Skydive New Zealand has become the only operator in New Zealand to offer the rare experience of tandem skydiving, from 10,000ft out of a helicopter to thrill-seeking customers visiting the most scenic, top skydiving locations on South Island.
Joining the few commercial operators worldwide to offer this uniquely exhilarating experience, Skydive New Zealand is excited to launch the new product at its iconic bases in Franz Josef and Pukaki, Skydive Franz Josef, and Skydive Mount Cook, with plans to expand in the future.
An established part of the industry-leading INLFITE Group, which has been successfully delivering extraordinary helicopter, fixed-wing, and skydive experiences across New Zealand since 2012, Skydive New Zealand is highly qualified to deliver a product of this caliber.
‘Our team have extensive experience in both helicopter operations and skydiving in New Zealand.’ says Skydive NZ’s Parachute Operations Manager, Henry Morgan.
‘We’re stoked to utilize our highly experienced teams and become the home of helicopter skydiving in NZ. All our staff are pumped to be involved and to be able to expand our portfolio to offer our customers such a unique type of jump at the best drop zones in the country.’
Holding knowledge of the specifics around every aspect of delivery – jumpers can feel confident boarding helicopters specially equipped for skydiving and find comfort and safety at every point of their experience in the hands of the high-altitude experts.
Outside of being one of the most epic and unique ways to experience a skydive for first-time jumpers and even seasoned pros, Helicopter skydiving has many added benefits over the more typical airplane option.
The speed of a helicopter means a short and smooth flight to an altitude where the machine comes to a near-hover before a launch with less air rushing past than the traditional plane exit.
‘It’s an unparalleled experience all round’ says Henry.
