What a Tandem Skydive at Skydive Sebastian Is Like

A tandem skydive at Skydive Sebastian is a jump from 13,500 ft strapped to a USPA-certified instructor, with freefall and canopy views over the Sebastian Inlet and the Atlantic coastline. It suits first-time skydivers. The standard tandem price is $219, and a weekday tandem special is $199, available Monday through Friday.

What the jump involves

• Altitude: 13,500 ft, per the site's tandem description.
• Instructor: USPA-certified, per the site.
• Views: The dropzone describes itself as the only mainland coastal dropzone actually on the Florida coastline, and says it usually flies over the Sebastian Inlet on the way to altitude. You get coastline views during the canopy flight.
• Video and photos: The site highly suggests adding video and photos, but does not list a price for these add-ons.

Price options

If your dates are flexible, a weekday visit is the cheaper tandem option. The site does not state whether the $199 special requires advance booking, so confirm when you book.

The facility

The site describes a 7-acre facility with a main hangar, a packing hangar, a team building with on-site showers, an RV park, and a camping area. There is also an on-site restaurant and grill, the Zoo Bar, serving sliders, wraps, local craft beer, wine, and other refreshments.

Who it's for

• First-time tandem skydivers: The site explicitly welcomes them.
• AFF graduates and experienced jumpers: Also served, including guest organizers and boogies.
• Anyone wanting an oceanfront jump in Florida: This is the dropzone's main draw.

Before you book

• Decide weekday vs. weekend based on the $199 vs. $219 rates.
• Ask about video/photo pricing and whether the weekday special needs advance booking, since the site doesn't specify either.
• Check the booking page or live manifest for current availability.