Skydiving in Quepos2026-07-27T11:00:36+00:00
FREE FALL – COSTA RICA
SKYDIVING
IN QUEPOS
Google ★★★★★ 5,0 | 461 reviews

FREE FALL IN COSTA RICA
Skydiving in Quepos

Google ★★★★★ 5,0 | 461 reviews

Open every day, weather permitting.

Book now, pay on the day of the tour

Flexible plans, free cancellation

Certified pilots. Insurance policy.

Paratrike, suitable for people with disabilities

PARACHUTE JUMP

Skydiving in Quepos

Panoramic views of Manuel Antonio National Park

If you're looking for the purest adrenaline rush in Costa Rica, a tandem skydive from Quepos is the perfect choice. We take off from the Boca Naranjo Aerodrome, just minutes from Manuel Antonio, and whisk you to the top for a thrilling freefall, accompanied at all times by a certified instructor. It's a unique experience, ideal for those who want to check skydiving off their list of adventures while enjoying one of the most spectacular views of the Central Pacific.

How the jump works
  • Reservation and reconfirmation: Complete the booking form. We will contact you 24 hours before your jump to reconfirm the date, time, and location based on the forecasted weather conditions.
  • Arrival at the airport: Please arrive at the Boca Naranjo Aerodrome in Quepos, wearing closed shoes and comfortable clothing.
  • Safety talk: The certified instructor explains the equipment, the procedure, and answers your questions before the jump.

  • Ascent: You take off in a small plane to the jump altitude, already enjoying the first views of Manuel Antonio and the coast.
  • Free fall: Tandem jumping, always attached to your instructor by means of a certified harness.

  • Parachute opening and descent: several minutes of smooth flight contemplating the landscape before landing.

THE EXPERIENCE

Parachute jump

Boca Naranjo Aerodrome · Flight over Manuel Antonio

The Manuel Antonio coast and National Park. The Central Pacific coastline, with its beaches and cliffs, Quepos and its surroundings, seen from a perspective few experience. The contrast between the rainforest and the ocean is typical of this region of Costa Rica. It's one of the most intense and memorable ways to experience Manuel Antonio: first, you'll see the entire landscape from the air.

General Information
  • Timetable · From 7:00am · Subject to weather conditions.
  • Age / Weight: Over 18 years old. 90 kg/198 lb. An additional charge of $20 applies for every 5 kg between 90 kg and 115 kg (maximum allowed).

  • Clothing: • Closed shoes • Long sleeves.

  • Confirmation 24 hours in advance · If the weather is not optimal, we will cancel, reschedule, or offer you an alternative so that you don't make the trip in vain.

  • Payment: Cash or SINPE on the day of the tour. 50,000 CLP advance payment upon booking.

RATES

Prices and Options

What's included in the jump?

Manuel Antonio

$389

Aranjuez

$489
What does the jump include?
  • Certified Instructor and all the equipment needed

  • Time: 20-30 seconds of freefall and 5-8 minutes with a parachute.

  • Business insurance INS with specific coverage

  • Instructions pre-jump

  • Video and photos, It is something unrelated to the reserve. CONSULT THE PILOT.

WHY FLY WITH US

Is it safe?

Certified pilots · Checked equipment

  • More than 25 years of experience
    Pilot licenses in Spain (FAM · FAI) and Costa Rica (DGAC). Paragliding Sports Technician. Experience in Spain, Caldera and Esterillos Este.

  • Confirmation 24 hours in advance
    We'll notify you the day before at 5:00 PM if conditions aren't ideal. We'll cancel, reschedule, or offer you an alternative—so your trip isn't wasted.

  • Valid INS policy
    Activity insurance with specific coverage for paragliding in Costa Rica. Renewed annually.

  • Official Niviuk distributor:
    Certified and annually inspected equipment. Official distributors of Niviuk paragliders for Costa Rica and Panama.

LOCATION

How to get there

Tours every day

The meeting point is at the Boca Naranjo Aerodrome in Quepos. Enjoy a scenic flight over Manuel Antonio, followed by a 30-second freefall from 3,000 meters, with the Pacific Ocean below. The instructor will take care of everything during the jump. No prior experience is necessary. Just show up.

Aranjuez Airpark
Paratrike and Skydiving: Aranjuez Flying Club, 20 minutes from Caldera. We flew over Míramar, enjoying panoramic views of the Nicoya Peninsula: Monteverde, Esparza, Puntarenas, and Caldera.
Esterillos Este
Paratrike: Take off from the beach and fly over the ocean, perfect for watching the sunset. Paragliding and paratriking. Flights over the waterfront, panoramic views of Herradura and Jacó beach.
Jaco
Paragliding and Paratrike: . Flights over the Costanera, panoramic views of Herradura and Jacó beach.
Quepos
Paratrike and Skydiving: Boca Naranjo Aerodrome. Breathtaking views of Quepos, flight over the coast and Manuel Antonio National Park.
Dominical
Paragliding: Dominicalito Beach. Breathtaking views of the Pacific, takeoff from Dominical, flight over the coast and landing on Dominicalito Beach.
Cobano
Autogiro: Cobano Airport. 20 minutes from Santa Teresa. Flight over Montezuma and Malpaís.
Turrialba
Paragliding: From the viewing platform, you can see views of the Turrialba Volcano and the whole of the Turrialba Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have any questions?

Frequently asked questions

What are the age and weight requirements for skydiving?2026-07-10T15:03:17+00:00

Please check the specific activity conditions before booking, as skydiving has different age and weight requirements than other activities such as paragliding or paratriking. Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum weight: 115 kg (extra charge for weight over 90 kg).

Do I need prior experience?2026-07-28T11:41:15+00:00
No. Tandem flying requires no prior experience or preparation. The certified pilot takes care of everything—from takeoff to landing. You just have to show up.
Where is the meeting point and what time is it?2026-07-28T12:08:46+00:00
Upon reconfirming your booking via WhatsApp the day before the tour, usually at 5:00 PM, we will send you the exact meeting point location and arrival instructions with the expected time. If you have any questions, please consult the "How to Get Here" section or contact us directly via WhatsApp so we can send you the location again using Waze, Google Maps, or other tracking information.
What happens if there is bad weather on the day of the flight?2026-07-15T17:44:40+00:00

We'll contact you 24 hours in advance to confirm the weather conditions. If the weather isn't ideal, we'll cancel at no cost, reschedule for another day, or offer you an alternative activity with enough notice so your trip isn't wasted.

What are the general conditions for skydiving?2026-07-10T14:53:04+00:00

The price includes:
All the necessary equipment.
A certified instructor.
20–30 seconds of free fall.
A 5- to 8-minute parachute flight.
Jump Certificate.
A brief warm-up before the adventure.
Photos and videos, if purchased as part of the package, are delivered in standard edited format. As a matter of company policy, unedited clips are not provided.

Flight information:
We'll be jumping from a Cessna 182, so each flight will carry 2 people, 2 instructors, and the pilot.
For safety reasons, both for participants and instructors, cameras, cell phones, and personal electronic devices are not permitted. The entire experience—from the interview, the flight, the freefall, the parachute descent, and the landing—will be recorded by each instructor’s camera.
Recording is permitted before and after the jump within the facility.

Recommendations
Comfortable sportswear
Closed-toe shoes required
Sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and extra clothes
Eat a light meal before jumping
You can bring snacks
Allow 3 to 5 hours for the entire experience (depending on external factors such as the weather)

Restrictions:
Personal items are not allowed on the plane (cell phones, action cameras, etc.).
It is prohibited to jump with objects that interfere with the instructor's work or pose a risk.
The consumption of alcohol or psychotropic substances is not permitted before the jump.
Damaged, marked, or torn bills will not be accepted.
Maximum weight allowed: 90 kg (198 lb). A surcharge will be applied for every 5 kg over the limit, up to a maximum of 115 kg.
For adventurers 18 years of age or older only.

Reservation Policy:
A deposit of $100 per person is required to make the reservation; this deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. If the participant does not show up on the day of the jump, the reservation will be forfeited, except in cases of force majeure, in which case a medical certificate must be submitted at least 4 days in advance. If, due to weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control, the jump cannot take place on the scheduled day, it will be rescheduled. at no additional cost.

To make a reservation, we offer the following options:
Maximum weight of 115 kg.
For adventurers 18 years of age or older only.
Please read carefully! Important: If foreign nationals pay in cash, the 13% tax does not apply to them.

Do I need to pay in advance for booking an activity?2026-07-10T14:54:55+00:00

For certain activities, such as skydiving, gyrocopter flights, or light aircraft flights, a deposit is required at the time of booking to cover potential unforeseen expenses. These expenses, which the company believes should not be incurred as they are beyond its control, nevertheless generate costs in time, materials, and personnel. Once a deposit has been paid for an activity (aerial activity or gift certificate), there are no refunds. However, the activity date can always be rescheduled at any time.

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WHAT OUR PASSENGERS ARE SAYING

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Pura Vida Paragliding, in the capacity of reservation center, operates with the leading companies and reliable companies in Costa Rica within the tourism sector of aviation activities. This represents a warranty For anyone who wants to take a activity with confidence to know that the operators meet all the relevant requirements. Each assigned tour operator to the selected activity applies its own terms, conditions, and policies in their reserves; they are therefore ultimately responsible for the activity.

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