Up for an adventure? Here are the best places to go skydiving in BC

If you’re up for an adventure and aren’t afraid of heights, you can’t do much better than jumping out of a plane and freefalling 10,000+ feet back to Earth. With a parachute & skydiving equipment attached, of course!

If your routine beach days and summer swims are getting old, it’s worth looking into the many thrill-seeking activities out there in Vancouver and beyond.

So with that in mind, here are some stunning places to go skydiving in BC for the ultimate adrenaline rush.

Whistler Skydiving

Whether you’re a pro or going tandem for your first skydive, there is no better backdrop than the gorgeous greenery and mountains in Whistler. We know taking that initial leap of faith doesn’t always come easy – but the adrenaline payoff is so worth it, especially with views from 10,000 feet in the air! 2023 is the year we cross this off the bucket list.

And what better place to start than the most affordable option on this list?

Where: 1850 Airport Road, Pemberton
Cost: $95 to $160+

Skydive Okanagan 

For a skydiving experience that’s more inland but no less scenic, check out Skydive Okanagan. Within seconds of jumping, skydivers will reach speeds of over 120 miles per hour in freefall – so prepare for the ultimate rush! In addition to tandem diving, visitors can book solo and advanced sessions at their Skydiving School.

Where: 6626 Tronson Road, Vernon
Cost: $359 to $379 per person

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Skydive Vancouver – Abbotsford 

If you want to try out skydiving a little closer to home, check out Skydive Vancouver in Abbotsford. In addition to tandem skydiving, they also offer Accelerated Freefall Courses to help those keen on becoming pros learn to skydive with ease and grace. They also have special group packages that allow you and your friends to book a skydiving session, followed by a BBQ hang at their park below!

Where: 5112 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford
Cost: $329 to $359 for tandem skydiving

Skydive Vancouver Island

Last but not least, we come to Skydive Vancouver Island. Situated in the scenic Nanoose Bay (20 minutes north of Nanaimo), this centre offers seasoned skydivers and first-timers the chance to travel up to 10,000 feet above the beaches of Vancouver Island in a 40-second freefall.

Where: 1515 Island Highway East, Nanoose Bay
Cost: $395 per person

So there you have it, BC! If you’re looking for a healthy dose of adrenaline, you know where to find it.