Gifting a Skydive: What to Know Before You Buy

Key Takeaways
Gifting a skydive starts with checking the recipient’s age, physical requirements, and genuine interest in jumping. Learn what to consider before buying, from nerves and pricing to photos, video, and bringing spectators. Skydive Palm Beach gift certificates never expire, and year-round skydiving gives recipients flexibility to plan their adventure.

Looking for a good adventure gift idea? Skydiving gift certificates can be a great choice for someone who has always wanted to jump. Before you buy, check three things: that they meet the age and physical requirements, that they genuinely want to skydive, and if/when the gift certificate expires. At Skydive Palm Beach, our gift certificates never expire, and we’re open year-round. That gives your recipient the freedom to plan their adventure when they’re ready, without an expiration date hanging over it.

Check These Skydiving Factors Before You Buy

A little preparation can help you feel confident about your gift without spoiling the surprise. Start with the requirements, then consider whether skydiving is something your recipient would actually enjoy.

• Age: Jumpers must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid, government-issued, photo ID. Parental permission doesn’t replace the age requirement. There’s no upper age limit, so a milestone birthday or retirement could be the perfect occasion.
  
• Weight: Skydive Palm Beach has a 240-pound weight limit, with a $1-per-pound surcharge for jumpers over 200 pounds. You can still give the gift without knowing their exact weight. The recipient can discuss any applicable surcharge when booking and pay it separately. If you’re concerned they may exceed the maximum, check before purchasing. That might mean letting them in on the surprise or discreetly asking someone close to them who would know.
  
• General health: Review our tandem skydiving FAQs for physical requirements. If your recipient has a medical concern, encourage them to speak with their doctor and contact us before you buy.
  
• Genuine willingness: Have they talked about wanting to skydive, or is this something you wish they would try? A skydiving gift certificate can be a wonderful encouragement for someone with skydiving on their bucket list. Someone who has clearly said they don’t want to jump, however, probably won’t appreciate being surprised with it.

If eligibility is uncertain, ask us about your options before purchasing. You’ll be able to give the gift with a clearer understanding of what to expect.

What If They’re Nervous To Skydive?

“I want to, but I’m scared” is a familiar feeling for first-time skydivers. Wanting to jump doesn’t mean someone will feel completely relaxed about stepping out of an airplane!

With a tandem skydive, the recipient is securely attached to a trained instructor who manages the parachute equipment and guides them through the experience. They don’t need previous skydiving experience or a course in jumping solo.

They are still an active participant, though. Before boarding, they’ll receive training on what to do during the exit, freefall, and landing. Their job is to listen, follow instructions, and communicate with their instructor. They don’t have to figure everything out themselves.

If they’re worried about a particular part of the jump, encourage them to ask questions. Understanding what happens can make the experience feel less unknown. You don’t need to promise they won’t be scared or convince them that their concerns are silly.

Most importantly, let the decision stay theirs. A thoughtful gift gives someone an opportunity they want, with room to choose when they’re ready to take it.

Why a Gift Without an Expiration Date Matters

Even a gift someone loves can take time to use. Work schedules fill up, travel plans change, and finding a day for an adventure can take longer than expected.

Skydive Palm Beach gift certificates never expire. That means your recipient doesn’t have to squeeze their jump into an already busy month just because you gave it to them for a birthday or holiday.

Our year-round operation gives them flexibility, too. They can plan around a Florida vacation, coordinate with a friend who also wants to jump, or choose a date that suits their schedule.

For someone who has wanted to skydive for years, the certificate can be the encouragement to start planning. You’re giving them something to look forward to, with time to make the day their own.

Can You Go With Them?

Absolutely! You can purchase a jump for yourself and make it a shared adventure or come along to cheer from the ground.

You don’t have to step out of an airplane to be part of the celebration. Friends and family are welcome at Skydive Palm Beach, with a clear view of the landing area. Being there for the anticipation beforehand and the reaction afterward can make the gift feel even more personal.

Dogs are welcome, too, provided they’re attended. If you’re bringing children or a furry family member, plan for someone to stay with them while others jump.

Whether you’re celebrating as a couple or bringing the whole support crew, the gift can become a day you share together.

How Much is a Skydiving Voucher?

How much does it cost to give skydiving as a gift? Skydive Palm Beach offers two gift certificate options:

• $220: Tandem skydive.
• $340: Tandem skydive with photos and video.

The jump itself is the heart of the gift. If your budget allows, adding photos and video gives your recipient a way to revisit it afterward. Video lets them catch details they missed and share the experience with people who couldn’t be there.

If the media package doesn’t fit your gift budget, you can still give the jump, and your recipient can easily add on photos and video themselves.

When Is a Skydive a Good Gift?

Birthdays, Christmas, graduations, anniversaries, and retirements can all be great reasons to give someone their first skydive. It can also be a thoughtful choice for the person who buys themselves everything but keeps saying, “I’ve always wanted to try that.”

The occasion matters less than knowing your recipient. Have they pointed out skydiving videos, asked about your jump, or mentioned it whenever bucket lists come up? Those are better clues than simply assuming they like anything adventurous.

You can make the gift more personal with a note about why you chose it, an offer to come along, or plans to celebrate afterward. You’re giving them an experience and showing that you’ve paid attention to something they want to do.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gifting a Skydive

How do I get a skydiving certificate?

Start by checking that the recipient wants to jump and meets the requirements. Then choose a tandem skydive gift certificate, with or without photos and video, through our gift certificate page.

How much does a skydiving gift certificate cost?

Skydiving gift certificates start at $200 when paying with cash or $220 when paying by credit card. An additional weight surcharge applies to jumpers over 200 pounds. 

Do skydiving gift certificates expire?

Skydive Palm Beach gift certificates never expire. We’re also open year-round, giving recipients flexibility when planning their jump.

What if the recipient can’t meet the skydiving requirements?

Contact us before purchasing if you’re unsure about eligibility. If you’ve already bought a certificate, get in touch to discuss the situation and ask what options are available.

Can a skydiving gift certificate be transferred to someone else?

Yes! If the original recipient is no longer eligible to skydive, the gift certificate can be transferred to someone else who meets the skydiving requirements. 

How far is Skydive Palm Beach from West Palm Beach?

We’re located at Palm Beach County Glades Airport in Pahokee, near Lake Okeechobee, about an hour’s drive from West Palm Beach. Allow for traffic and check directions from your starting point.

Give Them Something to Look Forward To

If they’ve been talking about skydiving and meet the requirements, this could be the gift that finally gets their adventure on the calendar. Join them in the airplane or be there to celebrate when they land.

Give the gift of a skydive with a Skydive Palm Beach gift certificate!