Fever<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Whether you\u2019re Manchester based or visiting the city on a trip, this is a great activity to do to experience the thrill of skydiving. Based at an indoor centre, you\u2019ll get two flights which feel like the equivalent of falling from 12,000ft three times. It\u2019s a way to get the thrill of skydiving but in a much safer environment \u2013 handy if you\u2019ve got a fear of heights.<\/p>\n
Book iFly Manchester indoor skydiving from \u00a371.50 at Fever<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
iFly indoor skydiving at the O2<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
When you think of the O2 the things that spring to mind might be Harry Styles running round in a glittery jumpsuit and singing his heart out.\u00a0 It might surprise you to know that you can also do indoor skydiving at the O2, admittedly wearing a slightly less glittery jumpsuit. On this iFly experience you are suspended in a wind tunnel by an air stream moving at 120mph.<\/p>\n
Book iFly indoor skydiving at the O2 from \u00a399.99 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Looking for other things to do in the capital? We\u2019ve got guides on everything from the best immersive experiences in London<\/a> to the best London escape rooms<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
Indoor skydiving with VR headset<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BuyaGift<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
On this indoor skydiving experience you\u2019ll don a set of VR goggles which can transport you across the world. Similar to other iFly experiences, here you\u2019ll float on an air stream in a specially designed wind tunnel to experience the sensation of falling without ever stepping foot on an airplane.<\/p>\n
With the VR headset you will be able to choose to see the skydiving views from across the world. Always wanted to see Hawaii from above? Dreamed of seeing California\u2019s rolling hills from the sky? This experience has got you covered and all for much less than the cost of some flights to the United States, that\u2019s for sure!<\/p>\n
Book indoor skydiving with VR headset for \u00a3119.99 at BuyaGift<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Interested in the world of VR? Check out our guide to the best VR experiences in London<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
iFly junior indoor skydiving for two<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Since indoor skydiving is a lot safer than traditional skydiving, much younger people can get involved in the fun. This experience is open to children aged between three and 16 years old, although they must be accompanied by an adult on the day to the skydive.<\/p>\n
A great experience for any thrill-seeking little ones or teens. This package is for two which would be perfect for siblings or a pair of friends.<\/p>\n
Book iFly junior indoor skydiving for two for \u00a3139.98 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
7,000-foot beginner\u2019s skydive in Wales<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BuyaGift<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Going skydiving for the first time? This beginner\u2019s tandem is a really good option. With stunning views of Wales, you\u2019ll be strapped to your instructor in a tandem skydive from 7,000ft. After 2,000ft of free fall to give you the ultimate adrenaline rush, when the parachute opens you\u2019ll glide through the rest of your descent, able to enjoy the views and serenity as your parachute supports you to the ground.<\/p>\n
This skydiving experience is in Swansea, and also includes a commemorative certificate to display in your home, or just to prove to yourself that you could do it.<\/p>\n
Book a 7,000 foot beginner\u2019s skydive in Wales for \u00a3175 at BuyaGift<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
iFly family indoor skydiving experience<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Red Letter Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
The great thing about indoor skydiving is that the whole family can get involved. This package from Red Letter Days is for up to five people with two adults and up to three children aged three to 18 able to get involved. Perfect for adventure-seeking kids (and grown-ups who are afraid of heights!), this would be a great activity for the school holidays. Coming out at \u00a350 per person, this is one of the best value skydiving experiences we\u2019ve seen.<\/p>\n
Book the iFly family indoor skydiving experience from \u00a3249.99 at Red Letter Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
13,000 foot tandem skydive in Peterborough<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BuyaGift<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
If you\u2019re based near Peterborough this is your opportunity to see the landscape from above. In this tandem skydive you\u2019ll be taken up to 13,000ft in a plane before jumping out while strapped to an instructor. Reach speeds of up to 120mph in an adrenaline-filled free fall, before the instructor pulls the parachute at around 5,000ft, where you\u2019ll get a chance to enjoy the views as you glide back down to earth.<\/p>\n
This experience is currently on sale for 10 per cent off.<\/p>\n
Book a 13,000 foot tandem skydive in Peterborough from ~~\u00a3285<\/del> \u00a3259 at Buyagift<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n~~
15,000 foot tandem skydive in Cumbria<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BuyaGift<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Cumbria is well known for its beautiful landscape, but few except the birds get to see it from above. With this experience you can join them and see the rolling landscape unfold as you fall through the sky. This is a 15,000ft tandem skydive, where you\u2019ll get a full safety briefing and be kitted out with the (undeniably flattering) skydiving jumpsuit before heading up in an aeroplane.<\/p>\n
This experience is also now on sale from Buyagift so you can save \u00a326.<\/p>\n
Book a 15,000 foot tandem skydive in Cumbria for ~~\u00a3285<\/del> \u00a3259 at Buyagift<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n~~
Tandem skydive from locations across the UK<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BuyaGift<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
If you\u2019re buying a skydive as a gift for the adrenaline junky in your life, we think this would be a great option, with a choice of locations across the UK including Suffolk, Nottingham and Lancashire.<\/p>\n
The minimum age for this skydive is 16 but anyone under 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult. You can also pay an extra \u00a360 to extend you skydive to 15,000 which we think is a pretty good deal, especially considering that this is part of Buyagift\u2019s sale right now at 10 per cent off.<\/p>\n
Book a tandem skydive from locations across the UK for ~~\u00a3285<\/del> \u00a3259 at Buyagift<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n~~
12,000 tandem skydive in Kent or Lincolnshire<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
On this 12,000ft skydive you\u2019ll get to experience the unique combination of the fear-fuelled thrill of falling from the sky and then the quiet serenity of gliding with a parachute looking at the scenery.<\/p>\n
There is a choice of locations with this experience \u2013 you can choose from Lincolnshire and Kent. There are slightly different safety criteria depending on which location you choose, so make sure you meet these before you book. If there\u2019s anyone who wants to come to watch your dive (or provide a bit of moral support) spectators are welcome!<\/p>\n
Book a 12,000 tandem skydive for \u00a3299 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
15,000 foot ultimate tandem skydive in Wiltshire<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
On this 15,000ft skydive in Wiltshire you\u2019ll be diving from the highest possible height for a tandem skydive in the UK \u2013 that\u2019s nearly three miles! This means you\u2019ll have as long as you can to enjoy the thrill of the free fall, which lasts nearly a full minute, before pulling the parachute so you can enjoy the view of the landscape surrounding you.<\/p>\n
Buy a 15,000 foot ultimate tandem skydive in Wiltshire for \u00a3328 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
15,000 foot tandem skydive with souvenir photos in Devon<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
15,000ft is the maximum height for tandem skydiving in the UK, which means you\u2019ll have the maximum time to experience your skydive.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll get a bird\u2019s eye view of the stunning Devon coastline, and you\u2019ll also get up to 50 pictures to remember every part of the experience \u2013 or just to prove to your friends that you were actually brave enough to jump out of a plane at 15,000ft!<\/p>\n
Buy a 15,000 foot tandem skydive with souvenir photos in Devon for \u00a3385 at Virgin Experience Days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
What is tandem skydiving?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
If you\u2019re going skydiving for the first time, you won\u2019t be able to do a solo flight so it\u2019ll be a tandem jump. Tandem means you\u2019ll be jumping while strapped to another person who is a qualified skydiving instructor.<\/p>\n
If you want to solo dive it requires a lot of further training on the ground and in the air, which is a large financial commitment, as well as taking a lot of time. If you want to get a taste of solo flight, we\u2019d recommend indoor skydiving, where you float in a large circular wind tunnel in an indoor facility.<\/p>\n
How much does skydiving cost?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The cost of your skydiving experience is going to range a fair bit depending on what type of skydiving you\u2019d like to do and where. Indoor skydiving usually costs less than outdoor skydiving with prices starting at the \u00a370 mark for one person. If you\u2019re planning indoor skydiving for a group it might be cheaper to buy a number of tickets at once.<\/p>\n
Traditional outdoor skydiving comes at a higher cost. There is obviously an important safety element involved in jumping out of a plane, and we would urge you to check the safety credentials of any skydiving facility before booking, especially if it\u2019s significantly lower cost than its competitors.<\/p>\n
Skydiving usually costs between \u00a3200 and \u00a3400 for an individual session but if you want to spend more, the sky\u2019s the limit. This might seems quite expensive, but this accounts for the cost of the plane and the fact that every person skydiving needs an instructor for tandem flight.<\/p>\n
How old do you have to be to go skydiving?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The minimum age for skydiving depends on what type of skydiving you want to do. You can do some indoor skydiving experiences from as young as three years old as long as there is an accompanying adult.<\/p>\n
For most outdoor skydiving experiences the minimum age is 16 years old, although anyone under the age of 18 needs the signed consent of a parent, guardian or otherwise responsible adult.<\/p>\n
There is no upper age limit on sky diving, but be aware that there many be medical conditions that limit your ability to go skydiving and we would always recommend talking to a medical professional if you have any concerns. Individual sky diving companies may also have restrictions, for example on weight, so make sure you check before booking.<\/p>\n
What to wear for skydiving<\/strong><\/h2>\nAhh the eternal question \u2013 what to wear? While we don\u2019t necessarily claim to be a fashion publication (although the RadioTimes.com<\/a> team are a fashionable bunch) we think we can safely answer this one. For skydiving you will be given a jumpsuit to wear over your clothes for most experiences so we\u2019d recommend avoiding any skirts or dresses. You\u2019ll need comfortable lace up shoes (don\u2019t want those coming off in the air!) and anyone with long hair should bring something to tie it back with.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll probably be asked to remove any loose items like jewellery and you\u2019ll likely be given goggles plus a helmet or head gear.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re looking for the latest updates on experiences, concerts, activities and more check out out Going Out<\/a> section. We\u2019ve got everything from a guide to the best F1 experiences across the UK<\/a> to the latest information about Ashes 2023 tickets<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Best skydiving experiences to do in the UK for 2023<\/h2>\n