Skydive Airlie Beach
Tandem skydive is located at the Whitsunday Airport Shute Harbour, it is surrounded by Conway National Park and the well known Whitsunday Islands. The airport is only two minutes drive from Airlie Beach” data-wpil-keyword-link=”linked”>Airlie Beach, which means you don’t need a full day if you would like to go for a skydive. The courtesy bus will pick you up from your accommodation and will drop you back within one and a half to three hours.
The airport is very close to the ocean with Shute Harbour at one end and a sandy beach at the other, also known as Funnel Bay. As you take off from the airport the view of the Whitsunday Islands, Airlie Beach, Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef come into view immediately and they don’t disappear until you land back at the airport under your parachute.
With views so beautiful it is a bonus to have a video when you do a skydive. But if for any reason you don’t get a video, take your camera along and take advantage of the awesome and beautiful flight over the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef.
The crew make a big part of the experience of a skydive in Airlie Beach, most of them being current or ex-world and Australian champions, some of them having gold medals. They all have between 5000 and 12000 skydives and some have been part of the sport for more than 20 years.
Your skydive is personal with only two passengers per load and you have the option to jump from the base 8000 feet up to an extreme 14000 feet. The brilliant camera crew are always on hand if you want a video, DVD or photographs of your experience.
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Skydive Airlie Beach
Getting you to your chosen heights can take up to 30 minutes, so you get the bonus of amazing views on the way. On reaching your height; the door opens, cool air rushes in and Geronimooo! You’re freefalling at speeds up to 220 kilometres per hour from anywhere between 20 seconds to one minute depending on the height after your parachute opens at approximately 5000 feet, you peacefully glide back to earth at the drop zone.
As easy as that! Practically anyone can jump – as long as you’re over 14 years of age and weigh under 95 kilograms.
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Accommodation In Shute Harbour
When planning your visit to Shute Harbour, finding the perfect place to stay is essential to making the most of your trip. Located conveniently near Skydive Airlie Beach, you can find accommodation that provide comfort and easy access to all the exciting activities and attractions Shute Harbour has to offer.
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Shute Harbour is a treasure trove of unique experiences. From thrilling outdoor adventures to cultural and historical explorations, theres no shortage of exciting tours to enjoy in and around Shute Harbour. Whether you are seeking breathtaking natural landscapes, fascinating local stories, or a taste of the regions finest cuisine, theres a tour perfectly suited to your interests.
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