Ever seen those incredible guys in the “squirrel suits” and thought, “wow only in my dreams”? Well not anymore! Vincent and Ambroise from SkyVibration have been working on a truly unique experience – a world’s first, available right here in Interlaken Switzerland – a wingsuit tandem skydive!

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So, how does tandem wingsuit work?

“A wingsuit is a one-piece garment that enables a person to glide through the air when in freefall, having sections of fabric between the arms and legs that inflate when the wearer jumps from an aircraft or a high place.”

Your instructor (who is in control at all times) wears the wingsuit and you are strapped to the front, after a bit of training (nothing too serious) you head up in the helicopter to 14,000ft and jump out. Once you’re out in the air, you and your instructor glide up to 3km distance and reach speeds of 250km per hour (between 1 and 2 minutes of freefal)l – it’s a thrill like no other!

Once the parachute opens, you can then celebrate, relax, take in the scenery and enjoy the canopy flight down to the ground.

What’s the difference between a wingsuit skydive and a normal skydive?

There is a huge difference between a regular skydive and a wingsuit skydive. With a regular tandem, you’ll be travelling vertically, straight down on your belly with the instructor attached above you. With a wingsuit tandem, you are travelling forwards (travelling up to 3km distance) as well as down.

Is Tandem Wingsuit safe?

Safety in skydiving is always the number one priority – the instructors don’t want to get hurt, just as much as they don’t want you to get hurt.

The accident rate for tandem jumps is the lowest of all extreme sports – less than 1 in 1 million jumps. The equipment is certified, approved, and subject to the same rigorous standards and regular checks as in aviation.

For the Tandem Wingsuit, Skyvibration has chosen to use the most modern equipment, for both the parachute and the wingsuit.

• The tandem wingsuit pilots are the only ones in the world certified for this activity.
• Skyvibration has demonstrated that the level of safety in Tandem Wingsuiting reaches Excellence, in order to obtain its certifications.
• The equipment is the most modern available.
• They have completed more than 300 successful tandem wingsuit jumps already.

Who can Tandem Wingsuit?

The wingsuit tandem is available to everyone over 12 years old (with a certificate signed by both parents for minors) that weigh between 40 and 85 kg. For those over 60 years old, a medical certificate stating that there is no contraindication to tandem skydiving. You must be in good overall health and able to raise the knees to the chest for landing (a medical questionnaire will be completed).

“Fill your life with experiences, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show”

2023 is going to be all about unique experiences, experiences that you will cherish for the rest of your life. A wingsuit tandem from a helicopter, over the Swiss Alps will be an experience of a lifetime – one that is impossible to forget.

If you’re interested in this activity or have any other questions get in touch.

Price: Starting CHF 7.500,00
We recommend having at least three days’ windows of availability in case of cancelation due to weather conditions.

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If you’re planning your next summer vacation and searching for the best destination where you can find adrenaline and unique experiences, visit Interlaken! Known as the Capital of Adventure, the town offers activities for the entire family.

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Here are 8 reasons to visit Interlaken in Summer:

#1 The weather in Interlaken is amazing during Summer
Besides having endless summer days, the temperature drops max to 14 degrees during July and goes up to 24 degrees. The best time to visit Interlaken is from June to September so that you can practice many outdoor activities.

#2 You can go canyoning
Get the taste of exploring nature in a fun and adventurous way. Go through rock formations and mountain scenery, do rappel, jumps, fast slides and swim all in one day. With beautiful mountains and lakes, Interlaken offers various locations to go canyoning, such as Grimsel, Chli Schliere, Zulg, and different levels that go from beginners to advanced.
You can read more about other activities in Interlaken here.

#3 River rafting in Interlaken is the most fun you will experience on the water
Interlaken is known for its white water river rafting, so it is definitely a place to experience peaks of adrenaline and unforgettable moments.
In crystal clear waters, surrounded by mountains, there are many options for river rafting tours. There are tours where kids from 8 years can participate and others for those who want adventure and challenges.

#4 Go kayaking on the crystal clear blue water of Lake Brienz
This activity can also be practiced during winter, but there is something magical about the lake during summer. Go through the calm waters of Lake Brienz and enjoy the spectacular Swiss scenery. Paddle through the water and experience the surroundings in a fun way.

#5 Fun at night! Pub crawl in Interlaken
After a nice day outside, how about having fun in one of the many pubs in the mountain town. Try some good beer, live music, and meet new people from all around the world.

#6 Take a train ride to Jungfrau and visit the Top of Europe (the highest train station in Europe)
Leaving Interlaken, hop on a train ride to Jungfrau and experience the beautiful panorama views that will take your breath away. There are several panoramic restaurants, shops, and exhibitions on the top.

#7 Bungee jump in the Swiss Alps
While enjoying a spectacular view, jump from Stockhorn Bungy, one of the world’s most breathtaking and unique bungee sites. You’ll be lifted 134 meters up in a mountain gondola and will jump over the lake Stockensee.

#8 Enjoy the rush of a lifetime on a Skydive from a helicopter
On a skydive in Interlaken, you’ll have the chance to experience a scenic flight where you’ll see all the incredible beauty of Interlaken, the two beautiful glacier lakes on either side, and the world-famous Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau on the background. Jump from 14,000ft (4.000meters), freefall for around 45 seconds and after the parachute opens, fly over the city like a pro.
Now that you know why Switzerland in July is excellent, especially Interlaken, start planning your trip! You can start by booking your next Helicopter Skydive Interlaken here.

Switzerland is a country that offers fantastic views and incredible locations. Known for being a destination where you can breathe in the clear mountain air, enjoy beautiful views, and try different activities.

Also, visiting Switzerland is very easy for those who don’t speak the official languages – German, French, Romansh, and Italian, since many Swiss speak several languages.

Activities such as hikes, bike tours, and the most impressive and adrenaline-filled of all, skydiving.

If you’re still on the fence about your next vacation destination, here are 6 reasons why Switzerland is a top destination to go skydiving in Europe!

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1. Switzerland offers unique views

Switzerland is a country that offers fantastic views and incredible locations. Known for being a destination where you can breathe in the clear mountain air, enjoy beautiful views, and try different activities.

Not only can you appreciate the views while jumping, but during your helicopter ride, you have the chance to experience an unforgettable scenic flight before skydiving.

2. Skydiving in Switzerland is safe!

We know that jumping from a helicopter and freefalling from 14,000ft sounds pretty overwhelming – and trust us, the priority is that everyone goes through this amazing experience safely.

At Skydive Interlaken, we make sure to work with the best equipment. Our Skydiving tandem instructors have to undergo intensive training before getting qualified. We’re part of the Swiss Skydive Federation which means we have specific standards to keep up with and are audited regularly.

If you want to know more, read our blog: 5 Reasons why Skydiving is Safe.

3. You can experience Skydiving in Interlaken!

Interlaken is often described as the adventure capital of Europe. Lots of activities, incredible nature, and qualified companies can make your dreams come true. If you choose Skydiving in Interlaken, here is what you’ll experience:

• Scenic flight through the narrow valley of Lütschental up to the Schynige Platte mountain ridge
• Panoramic views of Interlaken
• The two beautiful glacier lakes on either side
• The world-famous Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in the background

Here’s how people who skydived in Interlaken described this adventure:“The skydive from the helicopter was simply the best experience of my life! I would recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy life!”.

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4. Switzerland has some of the most beautiful mountains, and you can fly over some of them!

For example, The Eiger, located in Berne, is famous for its unique beauty and offers a fantastic view of the Valley of Grindelwald. Imagine visiting the Eiger then jumping from ~14,500ft/4300m in front of the world-famous North Face.

5. Skydiving over the famous Lauterbrunnen Valley in Switzerland

This small village in the heart of the Swiss Alps is worth your time. Located near the city of Bern, Lauterbrunnen has the well-known mountains – Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau – that you can see when skydiving!

Before your skydive, enjoy a scenic flight around the valley’s steep walls, passing multiple waterfalls and glaciers.

6. Experience different adventures in Switzerland

Besides going skydiving, you have many other options of fun activities to explore in Switzerland. If you want to keep your adrenaline high, you can also experience:

• River Rafting in some of the best whitewater rafting in the Swiss Alps,
• Canyoning
• Bungee jump,
• And much more! If you want to check these activities, check Other Activities.

But if you’re searching for fun for the family, there are also some fantastic options, such as:

• Trip to the Harder Kulm, top of Interlaken.
• Visit the Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe, and more.

Now that you know why Skydiving in Switzerland should be o your bucket list for this summer, get ready to book your next adventure! You can choose your amazing skydiving here.

For those who dream to fly, skydiving is probably the closest that you will come to it. After jumping off a plane, you can experience the freefall where, well, you’re just falling in the sky. After those precious seconds, you’re ready to open the parachute and just enjoy the view. This is why is so important to choose a scenic place to go skydiving! All that anxiety and adrenaline should be the focus on something pretty incredible, with a breathtaking view and an awesome background for your pictures.  

Here are some of the best scenic places in the world where you should skydive.

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Blue Hole, Belize

Are you a big fan of crystal clear tropical waters? If you’re agreeing with this, then you should visit the Great Blue Hole, this underwater sinkhole in Belize. In this scenic skydiving, you’ll jump off a plane at 10,000 ft and land in the water. Pretty intense, right?   

Enjoy the view in Interlaken, Switzerland

One of the best scenic skydiving in the world, Interlaken has the beautiful and snowy mountains, the unique lakes and a breathtaking view. Jump off a helicopter from 14,000 ft and enjoy a panoramic view of Eiger, Jungfrau, and Interlaken.

Skydiving in Dubai

We have mentioned before Dubai, but this is one of the most famous skydiving sites in the world for a good reason. The iconic Palm Jumeirah Island dropzone is worth the jump. See from above the artificial island and see the skyscrapers in the background. It’s a vi

Jump from 13,000 ft.

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Jumping in the Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Jump off a plane at 16,000 ft in a beautiful landscape such as Fox Glacier is a lifetime experience. You have almost 60 seconds of freefall and then just enjoy the views of the Fox Glacier, Tasman Sea, mountains and the rainforest.

Skydive in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland

If it’s beautiful enough to inspire the elf kingdom in Lord of the Rings than is beautiful enough to skydive. In the Lauterbrunnen valley, you can jump off a helicopter at 12,000 ft and see the steep walls, water fountains, and glaciers from above.

Skydiving in the Grand Canyon, USA

This popular and incredible natural wonder is incredible from above. You have the chance to jump off a plane and have a panoramic view from the majestic Grand Canyon. which some describe as a lifetime experience.

Of course, here at Skydive Interlaken we believe that you just can’t beat helicopter skydiving over the Swiss Alps! But, we totally understand that not everyone can make it here to us, so we put together a list of our other favorite or iconic places to skydive around the world. 

Skydive Dubai – The Palm

This popular destination is known for its incredible drop zone. Located within the city of Dubai, the highlight of a tandem experience here is the stunning view of the iconic Palm Jumeirah island from 13,000 ft.

Skydiving in Queenstown, New Zealand 

Queenstown is famously known for adventure and beautiful landscapes, it is a very popular holiday destination in both summer and winter. The drop zone is located at the base of the famous Remarkables mountain range surrounded by a working sheep farm. Jump from a perfectly good airplane at 15,000ft in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. 

Skydive Mount Everest, Nepal

Although this is not the cheapest skydive in the world, this high-altitude jump will surely blow your mind. Jumping from 23,000ft next to the highest peak in the world has to be extremely special! The price doesn’t just include the jump, but also a few different activities to show you what the Himalaya has to offer, deep in the heart of Sherpa country.

Skydive Geronimo Rottnest, Australia

Located just 19kms off the coast of Fremantle, Rottnest Island has been described as Perth’s island paradise. Western Australia’s coast is absolutely breathtaking and you will get a great view of it from 15,000ft with Skydive Geronimo. 

Skydiving in Interlaken, Switzerland

Here at Skydive Interlaken we offer three different jumps. Our most popular is over the beautiful Interlaken, one of the best holiday destinations for adventure seekers in both summer and winter. You first take a luxurious helicopter scenic flight with a breathtaking view of the Swiss Alps and of course the famous Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. At 14,000ft the door will open and you find yourself standing on the skit of the helicopter! The feeling of your feet leaving the helicopter is one of the best feelings in the world, it is really an experience you will cherish for the rest of your life.

Thinking about trying skydiving for the first time? Here are some things you might experience when you jump, and also some skydiving testimonials so you can learn more about it. Just a quick reminder: skydiving is when you jump off a helicopter or airplane from 14’000ft, freefall about 45 seconds and then open the parachute. Pretty exciting, right?

Ok, so back to the way skydiving will make you feel. Skydiving is super safe – and you know that – but you will still feel a little nervous and wondering why you decided to jump out of a perfectly good helicopter. But the slight nervousness is normal, and as soon as you are in freefall the adrenalin kicks in – you won’t be able to wipe the smile from your face.

When you jump off, most people think is common to feel something in your stomach, like in the roller coaster, but that’s not something you will feel.

The first thing you’ll notice is how strong the wind feels on your body and how loud it sounds. You might also notice the temperature change, the air feels much cooler when you are free-falling through it (keep in mind that you’ll be wearing a jumpsuit so you won’t be freezing). You’ll also have that feeling of flying. Yes, that magical feeling that we always dream about happens during skydiving. When the parachute is open, you’ll feel the change in speed from 200mph to 30mph, and this is when you’ll relax and enjoy the view.

Here is a review we received in TripAdvisor that can resume what you’ll get jumping with us:

“We did the scenic helicopter route and tandem skydiving back in October, such an amazing experience! The team taking care of us was very professional, reassuring – and hilarious! We had so much fun. Also, since you’re spending a lot of time in the air be sure to enjoy the view, it’s absolutely stunning. Mountains covered in snow and completely turquoise lakes. You can barely believe it’s real! Thanks a lot for this incredible experience! Can’t recommend enough”.

If you want to read more reviews about the experiences we offer, take a look at our TripAdvisor page. You can also check out this helicopter Skydiving video that our crew filmed: 

Now that you know how it feels to skydive, how about trying it out? Check out our first jump page and discover everything you need to know for your first skydiving experience.

One of our most popular questions here at Skydive Interlaken is about safety. For a first time skydiver, jumping from a helicopter and freefalling from 14,000ft can seem out of control! But it is quite the opposite. Statistics show us that a person is more likely to win the lottery or get struck by lightening than die from a tandem skydive. If we still haven’t convinced you, then read below the 5 reasons why skydiving is safe for you. 

1. The Equipment 

The first recorded free fall jump is credited to Leslie Irvin in 1919 and the earliest competitive skydives date back to the 1930’s. Skydiving became much more mainstream once the military began developing parachute technology and used the act of skydiving as a tactical move during World War II. The sport has come a long way since the days of military jumping with round parachutes where the wind would determine where you would land! 

The tandem equipment that is used today for skydiving has been continuously developed and improved for over 40 years. One of the most important safety innovations considered in skydiving was the invention of a life saving device called the AAD which brings us to our next point.

2. The AAD 

As mentioned above, the invention of the AAD is recognized as the most important of these safety innovations in skydiving history. An AAD (automatic activation device), is a small device which monitors air pressure and speed and when things are not going to plan (you don’t have a parachute open at a certain altitude), this device will immediately release the reserve parachute. Having an AAD means that it is not possible for anyone to not impact the ground without a parachute.

3. The Instructors

Skydiving tandem instructors have to be put through intensive training before getting qualified. In Switzerland the regulations are high and Skydive Interlaken is an official member of the Swiss Skydive Federation. 

4. The Helicopter

Helicopter flying is extremely safe, especially in Switzerland. This is due to the amount of hours pilots fly, in and around obstacles with long lines collecting supplies, grass and even sometimes cows! 

5. Standards and Rule Enforcement 

Skydive Interlaken is part of the Swiss Skydive Federation which means we have certain standards to keep up with and are audited regularly. We believe this is important for the safety of both our instructors and passengers. If you want to know more about the Swiss Federation you can check out their website here.