Mother City Skydiving
Tandem skydives from Diepkloof Airfield with licensed instructors and coastal views.
Description
Mother City Skydiving runs professionally guided tandem skydives from Diepkloof Airfield (around 70 km from Cape Town). The experienced team provides full safety briefings, modern skydiving equipment and optional photo/video packages for first-time jumpers and repeat thrill-seekers.
Booking is essential and jumps are weather-dependent; participants are accompanied by licensed tandem instructors to ensure safety while enjoying spectacular views of Table Mountain, the coastline and the surrounding farmlands.
Company Group
Mother City Skydiving
Activity Type
Skydiving
Email Address
Enquiries: info@mothercityskydiving.co.za
Phone Number
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Activities List
Freefall experience | Tandem skydiving
Estimate Duration
3 hours
Transport | 1 hour (1 Way)
Briefing / Gear Prep | 15 minutes
Flight | 15–25 minutes
Freefall | 30–45 seconds
Parachute | 4–7 minutes
Guidance Types
Fully guided by licensed tandem skydiving instructors.
Equipment Required/ Rented
All skydiving gear provided: Goggles | Harness | Jumpsuit | Parachute.
Skill Difficulty
Beginner friendly
What to Bring
Camera | Comfortable Clothing | Closed Shoes | Hair Ties | ID | Sunglasses
Additional Information
- Diepkloof Airfield is about 70 km from Cape Town; pick-up points are available from Cape Town on request.
- Photo and video packages available as add-ons.
Inside Guides
- Book far in advance, as slots fill up quickly.
- Aim for a morning slot for calmer winds and a higher likelihood of on-time departures.
- Book the higher-altitude option for longer freefall and more dramatic aerial views.
Weather Conditions
Ideal Weather: Clear / Sunny | Warm
Rain Alert: Moderate Rain (40–60%) | Windy | Fog / Low Visibility
Weather Experience: Outdoor ocean activity, highly affected by rain, wind, and visibility. Best in calm, clear conditions.
Restrictions
Minimum height: 1,2 m
Minimum weight:Â 35 kg
Maximum weight: 100 kg
Minimum age: 12 years old (with signed parental consent if under 16)
- No alcohol prior to jumping.
- Pregnant women and certain medical conditions are not permitted to jump operator screening applies.
Rules & Safety
- Tandem instructors are licensed; participants must follow the instructor’s directions at all times.
- Participants must sign a waiver.
- Safety briefing provided before the jump.
- Skydiving is conducted under PASA and Civil Aviation Authority regulations.
Reservation Policies
- Advance booking is essential.
- Cancellations must be made within 24 hours.
- Weather-dependent, rescheduling may be required.
Estimate Price Range
R3,960 – R5,000+
Entry Fees & Pricing
Tandem 10,000 ft | R3,950
Tandem 12,000 ft | R5,000Â
Addons
Handycam | R980 – Instructor-mounted GoPro captures freefall, canopy ride, and landing moments.
Gold Package | R2,350 – Handycam plus external cameraman; photos and full-length video of jump.
Extreme Ride | R500 – Spins and turns in freefall and under canopy for added thrills.
Booking Methods
Website | Whatsapp
Adventure activity
Beginner friendly
Camera packages
Experienced instructors
Freefall thrill
High safety standards
In‑flight photos
Parking
Pick-up service
Restrooms
Spectacular views
Waiting area
Weather dependent
Not child friendly
Not dog-friendly
Not wheelchair accessible
Must Tries
12 000 ft Tandem Skydive: Opt for the higher altitude for an extended freefall and longer descent time.
Optional photo & video packages: Capture your jump with professional media, creating lasting memories of your skydiving experience.
Extreme ride thrills: Add spins and turns during freefall and under canopy for an adrenaline-packed skydiving experience.
Highlights
Professional tandem instructors: Licensed staff and high safety standards ensure a top-quality experience.
Scenic aerial views: Unique panoramas of the Cape coastline, Table Mountain and surrounding farmlands on clear days.
Features
- Adventure activity
- Beginner friendly
- Camera packages
- Experienced instructors
- Freefall thrill
- High safety standards
- In‑flight photos
- Parking
- Pick-up service
- Restrooms
- Spectacular views
- Waiting area
- Weather dependent
- Not child friendly
- Not dog-friendly
- Not wheelchair accessible
Must Tries
12 000 ft Tandem Skydive: Opt for the higher altitude for an extended freefall and longer descent time.
Optional photo & video packages: Capture your jump with professional media, creating lasting memories of your skydiving experience.
Extreme ride thrills: Add spins and turns during freefall and under canopy for an adrenaline-packed skydiving experience.
Highlights
Professional tandem instructors: Licensed staff and high safety standards ensure a top-quality experience.
Scenic aerial views: Unique panoramas of the Cape coastline, Table Mountain and surrounding farmlands on clear days.
Address
Diepkloof Airfield, Malmesbury
Parking:Â On-site parking available at Diepkloof Airfield.
Opening Hours
| Monday – Sunday | 08h00 – 18h00 |
Skydiving Point
Pick up point
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