Tandem Skydive in Portimão: 10,000ft jump over the Algarve

Thirty seconds of freefall at 200 km/h, tethered to an instructor.

A tandem skydive from 10,000 feet near Portimão takes about two hours total, with a 10-minute briefing, a scenic climb to altitude, and a 30-second freefall over the Algarve coast before landing back at the airfield. No experience is needed. You jump harnessed to a certified instructor. The jump certificate, all equipment and taxes are included. The minimum age is 16, and the weight limit is 100 kg (flexible to 110 kg with assessment and additional fees).

The experience

You check in at the airfield, get geared up in a jumpsuit and goggles, then board a purpose-built skydiving aircraft with your instructor. The plane climbs for about 10 minutes, giving you unobstructed views of the Algarve coastline and mountains as you reach 10,000 feet. At altitude, the door opens and you step out into freefall, accelerating to 200 km/h for a 30-second rush before your instructor deploys the parachute.

The descent under canopy is smooth and controlled, with time to take in the landscape as you drift back toward the airfield. You land on the ground, collect your commemorative jump certificate, and walk away with the adrenaline still running. The whole experience, from check-in to landing, takes about two hours. Guides speak English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and two additional languages, so language is not a barrier.

What’s included

• All skydiving equipment (jumpsuit, goggles, harness and parachute).
• a 10-minute pre-jump briefing.
• the scenic flight to 10,000 feet.
• taxes and handling fees.
• a commemorative jump certificate after landing.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to Sunday

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (16 to 17 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 100

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Dutch and Hebrew

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessiblePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Skydive Algarve

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a single adrenaline rush without group timing constraints. You're paired one-to-one with an instructor for the entire jump, so no waiting for other participants or coordinating schedules.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Hebrew and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 to 17 years). Children under 16 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need any skydiving experience to do this jump?

No experience is required. After a 10-minute briefing at the airfield, you're ready to jump. You're harnessed to a certified instructor the entire time, from the plane to landing.

What happens during the freefall part?

The freefall lasts about 30 seconds, during which you and your instructor accelerate to speeds of up to 200 km/h. Your instructor handles the parachute deployment and the controlled descent back to the airfield.

What's included in the price?

All required skydiving equipment (jumpsuit, goggles and parachute gear) is provided, along with taxes, handling fees and a commemorative jump certificate after you land.

Are there any weight or age restrictions?

The minimum age is 16 years old. Those under 18 need signed parental consent. The standard weight limit is 100 kg, though flexibility up to 110 kg is possible with assessment and additional fees.

How long does the whole experience take?

Plan for about two hours from check-in to landing, including the briefing, the 10-minute flight to altitude, the freefall and descent, and landing procedures.