TANDEM SKYDIVING
WHAT IS A TANDEM SKYDIVE?
A tandem skydive is the quickest and easiest way to experience the thrill of freefall along with a spectacular canopy ride over the impressive Kenyan coastline, while securely harnessed to one of our experienced instructors and without any significant training.
HOW IT WORKS
It all begins with a 15-20 minute briefing from one of our experienced instructors to ensure that you get the most out of the experience while taking every precaution to ensure your safety. After gearing up, you will take a short taxi ride and then board the airplane where you will enjoy a spectacular 15 minute flight as you climb to jump altitude.
As you get to the exit point, you will be securely attached to the front of your instructor. From there, all you need to do is enjoy the experience and take in the beautiful view as you freefall towards the beach at approximately 200 km/hour. Don’t forget to smile!
Once your main parachute deploys, you will enjoy an amazing 5-7 minute canopy ride, while taking in the breathtaking views over the magnificent Kenyan coastline, then finally landing back on the beach. This is one of the most spectacular things you will experience in a lifetime. Don’t take our word for it though, see for yourself and book your skydive today!
For an additional $50-$100 you can walk away from your skydive with more than just memories. Have your skydive filmed and either made into photos or a professionally edited video capturing your entire experience so that you can relieve it and make it truly unforgettable.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Tandem Skydive:
LOCATIONS;
Vipingo Ridge Beach Club , Vipingo $350
Salty’s Kite surf Village, Kilifi $400
Ocean Sports, Watamu $400
Diani $400
Photos and Videos:
Photos only $50 USD
Video only $75 USD
Photo & Video package $100 USD
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We accept the following payment methods:
Cash (only KSH and USD are accepted)
Debit cards
Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards
MPesa
Online payment link
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If you’d prefer to skydive with a woman for personal, cultural or religious reasons, that’s no problem, please tell us when you book your skydive. We’ll do our best to accommodate your request as it depends on staffing and availability on the day.
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Please be punctual and arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled slot in order to complete all of the required paperwork. (for example - if you selected a 12:00 slot, please arrive by 11:30).
Additionally, plan to spend between two to three hours (i.e. from the time you check-in till the time you complete your skydive), at our location.
Please note that should you arrive late for your scheduled skydive, you will be required to wait an hour or two until the other customers who have arrived on time have finished their skydives.
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A valid and official government photo ID.
A doctors certificate if you are 70 years or older, or if you have or have had any medical conditions mentioned in the list above.
Your gift certificate if you are using one.
Payment for the balance of your skydive.
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Please dress suitably and comfortably for your skydive, and be respectful of the local culture and sentiments.
Athletic, comfortable clothes are advised.
Sneakers or sport shoes are ideal for your skydive. Please make sure your shoes don't have any buckles or studs on them.
Not allowed: Low-cut tops, collared shirts, crop tops, sandals, boots or heeled/platform shoes of any type.
Customers are advised to remove any jewelry, watches and other accessories before their skydive. These are easily lost or broken in freefall.
Every customer will be given protective eye goggles to wear during their skydive. So, if you need to wear prescription glasses or lenses during your skydive, please do so. You don't want to miss that view!
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Skydiving is a weather-dependent sport. High-speed winds, poor visibility, rain and low clouds, are just some of the reasons that can delay, or even cancel our skydiving operations.
In case of bad weather, our team will announce a “standby”, which means we have to put our operations on hold. Regular announcements will be made updating you on the conditions while you wait at our location.
If the weather shows no signs of improving and we have to cancel operations, you can reschedule for the next available date.
While we always do our best to communicate operational changes, Go Jump Kenya reserves the right to close our dropzone without any prior warning due to weather. In this case, our team will contact you by phone or email to cancel or reschedule your skydive.
Go Jump Kenya is not liable for any costs (travel, stay, etc.) incurred by the individual in the instances mentioned above.
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Sometimes plans change, we understand that. In this case...
Individuals must reschedule up to 48 hours before their reservation date or risk losing their payment.
Groups of 4 or more must reschedule 72 hours ahead of their reservation date or risk losing their payment.
Please send your request to reschedule your skydive using the form on the Contact Us page.
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WIFI is available at our dropzone. Our location also has an on-site restaurants serving both food and refreshments.
Visitors are welcome to sit either on the beach or at the Vipingo Ridge Beach Club and watch skydivers land.
Go Jump Kenya does not provide daycare or child supervision facilities. Young children must be supervised at all times.
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While our instructors are highly trained and use the latest equipment, it’s possible on rare occasion that there is a technical glitch or malfunction that is beyond our control, due to the nature of the activity. If this happens, the incident will be brought forward to management for review and the customer may be eligible for a refund for the video. Please note, the decision of the management is final.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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A minimum degree of fitness is required to complete a tandem skydive and to ensure a safe landing for you and your instructor. Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is an indicator of this.
Go Jump Kenya requires each tandem customer to meet both the weight and BMI requirements listed below. These are the equipment manufacturer’s requirements and we cannot make exceptions for safety reasons.
Women - Weight: 85kg. Up to 90 kg only if BMI is less than 27.5.
Men - Weight: 95kg. Up to 100 kg only if BMI is less than 30.0.
If you are unsure, please check the BMI calculator below.
There is no minimum weight requirement in order to be eligible to skydive. -
You must be a minimum of 16 years of age (According to the Gregorian Calendar). For those under 18 years of age, the paperwork must be completed by a parent or legal guardian who must be present on the day of the jump.
If you are over 70 years old a doctors certificate is required stating that you are fit to skydive.
Please bring a valid and official government photo ID on the day of your skydive.
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Go Jump Kenya has a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol and/or drugs. There must be no alcohol or drugs in your system at least 8 hours before your skydive.
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If you suffer from or have previously suffered from any of the conditions listed below, you must present a certificate from your doctor saying that you are fit to skydive. This is essential for both your safety and the safety of your instructor. If you do not follow these instructions, there is a chance your skydive could be canceled. Please contact your doctor in case of any queries.
Epilepsy
Fits
Severe head injury
Recurrent blackouts or giddiness
Disease of the brain or nervous system
High blood pressure
Heart or lung disease
Dislocated shoulder or other limb(s)
Recurrent weakness
Diabetes
Mental illness
Drug or alcohol addiction
Any past or present medical conditions
If you are pregnant, it is not recommended that you skydive.
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Due to the changes in altitude pressure, you must wait 24 hours after scuba diving to skydive.
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The Booking fee of USD is Non-refundable if you chose to cancel your skydive. Your deposit is valid for One (1) year and ca be resheduled.
