Fun Jumpers & Experienced Skydivers – Information & Requirements
Whether you're a visiting fun jumper or a regular flyer, our dropzone offers safe, professional and well-organized skydiving operations. This page outlines everything licensed skydivers need to know before jumping at Diani Beach or Vipingo Ridge.
Licensed skydivers of all skill levels are welcome to skydive with us at Go Jump Kenya. Whether you are travelling through Kenya or jumping regularly along the coast, our team is ready to host your fun jumps in a professional and friendly environment.
Please read the information below carefully and contact our team if you have any questions before your arrival.
Info for Licensed Skydivers
What to Bring
- Valid photo ID
- A signed and up-to-date logbook
- Valid skydiving licenses and memberships from your federation (where applicable). All documents must be current upon arrival.
- Your rig will need to be inspected by our staff before you can manifest. The in-date reserve data card must be completed and available for inspection. Reserve repacks are also available at our dropzone.
- Please note: your reserve repack must be within 180 days from the date of repacking, or comply with the regulations of the country of origin. AADs are mandatory for all jumpers.
- If you plan to rent gear, please request this during check-in so we can confirm availability.
Currency (Recency) Requirements
For safety reasons, all jumpers must meet minimum recency requirements before being allowed to jump:
- Students and non-licensed skydivers must have skydived within the last 30 days.
- Licensed skydivers with 25–49 logged skydives must have skydived within the last 60 days.
- Licensed skydivers with 50–199 logged skydives must have skydived within the last 90 days.
- Licensed skydivers with more than 200 logged skydives must have skydived within the last 6 months.
Recurrency training and coached skydives are available if you are out of currency. Please notify our staff in advance so we can arrange the appropriate briefing or coaching.
Location & Hours of Operation
- Experienced skydiver operations are primarily based at Vipingo Ridge Beach Club, Vipingo, Kilifi County, Kenya, on Kenya’s north coast.
- Go Jump Kenya is open year-round from Wednesday to Sunday, starting from 9:00 am. We are closed every Monday and Tuesday.
- Operations normally continue until sunset (approximately 6:00–6:30 pm), depending on weather conditions and daylight.
- Weather plays a significant part in skydiving. Go Jump Kenya reserves the right to close the dropzone or cancel operations without prior notice due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- Go Jump Kenya will not be responsible for any incidental expenses or consequential losses that may occur as a result of planned or unexpected dropzone closures, including but not limited to visas, airline tickets, hotel bookings, transport or other travel costs.
Accepted Methods of Payment
We accept the following methods of payment at the dropzone:
- Cash (Kenyan Shillings or USD)
- Debit cards
- Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards
- MPesa
- Secure online payment link
- Bank transfer (by prior arrangement)
B-License Courses
From time to time, Go Jump Kenya is able to offer Canopy Courses and Water Training that meet the requirements for the USPA B-License. These courses are led by our world-class instructors.
The minimum requirement to participate is a valid A-License. If you are interested in attending the next course or would like to be notified when new dates are scheduled, please let us know.
Instructor Rating Courses
Go Jump Kenya is proud to be the only dropzone on the African continent with two USPA Instructor Examiners on site. This allows us to offer a range of instructor rating courses during the October–March (winter) season, including:
- USPA Coach Rating Course
- UPT and/or USPA Tandem Instructor Rating Course
- USPA AFF Instructor Rating Course
Requirements differ for each course. Please contact us for detailed prerequisites, dates and availability. You are also welcome to reach out if you would like to organise a custom course or be added to the notification list for upcoming rating courses.
If you are a licensed skydiver planning to jump in Kenya, we look forward to welcoming you to Go Jump Kenya and sharing some unforgettable coastal skydives with you.
