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

Additional Links

News | Rates | Transport

Email Address

Enquiries: info@mothercityskydiving.co.za

Phone Number

Social Media

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:  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 | R5,000 

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: On-site parking available at Diepkloof Airfield.

Opening Hours

Monday – Sunday 08h00 – 18h00

Skydiving Point

Pick up point

What To Expect

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