Mauritius Skydive - Tandem Skydiving

Mauritius Skydive - Tandem Skydiving Inclusions:

• Skydive excursion is about 1 hour
• 5 minutes briefing
• 20 minutes flight
• Skydive from 10 000 feet (3000 m)
• 30 seconds free fall
• 3-5 minutes parachute flight
• Skydiving equipment

Optional (for a supplement):

• Video
• Pictures (+/-200 pics)
• Video & Pictures Combo

Transport is available for an additional supplement and will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.

Mauritius Tandem Skydiving – Experience skydiving in Mauritius

Upon your arrival you will be welcomed by the airfield team who will help you to put on your jump suit and your safety harness while briefing you about the different steps of your jump - positions to be adopted during your unique experience, the climb in the plane, the exit and the free fall, the flight under sail and of course the landing.

Once fully prepared as well as mentally ready, time to board the skydive aircraft for your once in a lifetime experience. You will be attached securely to one of the qualified and licensed tandem instructors via a dual harness system. You will enjoy a 20 minutes flight as you climb to altitude and maximum opportunity to take in the impressive views on the way up to the 10,000 feet skydive altitude.

The free-fall - An unforgettable experience! An amazing feeling of floating in the air! Open your arms, smile and jump! Enjoy this unique experience in the air - 30 seconds of freefall. Remember to keep that lovely smile on as your instructor who will be attached to you will be glad to snap your amazing experience.

As you approach the land, the instructor will open the parachute so that you can enjoy a short parachute ride while feasting your eyes with unrivalled and uninterrupted views of the island from above before a nice soft landing on the runway. This moment will remain unforgettable!

Also, for a small additional cost you will receive a pendrive with the recording of your skydive.

What is Tandem Skydiving?

Tandem skydiving refers to a type of skydiving where a student skydiver is connected via a harness to a tandem instructor. The instructor guides the student through the whole jump from exit through freefall, piloting the canopy, and landing. The student needs only minimal instruction before making a tandem jump.

Tandem skydiving is a very popular training method for first time skydivers. It exposes first-time jumpers with minimal training and experience to skydiving.

The training before the jump may consist of basic training of how to exit the aircraft, how to do maneuvers in freefall, and how to deploy the main canopy themselves. However, the tandem skydiving instructor remains primarily responsible for safe and timely parachute deployment.

Modern parachute equipment is very reliable and instances of malfunctions are rare. However, in the unlikely event of a fault with the main parachute, the system is fitted with a back-up reserve parachute to guarantee maximum safety.

For first time jumpers it is always recommended to have a small bite to eat shortly before your jump to maintain your blood sugar level at a reasonable level.

Closed-toe shoes that can be laced or strapped securely are compulsory.

Please note that the booking deposit paid is non-refundable, except in the event of activity cancellation by the sky diving provider.

• Note: Activity time is subject to the time slots available and will be booked accordingly.
• All instructors are qualified with the required certificates to operate Tandem Skydiving in Mauritius.
• Aircraft Capacity: 5 pax; the pilot and 2 tandem masters, each attached with a participant.
• Only skydivers are allowed in the plane as the aircraft has been exclusively designed for skydiving.
• This activity can only be carried out if weather permits. The operator reserves the right to cancel the activity, even if the participant is already on their way, should safety be compromised.
• Customer can receive a Pendrive of their skydive (for additional cost) - Pendrive Should be booked at the airfield on the day of the activity. Video and Pictures are made by the Tandem Instructor ‘selfie style’
• All instructors speak English and French.
• The operator reserves the right to reschedule the activity should safety be compromised and the right to turn away any person not meeting the safety requirements.
• Personal cameras & phones are not allowed on the plane.
• Early morning reservations are recommended as the weather conditions are usually better for skydiving.
• Take off time can be altered by the Air Traffic controllers of Mauritius.
• The booking time given must be respected otherwise the participant(s) might miss the allocated slot which will be given to others who are on time.
• The booking deposit is non-refundable, except in the event of bad weather.
• Advice: Anyone willing to do the activity and is in Mauritius for a short period, we recommend the reservation to be made during the beginning of the stay in case the activity has to be rescheduled due to bad weather conditions.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Minimum Age: 15 years old. If less than 18 years old, one parent needs to be present.
• Minimum Weight: 40 - 45 Kg
• Maximum Weight: 95 Kg
• For minimum or maximum weight limits, weather conditions need to be optimum.
• The activity requires being in reasonable physical and mental condition.
• A waiver form will need to be signed by participants
• Skydiving after a scuba diving session is forbidden; a 24-hour gap between the 2 activities is necessary.
• You are not allowed to skydive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• You cannot skydive if you have a head cold/flu.
• You must not suffer from any physical or chronic illness and be on any medication or drugs.

Skydive Pendrive - you can also choose to have either pictures or videos or both of your Skydive saved in a Pendrive. The booking and payment for the Pendrive can be done at the airfield before the jump.