Skydive Palawan.
Seasonal tandem over Palawan's coast — Jan–May only at San Vicente Airport.
Default exit altitude
Operator-confirmed
Terminal velocity (tandem)
Typically within
34 reviews
If the operator cancels for safety or weather, you're rebooked or refunded in full. No customer-side surcharge.
Processed by Stripe — card details never touch SIA or operator servers. You pay only after the partner confirms the slot.
Four ways in.
First-time tandem options. Strapped to a tandem master with thousands of jumps.
Tandem (Single)
10,000 FT · 60 SECSingle tandem skydive over San Vicente, Palawan. ~10,000 ft, includes instructor, training, gear.
Skybuddies (Pair Package)
10,000 FT · 60 SECTandem skydive for two — best value for pairs. Per-package price covers both tandem jumps.
Paparazzi (Single + Camera Flyer)
10,000 FT · 60 SECSingle tandem skydive plus a third-person camera flyer capturing the full jump in the air.
Island Paparazzi (Ultimate Experience)
10,000 FT · 60 SECTandem skydive with camera flyer + premium beach landing at Long Beach for enhanced views.
Three hours on site. Ninety seconds in the air.
Skydive Palawan operates from San Vicente Airport on Palawan's west coast — the island Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure readers have repeatedly voted the world's best. Tandems exit at 10,000 ft after a 25-minute scenic climb, with 30–45 seconds of freefall over the longest beach in the Philippines: 14 kilometres of white sand at Long Beach, turquoise shallows grading into the open sea on one side and unbroken jungle canopy on the other. The operation is run by the same USPA-certified team behind Skydive Cebu and Skydive Siquijor, flying FAA-approved tandem rigs with handcam video included in every package — from the entry tandem through the Paparazzi tier, which adds an outside camera flyer, to the Island Paparazzi, which finishes with a beach landing on Long Beach itself. Capacity is deliberately small: the dropzone takes a maximum of 16 guests per day, so jumps run unhurried and slots in peak months go early — booking ahead matters more here than at most Asian dropzones. The operation now runs year-round, with morning jumps the standard slot. Practicalities: San Vicente has its own airport with direct connections from Manila and Clark (a small terminal fee applies, cash only at the airport), and the dropzone publishes transport options for guests coming up from Puerto Princesa, about three hours south. The weight ceiling is 115 kg, with a surcharge from 91 kg, subject to instructor approval on the day. The right jump for travellers who pick their skydive by the view — nothing else in the Philippines drops you over scenery like this.
Check in, weigh in, sign the USPA-standard waiver. Twenty minutes of harness fitting and emergency-procedure briefing with your tandem master.
Bench-seated, headphones on, door closed. The aircraft climbs to 10,000 ft — the coastline or landscape shrinks under you.
Door open. Roll out. Terminal velocity. Tandem master triggers the canopy at 5,000 ft.
Calm five-minute ride down. You take the toggles for a minute. Grass landing at the airfield.
“If the dropzone can’t fly for safety or weather, you’re rebooked at no charge — or refunded in full to your original card. No customer-side surcharge.”
Operator-confirmed aircraft.
Liability waiver signed on the day. We send a copy ahead so you can read it before you commit — no mid-day surprises.
Cancellation & policies.
Cancellations and date changes are arranged directly with the dropzone — message them anytime, and SiA steps in if needed.
Skydiving is weather-dependent. If the dropzone can't fly safely they'll reschedule you at no charge — or arrange a full refund if a new date doesn't suit.
Approved refunds are returned to your original payment method, typically within 5–10 business days. The dropzone confirms the timing.
After booking you’ll be in direct contact with the dropzone — any change or refund is arranged with them. SiA’s team is here if you need us.
Eight real anxieties, addressed.
Tandem operators set their own weight limit (commonly around 90–115 kg) and confirm borderline cases on the day — check the exact limit with this dropzone when you enquire. AFF students have no upper limit but must fit the rig comfortably.
Cheska Palapo★★★★★a week ago10/10 experience! 🪂 The team was amazing, made me feel safe and at ease the whole time. The views of San Vic, Palawan were absolutely breathtaking and the jump itself was the perfect mix of excitement and freedom. Huge thank you to the whole Skydiving Palawan team for making this such an amazing experience. If you’re even thinking about doing it, take the leap. You won’t regret it! 💙
Paulina Szmulik★★★★★4 months agoAmazing experience! The team was professional, super friendly, and made me feel completely safe from start to finish. The jump itself was unforgettable and the views were unbelievable. So grateful for this memory! Can’t recommend enough!
Val Santos★★★★★4 months agoTruly a thrilling experience! The team was very professional and made me feel safe and at ease despite how intimidating skydiving can be. The basic package already includes a video of the pre-jump interview, highlights and the jump itself. Such a great bonus and keepsake. Highly recommended for thrill-seekers and anyone wanting to try something unforgettable. Worth every cent!!!
Airfield gate — operator shares the exact pin and driving directions in the inquiry reply. San Vicente is the customer-facing hub.
Most jumpers drive or use Grab/Bolt. Free on-site parking. Plan a 2-hour buffer before your manifest slot for traffic + check-in.
Block 3–4 hours on site for tandem (briefing + climb + jump + canopy). AFF students should plan a full day.
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