Skydiving in India: Feel the feeling of free fall

Do you love the feeling of free fall? Are you in love with the magic of gravity? Man has left no stone unturned to give a lifelong experience to those who like to play with their doses of adrenaline.

Skydiving is a globally recognized adventure sport that is in its infancy in India. If you have decided to make the jump, you should not deny yourself this.

We have compiled a list of 7 places to skydive in India:

1. Aamby Valley, Maharashtra - the best place!

Want to enjoy a tandem jump? This place is waiting for you! If you are an avid skydiver, there is also a membership that allows you to skydive all year round. Tandem jumps at 10,000 feet are the specialty of this company. The organizers also plan to provide other popular types of jumps.

The training lasts about an hour with your instructor, during which you will be informed about the basic principles of how to skydive correctly. The plane will take the skydiver to the starting point at about 10,000 feet, where you and your instructor will make that big spectacular jump. After 20-30 seconds the instructor will deploy the parachute. For the next 40-45 minutes you can soar over the picturesque surroundings of the Aembi Valley.

Tandem jumps

Drop height: 10,000 feet

Cost: Monday-Thursday 20,000 rupees, Friday-Sunday 25,000 rupees

Known operators: ThrillsExtreme

Best time: any time of year, except for monsoon and windy season.

2. Deesa, Gujarat

In the picturesque town on the shores of Lake Disa in Gujarat, the Sports Authority of India is a certified area for skydiving as an adventure sport.

Thus, Deesa became the first place in the country to fly. Every year the city becomes the site of several parachute events. Organizers are working to make Deesa an even better experience.

Here you can choose a tandem jump, where first-time skydivers are guaranteed an unforgettable experience. There is also a static jump, where the skydiver will be trained for 1.5 days.

In this type of jump the participant makes an independent flight without an attached instructor. The skydiver will have radio contact with two instructors who will lead him to a safe landing. The parachute immediately unfolds as soon as the person makes the jump.

Drop height: 3,500 to 4,000 feet

Price: static jumps Rs. 16,500, tandem jumps Rs. 33,500, accelerated freefall (AFF) Rs. 37,500

Known Operator: Indian Parachuting Federation

Best time: all year round.

3. Dhana, Madhya Pradesh

In the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh is the serene town of Dhana. This place has an airstrip where various operators organize parachute camps for those who like to get adrenaline. The free fall time here is shorter, however, you can enjoy the vast scenery in the area.

India's first parachute jump was conducted in this city. A tandem instructor is bonded with the skydiver to ensure a safe landing. A preliminary 30-minute training session is all that is needed to prepare for the flight. The free-fall speed is about 120 miles per hour.

Drop height: 9000-10000 feet

Price: tandem jump 35,000-37,500 rupees, static jump 24,000 rupees

Known operators: ThrillsExtreme, Chimes Aviation Academy

Best time: any time of year, except for monsoon and windy season.

4. Mysore, Karnataka

The jumps are performed against the backdrop of the majestic hills of Chamundi Mysore. You can choose between tandem, static and accelerated freefall jumps. The breathtaking views from above will give you an unforgettable experience.

Thorough training will be required for a full day so that the skydiver can navigate on his own during his first skydiving jump. Accelerated freefall (AFF) is a uniquely thrilling experience.

The solo flight is from 10,000 to 15,000 feet above ground level. Two instructors also jump with the participant, however, they will not be strapped in. This is a solo soaring in which the operators assist the participant in holding a position in the air.

The training for AFF lasts about 8 days. This is an advanced level of skydiving, and the participant is expected to have performed at least 2 static jumps or one tandem jump.

In case of cancellation due to bad weather conditions or for any other reason, full payment is refunded.

Drop height: 9000-10000 feet

Price: tandem jump 35,000 rupees, accelerated freefall 25,000 rupees

Known operators: Skyriders

Best time: all year round.

5. Hyderabad, Telangana

Have you ever dreamed of flying like a bird? Nothing is impossible to make your dream a reality. The city conducts skydiving near Nagarjuna Sagar Airport, which is 150 km from Hyderabad.

The static jump starts at 4,000 feet. It takes about 3 days to train, test and perform. Instructors strictly adhere to U.S. Parachute Association guidelines. If anyone wants to take a video of their flight, they must pay a nominal fee of 1,000 rupees.

Operators require a scanned copy of a participant's ID to register. The bird's-eye view will captivate you and make you wish you could soar through the sky again and again.

Drop height: 9000-10000 feet

Price: 35,000 rupees, accelerated freefall 25,000 rupees

Known Operator: Skyriders

Best time: Any time of the year.

6. Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh

There is a parachute facility at the Aligarh airstrip where you can take that spectacular giant jump. You will have to pass a fitness test to make sure that the participant is in good medical shape. A medical certificate can be provided by your doctor. The registration process will be followed by an introductory program by qualified tandem instructors.

The Aligarh airstrip is designed for 5 flights per day, so you need to reserve a seat in advance to make the flight at the appointed time.

For early birds who would like to soak up some sunshine, the reporting time is 9:00 a.m., with the jump taking place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you like to watch sunsets, you can report at 12:00 and be prepared for the jump to take place from 1:00 to 5:00 pm.

You can choose a tandem jump, in which the instructor will help you deploy the parachute for landing. In addition, there are gifts to remember you by. The Tandem Jump package includes a coffee mug and a certificate of completion.

Participants of the "memory jump" will additionally receive photos, as well as a video of the journey from heaven to earth.

Drop height: 9000-10000 feet

Known operators: SkyHigh

Best time: any time of year, but avoid planning during heavy rains.

7. Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu

Pondicherry is a popular tourist destination for several reasons. Skydiving is also on this list. In the coastal beauty you have the opportunity to try tandem as well as static jumps. A free fall from the sky will give you the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. You can see how the sea merges with the land.

Operators arrange frequent flights depending on weather conditions for those who are into extreme sports. For the static jump the minimum age is 16 years old and for the tandem jump 18 years old. The drop height for the tandem jump in Pondicherry is 10,000 feet and 4,000 feet for the static jump.

Plan a trip to this city with its impressive French colonial settlement and dare to rise and soar high.

Drop height: 10,000 feet

Price: tandem jump 27,000 rupees, static jumps:

18,000 rupees for one jump

31,000 rupees for 2 jumps

42,000 rupees for 3 jumps

62,000 rupees for 5 jumps

Known Operator: Valtair Escape Thrills, Skyriders

Best times: except for monsoon season.

What do you need to know?

Do you want to perform a parachute flight without assistance? This dream can be realized. Before you get the thrill, we'll introduce you to the main advantages and disadvantages of this extreme, but safe sport.

Manual

Pay attention to every detail during training so that you will be able to orient yourself during skydiving. Most organizers hold mandatory training sessions. If you want to learn to fly on your own, you can also sign up for classes at an equipped training center.

Make sure that you are properly familiar with the jump mechanism.

Check if the trainer is qualified with the necessary certificates.

It is best to skydive on an empty stomach, because novice thrill-seekers may feel nauseous.

Dress appropriately: athletic shorts, a tight-fitting, long-sleeved top, and lace-up shoes to keep the wind off your feet.

If you are apprehensive about skydiving, you can always ask your buddies who have jumped before!

Recommendations

Before you try something new and challenging, you can read reviews online, but don't get into every word literally. There will always be negatives in everything, and unpleasant stories are often posted online. The main thing is not to let yourself believe every word. Operators are very concerned about the safety of participants, so the chances of something going wrong are extremely low.

The height of free fall will give you a new experience. Don't torture yourself by imagining the unimaginable about how dangerous falling is, because that's exactly the beauty of it.

If you are momentarily seized by panic, relax, take a deep breath and calmly recall the training course and immediately contact your instructor by radio when you are flying solo.

Confidence is good, too, but that doesn't mean you don't need to take training if you've watched enough skydiving videos on YouTube.

It is always necessary to attend training before jumping.

Skydiving is an adrenaline-inducing activity in itself, so don't plan on drinking alcohol in the hope of doubling the experience. We can assure you that even without that the pleasure is guaranteed.

Now that you know when, where and how to skydive, get ready to spread your wings and soar high!