Tandem skydive over the Palm: the essentials
A tandem skydive means you jump together with an instructor. The Palm Dropzone is the jump site with a view of Palm Jumeirah. The 2026 packages start at AED 2,199, which covers the tandem jump and medical insurance but no photos or video. The package with standard video and photos costs AED 2,749.
The name Palm Dropzone describes the jump site and the view. It is not a jump from a frond, and the monorail station at Atlantis is not the way there. Ask the operator for the exact meeting point and the transfer details when you book.
Our pick: tandem skydive over the Palm
A tandem jump with the Palm as your backdrop; for most people the photos and the edited video are what make it worth booking. The two other jumps both include pickup and photos or video, and one adds a scenic flight and a certificate.
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Tandem skydive over the Palm with transfers
- Pickup and drop-off
- Photos and video of the jump
- Licensed tandem instructor
Plan about four hours for the whole outing, since the transfers are part of the booking.
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Tandem skydive from 13,000 feet over the Palm
- Scenic flight before the jump
- Photos and video coverage
- Certificate of achievement
Gear, a safety briefing and training come with it, and you land together with your instructor.
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Tandem skydive over the Palm
- Tandem jump
- Photos of your jump
- Professionally edited video
Your jump lands you at the Palm drop zone, and you meet at the base in Dubai Marina.
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Palm skydive packages compared
Prices for the Palm Dropzone in 2026. Prices are per jumper.
| Option | What you get | Price 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Tandem with insurance | The jump and medical insurance, no photos or video | AED 2,199 |
| Tandem with video and photos | The jump, medical insurance, standard video and photos | AED 2,749 |
| Instagram edit | Add-on | plus AED 150 |
| Selfie view | Add-on | plus AED 250 |
Do not assume that every package includes photo equipment, and do not compare these prices with packages at other jump sites. For most first-timers the AED 2,749 package is the simpler choice, because the memory of the jump is included. If you only want the experience, the AED 2,199 package is enough.
Who can jump
The operator sets clear limits. Check them before you pay, because a jump can be refused at check-in.
Age
You must be 18 to 75 on the day of the jump. Jumpers aged 70 to 75 need a fitness declaration signed and stamped by a doctor.
Weight and BMI
Both limits apply at the same time. Women: up to 90 kg and a BMI of up to 27.5. Men: up to 100 kg and a BMI of up to 30.0. You are weighed at check-in with your clothes and shoes on.
24 hours before
No alcohol, no drugs and no scuba diving for at least 24 hours before the jump. Some medical conditions also require a fitness declaration.
Timing and weather
Plan three to four hours for the whole visit. The time on your booking is the time you arrive, not the time you leave the aircraft.
Wind, visibility and rain can delay or cancel a jump. If the operator cancels because of the weather, you can rebook or ask for a refund. Opening hours can change with the season, so check the current schedule for your month before you plan other things around the jump.
Build in a buffer on the day, and do not book a tight connection straight after the jump.
Skydive or helicopter flight?
Both give you the Palm from above, in very different ways.
| Tandem skydive | Helicopter flight | |
|---|---|---|
| Price 2026 | From AED 2,199 per jump | From AED 710 per shared seat |
| Time on site | 3 to 4 hours | 12 to 22 minutes in the air, check-in 45 minutes before |
| Limits | Age 18 to 75, weight and BMI limits | From age 2, up to 115 kg per seat at one operator |
| Best for | The jump itself | Seeing the whole island calmly |
For most visitors who want the view of the Palm and not the freefall, the helicopter is the better fit. Choose the skydive if the jump is the point. Jumps in the desert are a separate product, covered in the Dubai desert guide.
Skydiving over the Palm: frequently asked questions
How much does a skydive over Palm Jumeirah cost?
In 2026 the tandem with medical insurance and no photos or video is AED 2,199. With standard video and photos it is AED 2,749. An Instagram edit adds AED 150 and the selfie view adds AED 250.
What are the age and weight limits?
You must be 18 to 75 on the day. Women can weigh up to 90 kg with a BMI of up to 27.5, men up to 100 kg with a BMI of up to 30.0. Both values count, not only your weight.
How long does it take?
Plan three to four hours. Your booked time is your arrival time, not the time of the jump.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Wind, poor visibility or rain can delay or cancel the jump. After a weather cancellation you can rebook or ask for a refund.
Do I jump from the Palm itself?
No. The Palm Dropzone is the jump site with the view of the Palm. Ask the operator for the meeting point and the transfer when you book.
Can I drink the night before?
You must not drink alcohol, take drugs or go scuba diving in the 24 hours before the jump. Leave a clear margin.