Tandem Skydiving at Skydive Arizona
Take the leap from 13,000 feet with a highly experienced instructor at Arizona’s premier skydiving destination. Your first jump is guided by Adventures in Skydiving, Skydive Arizona’s first-time jumper school.
First-time jumpers welcome • Eloy, Arizona—between Phoenix & Tucson
Your First Skydive Deserves a World-Class Drop Zone.
Ready to take the leap? Experience tandem skydiving at Skydive Arizona, one of the world’s most established skydiving destinations.
Located in Eloy between Phoenix and Tucson, Skydive Arizona is where first-time jumpers come for the real skydiving experience: twin-turbine aircraft, experienced instructors, a vibrant dropzone community, and freefall from up to 13,000 feet.
No experience is required. You’ll be securely connected to a professional tandem instructor who handles the technical side of the skydive—so you can focus on the view, the freefall, and the moment you step outside the airplane.
Tandem Skydive $259
Your first tandem skydive is guided by Adventures in Skydiving, the dedicated first-time jumper school at Skydive Arizona.
From check-in through landing, our team will help you understand what to expect, get fitted into your harness, meet your instructor, and prepare for the experience ahead. You do not need to know how to skydive before you arrive—your tandem instructor will guide you through every step.
Students/military/first-responders with valid ID: $239
Why Tandem Skydiving at Skydive Arizona?
A True Skydiving Destination
Skydive Arizona is more than a place to make one jump and head home. It is a world-class skydiving center built around the sport, with a large fleet of aircraft, full-time support staff, experienced skydivers, and a community that lives for the sky.
Built for First-Time Jumpers
Adventures in Skydiving specializes in helping first-timers feel informed, prepared, and excited. Your instructor manages the technical parts of the experience while you focus on enjoying your first freefall.
Twin-Turbine Aircraft up to 13,000 Feet
Your tandem skydive begins with a scenic flight to altitude. Weather permitting, you’ll jump from up to 13,000 feet above ground level and experience roughly 50 seconds of freefall.
Make a Day of it
Bring friends and family to watch the landings, celebrate after your jump, and experience the energy of one of Arizona’s best-known skydiving destinations.
What to Expect on Your First Tandem Skydive
1. Check In and Get Ready
Arrive at your reservation time to check in, complete your waiver, and watch a safety briefing. Your reservation starts the process; it is not a guaranteed jump time. Plan to spend about half a day with us.
2. Meet Your Instructor
Your tandem instructor will fit your harness and explain the simple steps you need to know before the jump.
3. Fly to Altitude
Board one of our aircraft and enjoy the climb over the Arizona desert. The ride to altitude is part of the experience.
4. Take the Leap
Exit the aircraft securely attached to your instructor and experience the rush of freefall at around 120 mph.
5. Enjoy Your Canopy Flight
After freefall, your instructor deploys the parachute for a peaceful flight back to the dropzone.
6. Celebrate Your First Skydive
Reconnect with your group, collect your media package if selected, and enjoy the fact that you just did something unforgettable.
Capture Your First Skydive
You only make your first tandem skydive once. Add professional photo or video coverage to relive the exit, freefall, canopy ride, and landing.
Photo Package — $115
Professional still images from your skydive.
Video Package — $115
A professionally edited video of your skydiving experience, delivered after your jump.
Photo + Video Combo — $129
Get both professional photos and video from your first skydive.
Tandem Skydiving Requirements
Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
Weight Guidance
Standard tandem weight guidance is:
- Men: up to 220 lbs
- Women: up to 200 lbs
In some cases, guests above these guidelines may be accommodated with instructor approval. Contact Adventures in Skydiving before booking if you have questions.
Health and Safety
Do not consume alcohol or drugs before your skydive. Guests with relevant medical conditions, sinus or ear concerns, or physical limitations may need medical clearance or instructor approval.
What People Are Saying
Tandem Skydiving Near Phoenix and Tucson
Skydive Arizona is located in Eloy, Arizona—conveniently positioned between Phoenix and Tucson.
Whether you are planning a bucket-list adventure, celebrating with friends, visiting Arizona, or finally ready to do something outside your comfort zone, your tandem skydive begins here.
Skydive Arizona
4900 N. Taylor Street
Eloy, Arizona 85131
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Tandem skydiving is designed for first-time jumpers. You are securely connected to an instructor who manages the technical aspects of the jump.
Plan to spend about half a day at the dropzone. This includes check-in, paperwork, your briefing, gear-up, the flight to altitude, your skydive, and post-jump time.
Wear comfortable, season-appropriate clothing and secure closed-toe shoes. Bring layers in cooler weather. Do not wear sandals, flip-flops, open-toe shoes, or hard-heeled boots.
Yes. Spectators are welcome to join you at the dropzone and watch the action from the landing area. Please leave pets at home.
Skydiving is weather dependent. If conditions prevent jumping, we will notify you as soon as possible and help you reschedule. If rescheduling is not possible, refunds are handled under the applicable policy.
Yes. Freefall feels like strong wind in your face, but you can breathe normally.
Skydive Arizona is a pet-free dropzone. If you are staying in an RV on the property, your pet must stay out of the landing areas and common facilities at all times. There is plenty of desert to use for potty breaks.
Ready to Take the Leap?
Make your first tandem skydive at Skydive Arizona, guided by the first-time jumper experts at Adventures in Skydiving.