiving is weather dependent and schedules can shift. That’s normal.
What shouldn’t happen is arriving at the airfield and discovering key details you wish you’d known earlier – after you’ve already committed time and money.
That’s why we run the No‑Surprises Jump Plan:
- Confirmation SLA: We confirm important details 1–2 days before your booking
- Clear timing expectations: arrival time vs jump time, and what to expect on the day
- Option clarity: altitude and video options are explained upfront, with availability confirmed in advance where possible
First jump? Perfect!
Thanks to the nature of a tandem skydive, the formal training is kept simple and beginner-friendly. Your personal tandem instructor controls the freefall and the parachute descent. Your only job is to follow a few clear instructions and enjoy the moment.
By showing you what to expect in the aircraft, how to position your body during freefall, and what to expect when the parachute opens, most first-timers find their nerves settle quickly and the fun takes over.
And because your trip time matters, we built the No‑Surprises Jump Plan: clear expectations, early confirmation, and transparent communication, ensuring the adventure feels epic, not uncertain.
Choose your altitude preference
Budget Option
10,000ft
Tandem Jump
R4,050
Who is this jump for?
This altitude is perfect for first-timers who want the full thrill with the best value. You still get the scenic flight, a powerful freefall, and a smooth canopy ride—without overthinking the options. If this is your first tandem skydive, 10,000ft is a great place to start.
Click here for a quick eligibility check
- Age: 12+ (minors require legal guardian consent)
- Weight limits: max 100kg (men) / 90kg (women)
- Health: if you have a medical condition (or you’re unsure), please check the FAQs and speak to your doctor before booking
- Safety: you must follow all instructor safety instructions at all times
Best Value
14,000ft
Tandem Jump
R5,300
Who is this jump for?
This altitude is perfect for people who know they’ll regret not going higher. Choose 14,000ft for the best value for money option for a longer freefall experience and a bigger "I actually did it" moment. Ideal for confident first-timers and adrenaline lovers.
Click here for a quick eligibility check
- Age: 12+ (minors require legal guardian consent)
- Weight limits: max 100kg (men) / 90kg (women)
- Health: if you have a medical condition (or you’re unsure), please check the FAQs and speak to your doctor before booking
- Safety: you must follow all instructor safety instructions at all times
Premium Option
16,000ft
Tandem Jump
R7,600
Who is this jump for?
This altitude is perfect for people who want the biggest "life highlight" jump. Choose 16,000ft if you're chasing maximum altitude and maximum freefall, without sacrificing the calm, guided tandem experience. It’s ideal for confident first-timers and adrenaline lovers who want the top option.
Click here for a quick eligibility check
- Age: 12+ (minors require legal guardian consent)
- Weight limits: max 100kg (men) / 90kg (women)
- Health: if you have a medical condition (or you’re unsure), please check the FAQs and speak to your doctor before booking
- Safety: you must follow all instructor safety instructions at all times
Prices displayed are for 1 adult.
Click here to read our Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy:
- Please be aware that skydiving involves many elements, including weather, aircraft scheduling, and staff availability, all of which must align to ensure a safe jump. If Skydive Mossel Bay cancels the skydive due to weather or any other reason, a full refund will be issued. We will do our best to contact you as soon as possible before the scheduled jump if we think the skydive might be cancelled.
- Skydive Mossel Bay does not charge a cancellation fee. If you are unable to attend your scheduled jump, a full refund will be issued regardless of when you cancel.
- As this is a courtesy extended to our guests, we kindly request that you notify us by phone or message at least 2 hours before your scheduled jump time if you are unable to attend, and preferably the evening before. This allows us to offer your time slot to another guest.
Refund Policy:
- In the event of any cancellation prior to the scheduled jump, please refer to the cancellation policy above.
- Once you have arrived at Skydive Mossel Bay, and after the briefing with the instructor, if you decide BEFORE boarding the plane, that you don’t want to skydive anymore, a full refund will be issued. Once you have boarded the plane and it has taken off, if you decide that you do not want to jump at any point during the flight, you and the instructor will remain inside the plane and land with the plane but there will be no refund issued whatsoever.
- In the case of a camera failure and there is no video or photos available of the skydive, you will not be eligible for a refund of the skydive nor a re-jump. However, we will review the circumstances and may consider a refund of the value of the video & photo package at R1,050 if purchased prior to the jump.
* PLEASE BE AWARE: The 16,000ft and 14,000ft skydives are seasonal, available when conditions allow, and may require a minimum passenger threshold. Availability is confirmed 1–2 days prior. If we are unable to provide these skydives, you will be able to do the 10,000ft skydive year round, weather depending.
Make it unforgettable
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Standard recording (instructor camera)
Yes, your tandem instructor can record the full experience with a camera system designed to capture: boarding, the flight up, freefall, the parachute ride, and landing – plus short, fun interview moments with music.
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Gold Camera (outside perspective)**
An additional skydiver captures footage from another angle for a different perspective.
** (Subject to availability; confirmed 1–2 days prior.)
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Extreme Ride (optional)
Spins and a roller-coaster style parachute flight. High speed experience.
What to expect on the day
- Arrive at Mossel Bay Airfield, Aalwyndal & check in (please arrive 15 minutes before your booked arrival time)
- Registration and payment
- Briefing + gear-up with the team
- Scenic flight over Mossel Bay and the Garden Route
- Freefall (and yes, screaming is allowed)
- Parachute ride + landing
- You’ll receive your footage on a link via email