While the thought of sitting in the doorway of a small plane high above the ground - and knowing you're about to jump out - may be terrifying for some, for others it's the start of an adrenalin-packed adventure.
Several skydiving companies around Victoria offer tandem jumps or solo jumping courses. Before you take to the air, you'll be kitted out with all equipment needed and given a full briefing about what the jump will entail.
Operating out of the Tooradin Airfield, experience the exhilaration of tandem skydiving or solo skydiving over scenic Western Port with views of Melbourne and the Dandenong Ranges
www.commandoskydivers.com.auDepart from Barwon Heads Airport and experience the thrill of freefall with stunning coastal views.
www.skydive.com.auTake the plunge and experience the ultimate thrill of freefall as you enjoy unsurpassed views of Melbourne with a tandem skydive, departing from the St Kilda Marina and landing at Elwood
www.skydive.com.auSolo and tandem jumps are available at Torquay where you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of Bells Beach and the Surf Coast at one of Victoria's best coastal beach skydive locations.
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