Skydiving Kiwis Otautahi
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Whoever said 'kiwis can't fly' couldn't have been more wrong! A unique adventure for thrill seekers, Skydiving Kiwis Ōtautahi is currently New Zealand's only helidive. This experience is equally exclusive on the international market, with only 7 other similar offerings. This bucket-list worthy helidive combines a scenic helicopter flight in a BK 117 over the cityscape of Ōtautahi Christchurch, followed by a skydive out of the helicopter over the breath-taking Sumner coastline and is topped off with a beach landing softly in the sand of Sumner Beach!
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Paige R
1 contribution
May 2021 • Couples
I love how hyped up they get you to do the jump! Honestly the most supportive bunch of people I’ve met! 10/10 would do it again. I jumped with Jordan and he was awesome throughout the whole thing 😁
Written 22 May 2021
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B8687XCnickg
4 contributions
Apr 2021 • Solo
What an amazing experience! This was one of the best things i have ever done. Standing on the edge of a helicopter looking over the city and banks peninsula at 10000 feet is breathtaking. Then jumping off into freefall is just incredible, words cannot describe!! I jumped with Lee who was the perfect mix of adrenaline junky and professional skydiving instructor. The whole crew and experience was epic from start to finish. Highly recommended
Written 25 April 2021
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hesthi
Lincoln, New Zealand18 contributions
Feb 2021
Did the jump with Dakota, it was great. Never ever thought in a million year that i would do it but hey i did!! Thank you for the awesome experience, you guys are wonderful bunch of people. Chur
Written 15 March 2021
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maddie261
1 contribution
Feb 2021
I would like to thank Lee most importantly for making me feel so comfortable and at ease even though I wasn't nervous at all, the team were great. I definitely can say I had the best experience, would go again and I definitely recommend it to anybody crazy enough to take a leap of faith!
Written 2 March 2021
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Jandal08
New Zealand10 contributions
Aug 2020
This helidive from 10,000 ft was one of the highlights of my life. The team were all so professional and friendly, I felt completely safe throughout the dive with Lee and would love to do it again some time. Exhilarating, mind-blowing, awesome - a wonderful experience!
Written 18 August 2020
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Matty
Christchurch, New Zealand1 contribution
Jul 2020
Was Awesome to be one of the First to do the Helidive, Lee and the team are the uttermost professionals. Would highly recommend and would 10000% do again.
Written 28 July 2020
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Natalie M
1 contribution
Jan 2020
My friend and I skydived with Ben, and had the best time!!! They were knowledgable and made the trip fun and helped calm our nerves. The dive was thrilling and unforgettable. We were the last group of the day at 6pm, so we got to see the start of the sunset, which was absolutely stunning especially for first-timers. The video editing was amazing and really captured the individual rides. They also were extremely hospitable and when we couldn't find a shuttle back they offered to give us and another couple a ride home. Definitely would recommend to anyone considering going skydiving!!!
Written 24 February 2020
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jimjam
3 contributions
Feb 2020
Great morning watching my just turned (the week before her jump)12yr old daughter. Staff are amazing and make you feel very relaxed. Very upbeat and encouraging. My daughter loved it, a little nervous to start, but very comfortable with her jump buddy and smiled all the way. Will definitely be going back!
Written 8 February 2020
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rich4
4 contributions
Feb 2020
I had such a thrilling skydive, should have done it earlier than waiting till I was 63. My Grand-daughter Shikayla Hutchinson turned 16, we went to watch her jump, which she throughly enjoyed and wanted to do it again. Thanks so much we will be back. Peter
Written 8 February 2020
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Craig P
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Elements of engineering, physics, art, and insanity were fused together in Ashburton to create an experience that we'll never forget. But it wasn't just an incredible experience of feeling alive - it was an unexpected introduction to skydiving culture and the passion that drives the outstanding team at SDK. Thanks for making us feel like part of the phenomenon that is skydiving, and not just another piece of tandem cargo. Ten stars out of five to Steve-o, Potter, Ben, and the whole crew at SDK! We're so glad our first diving experience was with all of you.
Written 6 February 2020
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蔣琳
Taipei130 contributions
Dear Angel:
So I can book one person for that activity and you could pick up me and my mom from hotel to there together and return, right? She can't stay alone without me. Thanks for your kindness.
蔣琳
Taipei130 contributions
My mom is scared to do this activity, could she go there with me only? Does it need to charge more?
SkydivingKiwis1
Christchurch, New Zealand
Hi Daydream,
No we certainly do not charge more for people that are scared :-)
We deal with scared people everyday and the team have a really fun way of helping each and every individual customer through the nerves and into massive smiles.
See you soon!
natalia2488
Jakarta239 contributions
What is the available time for skydiving? There is only morning and afternoon (without exact timetable) on the website. Thank you
andy5sal@msn.com
Brooklyn, NY26 contributions
That's right. They will ask you if you prefer the morning or afternoon. They will try to fit you in at a time agreeable to you. Get there in ample time. They do all the preparations for you. Just follow their simple instructions. I prefer using earplugs. Best wishes, enjoy yourself, and have a great dive!
Angela M
3 contributions
How early do you need tp arrive
We have booking at 12 what time do we need to show up
SkydivingKiwis1
Christchurch, New Zealand
Hiya
30mins before your booking time please.
Thanks
SDK
Yumimii
Singapore
Hi. May i ask is it suitable to do skydive during winter? I would like to go on early July
boomie1975
Dunedin, New Zealand4 contributions
YIP!!!! if weather is good its all on!
Great bunch of people !!!! My hubby is learning to skydive there :)
boomie1975
Dunedin, New Zealand4 contributions
Hey guys if you don't buy the DVD and photo options do you guys take pics on our own phones etc
2 of us will be heading up soon ...
🤘
SkydivingKiwis1
Christchurch, New Zealand
Hi Guys it is Civil Aviation that to take a camera you must have a B Licence and 100 jumps.
We would love to say that's fine but we abide by the rules.
Let us know when you are coming.
Let's go skydiving!!
Yeeooow
how much ?for skydiving
missviandlola
Ashburton, New Zealand3 contributions
Tandem Skydive Pricing
6000ft Skydive ....... 10 secs of freefall ... $235
9000ft Skydive ....... 30 secs of freefall ..... $285
12000ft Skydive ....... 45 secs of freefall ..... $335
13000ft Skydive ....... 60 secs of freefall ..... $360
Photos ........ $150
DVD ....... $175
Photos & DVD ....... $199
T-Shirts ....... $35
Hoodies ....... $89
Caps ....... $60
Is there any transportation provided from christchurch to Ashburton? I don't have any rented car and really wish to experience sky diving with skydiving kiwis
SkydivingKiwis1
Christchurch, New Zealand
Hiya
Yes we have transport available. Give us a call on 0800 359 549 and let's get it all sorted for you.