Adventure sports are the most look forward to activity in Switzerland. Tourists are very eager to participate in these games and spend a thrilling vacation. There are many activities in Switzerland that you can enjoy. These include Skiing, Scuba Diving, Sailing, Skydiving, Hiking, Snowboarding, Cycling and Mountaineering. Skydiving in Switzerland is one of the most popular adventure sports in Switzerland.
Whether you are alone, enjoying the Skydiving in Switzerland or practicing the tandem skydives, the adrenaline rush is incomparable. There are many institutes offering lessons in Skydiving in Switzerland. Incase you are an amateur, you may get yourself enrolled in any of these institutes, to know better of the sport.
There are several sites that offer mind blowing Skydiving in Switzerland.
- The Thun Airport is the best-known site for skydiving. It houses the snowy Swiss Alps that provides a wonderful experience.
- Interlaken area with the famous Swiss mountains is also known for skydiving. In this area, airplane and helicopter jumping is also provided for. It is popular mainly for Tandem skydiving. You have to take a special ride upto 14,000 feet in the helicopter. This ride offers spectacular views of lakes, Swiss Alps and the colorful scenery of Switzerland. A qualified skydiver above the age of 16 is allowed to jump.
- The jump from 18,000 feet requires the oxygen support and landing on the glacier. It is an amazing jump. The jumps taking place over Interlaken offer the stunning panorama of deep valleys, snow-capped mountains and beautiful lakes.
Skydiving from the Tandem helicopter from the height of 12,000 feet is a very thrilling experience. A highly qualified jumpmaster is strapped to your back. It is a breath-taking experience, when you dive down the vertical face of the Eiger into the deep valleys of the Swiss Alps. Before you jump, the jumpmaster gets you ready for the jumps, and explains to you about the exact jump program and gives an idea about the jumping equipment. At the height of 12,000 feet, you get prepared for the exciting experience of a lifetime.
There are a few facts one should have an idea about, before embarking yourself on Switzerland Sky diving.
- The age bar required for Skydiving In Switzerland is above 18 years.
- Your weight should be maximum 90kg.
- The freefall time is 40 seconds.
- Total duration required is 2 hours.
- The best season for skydiving is from April to October daily and from November to March on the weekends.
- You should carry good shoes, camera and a windbreaker.
Skydiving in Switzerland is a very wonderful experience, worth trying at least once, in your lifetime.
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