Skydive Dubai is set in the heart of Dubai with an amazing view of the Dubai skyline and The Palm island from the Palm drop zone. There is also a second drop zone, Skydive Dubai Desert Campus, located past The Sevens Stadium.

FACILITIES: The Palm zone offers tandem jumps for first time jumpers, but also fun jumps for experienced skydivers (500 jumps minimum and D license required). Coached jumps are available in all disciplines with pre-booking. Also on offer are professional rigging and reserve repack services.

The Desert Drop Zone is the school for Skydive Dubai, offering the perfect environment for students to learn and progress in the sport of Skydiving. Skydive Dubai is also home to some of the world's most experience instructors.

There shouldn't be any language barrier issues either. Between them, the instructors can teach in seven different languages: Arabic, English, French, German, Japanese, Romanian and Spanish. 

REQUIREMENTS: You must be at least 18 years of age to jump (remember to bring a valid ID). Jumpers are also urged to wear comfortable sporting attire, as well as trainers and not boots, sandals or heeled shoes.

Jumpers must also be within the weight limitations. Ladies must weigh no more than 90kg and men no more than 102kg.

You musn't jump within 24 hours of Scuba Diving.

RATES: A tandem jump, complete with digital stills and video will cost Dh 1750, and a Dh 750 deposit is required when you make a reservation. Cash and credit cards are accepted, however foreign currencies are not.