Skydiving in Santa Barbara
So you’re thinking about skydiving? Santa Barbara is a great place to try out this one-of-a-kind experience. At Skydive Santa Barbara, they take you through the journey of jumping out of a plane with highly trained professionals at a reasonable price.
How much does it cost?
When deciding on a package, you have three options to choose from at Skydive Santa Barbara. The first option is called The Ultimate Experience, which costs $349 if you pay in full. This option is non-refundable. If you’re looking to have flexibility with your booking, the cost for The Ultimate Experience is $369. Your $50 deposit is refundable only up to 72 hours before your jump, after that it is not refundable. Choosing The Ultimate Experience gives you 90 seconds of freefall at a height of 18,000 feet.
The Standard Jump option at Skydive Santa Barbara costs $199 if you pay in full. Again, this option is non-refundable. The other option for The Standard Jump costs $219, which includes flexibility with your booking. The Standard Jump includes 60 seconds of freefall at a height of 13,000 feet.
If you’re looking to save a little money, Skydive Santa Barbara offers an Economy Jump package. This costs $189 and includes 20 seconds of freefall at a height of 8,000 feet.
The Ultimate Experience, Standard Jump, and Economy Jump are all for solo jumpers. If you choose any of these packages, you’ll be paired with a trained professional at Skydive Santa Barbara. For group rates and packages, the prices vary. But when you book group packages, they offer promotional discounts. Contact Skydive Santa Barbara for rates and more information.
What should I expect?
Expect to have the time of your life. Jumping out of a plane is something people put on their bucket lists and remember forever. At Skydive Santa Barbara, they help you capture these memories by offering packages that include photos and videos from your jump. Their rates for photography and video packages can be found on their website.
As for the jump itself, you’ll be shown a training video after signing all the necessary waivers for your jump. The instructors then fit you for gear and give you a full rundown of what the jump will be like. Before jumping, you’ll go through the jump procedures and do final safety checks. Then, you’ll board the plane and soar thousands of feet up in the air before doing the final jump. Your jumpmaster will guide your freefall before opening the parachute. Once the parachute is open, you glide through the sky for a few minutes while taking in some of the spectacular views of the ocean and coastal landscapes. Finally, you’ll descend on the drop zone before touching down on the ground. After that, celebrate!
How do I prepare?
First off, make your reservation ahead of time to save a little money. Allot most of the day for your jump, since it takes a few hours to complete the skydive from start to finish. Once you’re booked, come with an open mind and be ready for an adrenaline rush like no other! It’s important to be excited and not nervous about jumping out of an airplane, as the experience only lasts for a few minutes and is guided by trained professionals.
As for what to bring, Skydive Santa Barbara suggests bringing loose-fitting clothes and athletic shoes. Also, dress for the weather. Since the whole experience takes a few hours, it’s best not to show up on an empty stomach! Otherwise, the team at Skydive Santa Barbara will have everything you need for your jump.
Want to see what it’s like to jump out of an airplane? Watch this video!
Once you’ve wrapped up your day, head on over to our nearby ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel. We’re located roughly 60 miles from Skydive Santa Barbara and offer free pancake breakfasts every morning!
And make sure to sign up for our Traveler’s Club so you can save on all future bookings!
