Trade the safari vehicle for an aircraft door on this half-day tandem skydive above Kajjansi Airfield, near Kampala. Climb to 10,000–14,000 feet, freefall alongside a certified instructor at speeds over 100 mph, then glide back down under canopy with sweeping views of Lake Victoria and the Ugandan countryside below. No experience is necessary — your instructor handles the technical side entirely, making this an accessible yet extraordinary addition to any Uganda trip.
Sky Diving Tour
- 1 Day
Adult
Child
From
$450.00
Per Adult
From
$200.00
Per Child
Description
Duration
1 Day
Language
English
Skydiving Tour Highlights
A bird's-eye view of Lake Victoria's shoreline, 30–60 seconds of pure free fall adrenaline, and a calm, scenic canopy ride back to earth. It's a rare bragging-rights adventure in a region where skydiving is offered in only a handful of countries, and pairs naturally with Jinja's rafting and bungee jumping or as a bold bookend to a gorilla trekking safari.
Included
- Return transport from Kampala or Entebbe to Kajjansi Airfield
- Full pre-jump safety briefing and equipment fitting
- Tandem skydive (10,000 or 14,000 feet) with a certified tandem instructor
- All safety equipment (harness, jumpsuit, and parachute rig)
- Skydiving certificate
Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Accommodation
- Meals and drinks not specified above
- Photo and video package of your jump (available as a paid add-on)
- Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended — confirm it covers skydiving)
- Tips and gratuities
- Any items of a personal nature
Travel Itinerary
08:00 AM - Pickup From Hotel/ Residence
Collection from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe and transfer to Kajjansi Airfield.
08:30 AM - Arrival & Registration
Check in at the airfield, complete registration paperwork and waivers, and meet your tandem instructor.
09:00 AM - Safety Briefing & Gear-Up
A full safety briefing covering body position, exit technique, and landing, followed by fitting of your harness and jumpsuit.
09:30 AM - Flight to Altitude
Board the aircraft and climb to 10,000–14,000 feet, taking in an aerial preview of Lake Victoria and the surrounding landscape along the way.
10:00 AM - The Jump
Exit the aircraft tandem with your instructor for 30–60 seconds of freefall, followed by a scenic canopy ride back down to the airfield.
10:30 AM - Landing & Certificate
Touch down, debrief with your instructor, collect your skydiving certificate, and review your photo/video package if booked.
1:00 AM - Return Transfer
Drop-off back at your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe, or onward transfer if this is part of a wider itinerary.
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions About Skydiving
No. This is a tandem jump, meaning you're securely harnessed to a certified instructor with a minimum of 800 jumps and extensive training. They handle the exit, freefall position, and canopy flight — you simply enjoy the ride.
Tandem skydiving is one of the safer forms of extreme sport when operated by certified professionals with well-maintained equipment, including automatic activation devices (AAD) as a backup safety measure. As with any adventure activity, some inherent risk remains, which is why travel insurance covering skydiving is strongly recommended.
Requirements vary slightly by operator but generally start around 13–18 years of age, with weight limits also applying. We'll confirm the exact requirements for your booking dates when you enquire.
Comfortable, secure clothing and lace-up footwear that won't come off during the jump. Avoid loose scarves, jewelry, or anything that could interfere with the harness.
Yes. Skydiving only proceeds in safe weather conditions, and jumps may be rescheduled at short notice if conditions aren't suitable. We recommend building a flexible day into your itinerary around this activity, especially if it's a trip highlight
Yes, most operators offer a photo and video package as an optional add-on, capturing your briefing, the jump itself, and your landing. This can be arranged at the time of booking.
Absolutely. Skydiving is easiest to arrange near the start or end of a Uganda itinerary, given its proximity to Kampala and Entebbe. It pairs well with a Jinja adventure day (rafting, bungee jumping) or a Kampala/Entebbe city stopover before or after a national park safari.
Yes, a helicopter skydiving option is available at Busiika, Luwero, for travelers wanting an added layer of adventure with a scenic helicopter ascent before the jump. Availability runs on a more limited schedule, so advance booking is recommended.
A few days to a week's notice is generally sufficient, though booking further ahead is advisable during busy travel periods or if you specifically want the helicopter option at Busiika.
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