Above the Whitsundays: A 15,000‑Foot Tandem Skydive with a Beach Landing

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Above the Whitsundays: A 15,000‑Foot Tandem Skydive with a Beach Landing

A compact, 2–3 hour tandem skydive from 15,000 feet that pairs a >200 km/h freefall with a rare beach landing and sweeping Airlie Beach–Mackay coastal views.

Above the Whitsundays: A 15,000‑Foot Tandem Skydive with a Beach Landing.

Duration
2–3 hours
Location
Laguna Quays
Operator
Hyundai Travel - AUD
Category
Skydive
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Set over the Whitsundays, the 에얼리 비치 15,000피트 스카이다이빙 places you in a small aircraft bound for 15,000 feet, then sends you tumbling into a high‑velocity tandem freefall before a parachute‑assisted glide to a beach landing — a singular way to take in emerald water, reef and shoreline between Airlie Beach and Mackay.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE THRILL

Full‑throttle freefall from 15,000 feet

Jump from up to 15,000 feet and experience the rush of freefall at speeds exceeding 200 km/h before the canopy deploys and the descent becomes a controlled glide.

THE VIEW

Panoramic coastline from Airlie Beach to Mackay

The ascent and the parachute ride frame expansive coastal panoramas: coral lagoons, beaches and reef systems stretching from Airlie Beach toward Mackay.

THE LANDING

A rare beach landing in the Whitsundays

This is the only skydive in the Whitsunday region that includes a beach landing; all tandems are conducted with Australian Parachute Federation‑certified instructors and follow formal safety briefings.

What the day feels like

What it feels like

The flow is concise and focused: check in and complete a safety briefing, don tandem equipment, climb in a light aircraft for views of the Whitsundays as you rise toward 15,000 feet, then step into a freefall that quickly peaks above 200 km/h. After canopy deployment you’ll trade raw speed for a calm, panoramic descent, finishing with a controlled beach landing.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience fits — and who it does not.

1
Thrill seekersAn ideal, high‑adrenaline outing for experienced adrenaline seekers who meet the minimum participation requirements.
2
Adventurous first‑timersSuitable for first‑time tandem jumpers who meet the operator’s age requirements and want a guided experience with an instructor.
3
Families with older teensAppropriate for family groups that include teenagers aged 16 and over; participants younger than 16 cannot join.
4
Those with medical concernsAges 10 and older.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Expect to be fitted with tandem gear provided on site; wear comfortable clothing and secure footwear. A hand‑cam photo/video option is offered for an additional cost.

On‑site gear & briefing

All participants complete a safety briefing and are fitted with the necessary parachute and harness equipment prior to boarding.

Photos & video

An on‑jump handheld camera option (handcam) is available as an add‑on for those who want footage of the freefall and landing.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the whole experience take?

Plan for approximately 2–3 hours from check‑in through the beach landing and post‑jump wrap‑up.

What is the minimum age to skydive?

Participants must be at least 16 years old to take part in this skydive.

Is a beach landing included?

Yes — this skydive includes a planned beach landing, a feature unique in the Whitsunday region.

How fast is the freefall?

Freefall reaches speeds in excess of 200 km/h before the parachute deploys.

Are instructors certified?

All tandem jumps are conducted with Australian Parachute Federation (APF)‑certified professional instructors.

Can I get photos or video of my jump?

A hand‑cam photo/video option is available for an additional fee to capture the jump and landing.