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Welcome to Mossel Bay – one of South Africa’s most beautiful towns. Located along the scenic Garden Route near Cape Town, Mossel Bay is known for its natural beauty, historical attractions, tourism, farming, and is home to the “Big Five” – the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo. Due to our diversity of things to do on the land, sea, and sky, Mossel Bay has earned the reputation for being the Adventure Capital of the World!

If you’ve Googled, “best place to skydive in South Africa” or “skydiving near Cape Town”, and have landed here, we think you’ve come to the right place. Humbly stated, we think we offer one of the best and most unique skydiving experiences in South Africa and in the world. Here are seven reasons why.

Standing in front of your closet with a blank expression? Don’t worry, dear reader. We’ve all been there! Know this: There is a best way to dress for a first-time tandem skydiving experience – it’ll make sure you’re comfortable, protected and free to move. Here’s how to choose wisely!

Tandem skydiving is the world’s most popular adventure for a long list of excellent reasons, but perhaps you want more. Luckily, there’s a world of human flight ready to open up its arms to you. And you can start right here – above the beautiful Garden Route in South Africa – with us!

Your first time skydiving is one heck of a challenge! Here, we’ll tackle some burning questions (including “How do you skydive for the first time?” and “Can you skydive by yourself the first time?” among others — but more on that later…) to help you navigate that challenge like a boss.

Can you breathe when skydiving? Yes, you can — and you will! If you’re worried about not being able to breathe while skydiving, you’re falling victim to a very old and very false misconception. You know the words, so sing it with us, now: 🎶Take my breath aaaawaaaaaaayyyy! 🎶

Naomi Kotzee is an absolute gem of a woman. She is, inarguably, the most recognizable person on the dropzone, with her sunny smile, her thunderous laugh and her indefatigably friendly, boisterous personality. There couldn’t be a more perfect person to have next to you to face the challenge of learning to skydive: not only is she a singularly experienced athlete, she’s an inveterate teacher and a truly kind, heartfelt human being. And you’re going to love her story!

Skydiving’s scary. There, we said it! You’re jumping out of an airplane; of course, you’re perfectly normal if you have a fear of skydiving.

You’re not alone, either. Skydivers of all shapes and sizes have to get over their fears – even the ones who’ve been jumping forever. Whether it’s in the run up to your jump day, once you arrive at the drop zone or that moment at the door when you’re looking out into freefall, nerves are part and parcel of the experience.

Have you already checked out our frequently asked questions about tandem skydiving? Awesome. Now you’re ready for the more interesting stuff! We’re stoked to prepare you for your first time skydiving with some next-level information to help you get ready for the most thrilling adventure of your life.

We are very excited to be a part of the Mossel Bay Sport & Recreation Festival this year from the 15th September to the 14th October 2018. This year it will be the 7th consecutive year that this festival takes place with over 40 different sport codes registered. For the first time, skydiving is part of the festival this year.