Sky Diving in India - Those who don't jump will never fly.

To those that jump, no explanation is necessary. To those that don't jump, no explanation is possible. True that! Jump off the plane and see how small the world looks from 10000 feet. Also know your guts - But, wait, which dive to choose?

Types of Sky Dives

1. Tandem Jump

The simplest form of skydiving in India, here you are connected to an instructor via a harness. Both of you jump together using the same parachute and the instructor pulls the cord.
Note: You need only minimal instruction before this jump.

2. Static Line Jump

In this skydive you are connected with a cord to the aircraft. And the parachute opens automatically after around 3 seconds of freefall with no action required by the passenger.
Note: The jump is made from only 3000 feet and requires upto 6 hours of training.

3. Accelerated Free Fall (AFF)

This one is the real deal, where you jump without any attachments and free fall. It is one of the most challenging experiences of skydiving in India.
Note: Obviously given the serious nature of this skydive, it requires both classroom instructions and practical training and is done from at least 13000 feet.

So, which one is your pick? Hold on your breath daredevils ’cause you could go skydiving in India now! Here are few places

Places For Skydiving in India

1. Mysore, Karnataka

Mysore is one of the best places to have the ultimate skydiving experiences in India. Is that a bird, a plane, no it’s you!

 Cost:
Tandem – INR 35,000 (3 hours)
Accelerated Free Fall – INR 2,50,00 (5-7 days, 10 jumps)

·       Timings: 7 AM to 9 AM

·       Suggestions: One full day of ground-training is required to carry out your first solo parachute jump from 4,000ft.

·       Where to book? Skyriders, Mysore

2. Deesa, Gujarat

Deesa is one of the best destinations for skydiving in India providing all three types of jumps. The Sports Authority of Gujarat and Indian Parachuting Federation hosts several skydiving camps here. Indulge into the thrill of soaring in the blue sky at this beautiful lakeside city.

Cost:
Static Line Jumps – INR 16,500
Tandem Jumps – INR 33,500
AFF – INR 37,500

·       Timings: 7 AM

·       Where to book? Indian Parachuting Federation

3. Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu

One of the most beautiful towns in the country, enjoy the spectacular landscape here as you free fall from the sky. The camps here offer static line and tandem jumps.

·       Cost:
Static Jumps – INR 18,000 (1 jump) to 62,000 (5 jumps)
Tandem Jump – INR 27,000

·       Timings: 7 AM or 9 AM

·       Suggestions: Carry comfortable and loose clothes and Sports shoes

·       Where to book? Waltair Escapade Thrills, Skyriders, Mysore

4. Aamby Valley, Maharashtra

One of the best skydiving places in India, Aamby Valley has to be on every Mumbaikar or Punites list if they wish to indulge in the daring sport. Gaze the stunning landscapes beneath as you freefall in the beautiful valley to enjoy the most thrilling experience of your lifetime.

·       Cost:
Tandem Jumps
Mon – Thurs – INR 20, 000
Fri – Sun – INR 25,000

·       Timings: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

·       Suggestions: Aamby Valley only provides Tandem Jumps for now. Carry comfortable and loose clothes and Sports shoes.

·       Where to book? 360global

5. Dhana, Madhya Pradesh

Home to an air strip, Dhana hosts many skydiving camps for adventure enthusiasts. Enjoy a freefall from 4000 feet above, gazing the breathtaking landscape beneath.

·       Cost:
Tandem Jump
Weekday: INR 35,000
Weekend: INR 37,500
Static Jumps – INR 24,000

·       Timings: 8:30 AM

·       Suggestions: Tandem Jump lasts upto 3 hours and can be done without any ground training.
Static line jump course (5 Jumps) lasts from 2 to 3 days.

·       Where to book? Chimes Aviation Academy

‘If you surrender to the wind, you can ride it.’ So, when are you getting ready for a ride.