Type of Attraction, Tour, Activity: Activity Tour
Introduction: Put your courage to the test as you embark on a tandem skydive in Las Vegas. Training is provided before boarding a plane and heading up to jump altitude - over 2 miles above the earth! A unique way to enjoy beautiful views of Mount Charleston, Red Rock Canyon and the Las Vegas Strip.Special Offer - Price displayed currently includes a discount of $50 off the regular retail price and includes a FREE souvenir T-shirt - BOOK NOW!
Description: When you arrive at the drop zone you will be equipped with a jumpsuit, soft helmet, goggles and a harness. This will connect you to your instructors equipment prior to jumping. After being double-checked you will be led to the airplane and seat belted in ready for take off.
As the plane rolls down the runway and lifts off you can have pride in yourself that you have made a commitment to face a challenge and embark on one of life's truly special experiences. While you enjoy the beautiful views of Mount Charleston, Red Rock Canyon and the Las Vegas Strip the pilot will be guiding the plane to the jump altitude over 2 miles above the earth. As jump time approaches your instructor will give you one final check and then via 4 attachment points secure you to his equipment (each upper attachment is capable of holding 5000 lbs.)
When the door finally opens and you exit the aircraft most students say their fears stay in the plane and the feeling they are left with they describe only as indescribable! For over 45 seconds falling at speeds in excess of 120 MPH you will finally understand why the birds sing! All too quickly you will find the parachute opening and your adrenaline charged free-fall transitions into a quite peaceful parachute decent. During the 5-7 minutes it takes to reach the ground your instructor can provide either a sedate gentle ride to the ground or a more radical roller coaster experience demonstrating spins and stalls as he skillfully takes you to the landing area.
Special Offer - Price displayed currently includes a discount of $50 off the regular retail price and includes a FREE souvenir T-shirt - BOOK NOW!
Duration: 5 hours
Included: - Roundtrip shuttle from the Monte Carlo Casino (if option chosen)
- Training
- Expert and qualified instructor
- All equipment
- Certificate of Completion
- T-shirt
- DVD of your skydive experience (if option chosen at time of booking)
Exclusions:
Special Policy: - This tour is not suitable for children aged 17 years and under
- All participants must be at least 18 years of age (ID will be required)
Additional Information: - This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
- One of the first things you will do upon arrival is receive a pre jump documentation package. This will include such information as your weight (there are different sized parachutes so please be accurate), your date of birth, your driving license details, etc. as well as a waiver and release of liability form for your review. Although everything possible is done to ensure your safety, there are inherent risks associated with skydiving and aviation related activities, and in order to participate it is important you understand and acknowledge this.
- Thanks to the nature of the tandem skydive, the formal training required can be kept to a minimum as your personal tandem master will control the free-fall and the parachute decent. However there is some information and rules that you need to be familiar with to help with the safe outcome of the jump. By educating you as what to expect in the airplane, how to hold your body during free-fall and what to expect when the parachute opens your fears can be eased and your fun maximized.
FAQ's
What is it like to skydive?
You have try it to find out! It's like nothing else you've ever experienced! You don't get that "roller-coaster" feeling of dropping; it is more like "floating on air".
What is a tandem jump?
Making the leap of a lifetime has been made more available thanks to the tandem jump. You will be securely attached to your personal tandem-master who will guide you through the whole experience, enabling you to relax, knowing you are with a fully trained professional. This takes away the anxiety of jumping alone, and helps make your day truly unforgettable.
Can anybody skydive?
You need to be 18 yrs of age with valid picture ID, weigh less than 240 lbs. (must be height and weight proportionate, some restrictions may apply) and be in generally good health.
Are you recommended by the united states parchute organisation?
YES - in fact we are the ONLY drop zone in Nevada included in the USPA monthly magazine' Parachutist.
Where do you land?
For obvious safety reasons our landing area is located a short but safe distance away from busy airport traffic.
What should I wear?
Dress accordingly for the conditions. During the hot summer months, shorts and t-shirts are fine as we provide jumpsuits to all tandem divers. Sneakers are recommended.
Will weather ever be a problem?
We have the best-reported weather conditions of any airport in Nevada. Rarely does the weather prevent us from skydiving and usually the conditions at the airport are better than on the Strip.