At Skydive Bay of Islands we welcome sport skydivers.

Here at Skydive Bay of Islands, we love seeing all our smiley sporties around our dropzone! We also offer the opportunity for coach jumps and gear hire – please get in touch with our friendly staff to enquire about this prior to your arrival at the dropzone.

We know that when you arrive at the dropzone you want to get into the sky as soon as possible so visit this link to the Licensed Skydiver Registration and Information Form to make the check-in process easier. All sport jumpers must also complete a dropzone briefing before their first jump – please keep this in mind when planning your arrival time.

The only thing better than jumping in the sunny Bay of Islands is getting those awesome jump discounts! ! Check out our bulk buys discount on sports jump tickets here.

Requirements:
  • AAD’s are mandatory
  • Reserve packs must be up to date
  • Camera gear must be snag proof
  • We operate under the NZPIA. Temporary or full membership can be obtained at the dropzone
  • You must bring your log book and license to the dropzone
  • We have no minimum license requirements.
  • Anyone jumping from 16,500ft must have a High Altitude Rating – this can be obtained at our dropzone if you do not already have one.

We operate under the guidance of the manufacturers’ recommendations, so please ensure your gear is compatible. If you are unsure please check on your manufacturer’s website.

Skydive Bay of Islands has a Facebook group dedicated to sports jumpers. This group gives you an opportunity to check daily loads, weather calls, stay in touch with the dropzone, and each other. If you’re traveling from Auckland or elsewhere please feel free to use this page to organize sharing lifts to and from the Bay of Islands.

Call us on 0800 GO JUMP or email jump@skydivebayofislands for more information or get in touch through the form below.



  • star rating  Right from when I was being kitted out, to landing back at base, Prashant made the whole experience fun and exciting. Thoroughly recomm

    N S
    1 October 2021

    star rating  Amazing experience today with Prashant! Felt so safe and had so much fun!! 1000% recommend doing the 20,000ft skydive!

    lydiahC132HS
    11 November 2022

    star rating  my instructor Prashant came with the best vibes made my first skydive experience 10x better, recommended giving it a go churrrr 🙂

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    16 January 2023
  • star rating  An amazing afternoon skydiving over the beautiful Bay of Islands. Maurice, my tandem master, was great. Knowledgable, calm, totally kept me at ease, pointed out all the sights on the... read more

    Nikiwe A
    1 January 2022

    star rating  An amazing time the confident, friendly and experienced instructors. Cheers Prashant for the mean experience

    MorganFrisbie-jones
    21 January 2021

    star rating  I had an awesome time! Such a great experience and excellent, friendly staff 😁 Thank you so much to Prashant for being so comforting during the dive and Teremoana for... read more

    Kiri
    1 February 2022
  • star rating  Maurice was awesome. We forward rolled out and we cloud walked. Plus we stuck the landing. My second time.

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    29 January 2023

    star rating  Amazing experience I would recommend to everyone! The team were super lovely, Prashant my instructor, was really great and made the experience so much fun. Loved every minute of it.... read more

    shevaughanwa
    19 March 2022

    star rating  We’ll run and safety was always first. Prashant Kapooron was incredibly friendly as were all the staff. I would highly recommend doing this. I’ll be back up in 2023... read more

    Lesleyeaton
    22 July 2022
  • star rating  I went there for my 21st birthday and It was such an amazing experience! I was even the first one to jump out of the plane. I'd happily do it... read more

    Wanderer802503
    27 September 2022

    star rating  Awesome experience, loved the way Maurice Healy guided me with each step to make it a wonderful dive

    singhavneet16
    30 January 2022

    star rating  Amazing experience. Gliding through the air with the beautiful view. Loved it and will be doing it again. Prashant you are a

    Makayla W
    1 January 2022
  • star rating  The most amazing experience!! Totally professional and at no point did I feel I couldn't do it. Prasanth and the rest of the team were incredible - everything was so... read more

    Nikki M
    22 February 2022

    star rating  A fantastic and amazing experience.
    Thanks tons to Rhys Brady who made me comfortable and fun to do this. He was awesome to fly with and I will cherish this... read more

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    9 February 2023

    star rating  An amazing experience, never thought I would try it but so glad I did. Excellent staff both at the desk and especially the instructor. So supportive and gave great step... read more

    688mareew
    28 May 2022
  • star rating  Skydive Bay of Islands were fantastic from start to finish. I contacted them several months ago telling them we would be passing through on a cruise ship. They picked us... read more

    AnnetheAussie
    15 November 2022

    star rating  A must do - A fabulous experience, loved every moment. Prashant was my TM and I couldn't have asked for anyone better. Everything was so well organised, was so much fun. Will definitely do... read more

    robinsI824NN
    6 January 2023

    star rating  OMG what an experience first ever skydive it was insane my instructor name was prashant he was fantastic from Start to finish put me at ease took lots of videos... read more

    A1066QVdarrenw
    20 October 2022
  • star rating  A one in a lifetime experience! Deeply impressed by the preparation for the skydive by my tandem, Prashant, who was friendly and encouraging. I felt very secure and could enjoy... read more

    Ronak Tailor
    1 January 2022

    star rating  Such a fun experience wow! Prashant was an incredible instructor, kept me calm and safe, reminded me to smile! I loved it

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    21 December 2022

    star rating  Absolutely the best! It brought back so many memories of my previous skydive experience from the early 1960's. Maurice was amazing! He understood and supported this octogenarian to tick... read more

    Octoadrenalinejunkie
    16 July 2022
  • star rating  I had prashant as instructor for a tandem dive, couldn't have wished for a better person to jump out of a plane with. For anyone who hasn't skydived I would... read more

    Sean
    1 January 2022

    star rating  My journey with SBOI started with a 20000ft tandem in April. The minute my feet touched the ground I knew I had to learn to skydive solo. Subsequently I have... read more

    Neil
    1 August 2021

    star rating  Insane views, unlike anything I have ever done before. Very friendly staff who put me at ease immediately. Prashant my instructor was amazing, explaining every step and made me feel... read more

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    6 December 2022
  • star rating  What an beautiful morning doing the sunrise jump! Thank you Skydive Bay of Islands for an awesome experience, an Maurice for being a great calming instructor!

    Lindsayllr
    15 July 2022

    star rating  Great professional set up. Staff friendly and organized. Amazing views and experience. 20000 feet is a long way up! Awesome.

    margoh359
    16 January 2021

    star rating  I had an awesome time! Such a great experience and excellent, friendly staff
    Thank you so much to Prashant for being so comforting during the dive and Teremoana for... read more

    KiriRameka
    15 February 2022
  • star rating  Super fun and kind staff making it a great experience! Prashant was very upbeat which made me less nervous.

    georgiee2021
    21 August 2022

    star rating  All of it. From ground to ground. Waiting for 30,000 feet then edge of space. I'm in for all of it. If I could afford to go solo I would

    Houlthama1
    22 February 2022

    star rating  Awesome experience - Prashant was a great guide making the whole skydive memorable and enjoyable. Would definitely r

    Jono L
    1 November 2021