The skydive you'll never forget
Climb out of Upolu Airport on the north tip of the island with views of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa and the Kohala coastline. On clear days you can see Maui. Then about 30 seconds of freefall and a calm 5-minute parachute ride back to the airport.
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Skydiving near Kona & Waikoloa
| Staying in | Approx. drive | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Kailua-Kona | About 1 hour | Hwy 19 north → Hwy 270 at Kawaihae |
| Waikoloa & Mauna Lani resorts | About 40–45 min | Hwy 19 north → Hwy 270 at Kawaihae |
| Waimea | About 35 min | Kohala Mountain Rd (Hwy 250) to Hawi |
| Hilo | About 2 hours | Hwy 19 to Waimea → Kawaihae → Hwy 270 |
Upolu Airport, at the north tip of the island
Head north on Hwy 19, turn onto Hwy 270 at Kawaihae, and follow it up the coast to Hawi and the signs to Upolu Airport. Park in the lot at the end of the road.
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The B.I.G. Tee
Wear the island. $29.99Inspired by Hawaiʻi, built for adventure. Premium tee with island artwork from the Big Island's only drop zone. Shipped to your door, or picked up when you jump.
3 colors · XS–XXL · Limited dropWhat our jumpers say
“Everyone was so kind! It was a great first experience. I highly recommend to anyone thinking about it.”
“I said I wanted my first time skydiving to be in a cool place. This definitely fit the bill. The staff were so kind and personable and the views are absolutely amazing. Had an amazing time, would go back in a heartbeat!”
“Amazing experience! Truly once in a lifetime feeling! First time for my wife and I and we both loved it. The whole team (Caylon, Trenton, Lency, and the pilot) were awesome and helped make the experience unforgettable! Highly recommend B.I.G.”
“Absolutely AMAZING experience from start to finish! As a first-time skydiver, I was definitely nervous, but the entire team made me feel comfortable, excited, and completely confident. Everyone was so professional, encouraging, and genuinely fun to be around, which made such a huge difference. …”
“Me and my friend had an absolutely amazing time tandem skydiving for her 21st birthday! They gave us an unforgettable experience and were so friendly throughout the whole ordeal. The atmosphere of this place also radiates good energy all around! …”
“First timer and the team at Big Island Gravity was awesome! Made the entire experience comfortable, safe, and beyond epic. Thank you!!”
“Big island gravity is SO COOL!! They are so relaxed, experienced and efficient they made us feel so at ease. And you just cannot beat this jumps view!! Definitely do it!!! Shoutout Kalen my jump guide for making the jump so fun and safe!!”
“Truly exceptional people. One of the best parts of our vacation. Wished I lived here so I could jump with these guys all the time.”
“Great experience! Took our teenage sons and we all jumped - the crew makes it easy and really enjoyable. The views are unparalleled!”
“I had my first tandem skydive at Big Island Gravity with my sister it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and made us feel comfortable right away. HUGE shoutout to Caylon for being an awesome instructor. …”
Try another aerial adventure
Our sister company Fly Gyros Hawaii flies gyroplanes out of the Kona International Airport. Pair your skydive with a flight over the Kona coast.
Book a Gyro Flight →@skydivebig
How much does skydiving cost on the Big Island?
Tandem skydives start at $349 per person plus tax. The B.I.G. Package with outside video is $749.
Do I need any experience?
No. You jump attached to a USPA-rated tandem instructor, after a short briefing on the ground.
Who can jump?
Jumpers must be 18+ with a government-issued photo ID, and under 285 lbs.
How long does it take?
Plan for 1 to 3 hours at the drop zone. Most guests are done in 1 to 2 hours.
What if the weather cancels my jump?
We reschedule for free. If you can't rebook during your visit, you get a full refund.
Where are you located?
Upolu Airport in Hawi, on the north tip of the Big Island, about an hour north of Kona.
Ready to jump?
Come experience a tandem skydive over the North Kohala coastline on Big Island.