Key Takeaways
A tandem skydive offers a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate a birthday, transforming a special day into a lifelong memory. Skydive Bend welcomes first-time jumpers ages 18 and older, making milestone birthdays – from 18 to 80 and beyond – an exciting opportunity for adventure. The experience combines the thrill of freefall with breathtaking views of Central Oregon, creating a celebration that is both exhilarating and meaningful. With simple booking requirements, optional media packages, and the chance to turn the jump into a full Bend weekend getaway, a birthday skydive provides an experience far beyond a traditional celebration.
There are birthdays you remember because of the party, and some because of the company. And then there are birthdays you remember because you jumped out of an airplane!
If you’re searching for the ultimate skydiving birthday experience, you’re already thinking beyond the typical dinner reservation or weekend getaway. A tandem skydive is the kind of celebration that becomes a story you tell for years! Whether you’re turning 18, 30, 75, or somewhere in between, few birthday adventures can match the feeling of soaring above Central Oregon with the world spread out beneath you.
At Skydive Bend, a tandem jump isn’t just another activity on your birthday itinerary, it’s the moment that defines the whole celebration! If you’re considering a birthday skydive, our tandem skydiving experience is designed specifically for first-time jumpers who want to make their birthday unforgettable.
The First Birthday You Can Jump & Every One After
Can you skydive on your 18th birthday? Absolutely! In fact, your 18th birthday is the very first birthday you can make a tandem skydive in the United States.
For many people, that makes an 18th birthday jump the perfect way to celebrate leaping into adulthood. Instead of marking the occasion with the usual plans, you can start the next chapter of your life by doing something extraordinary!
Of course, birthday skydiving isn’t just for new adults. We regularly see jumpers celebrating 21st birthdays, 30th birthdays, 40th birthdays, and even 90th birthdays! Some bring friends and family, while others just want to challenge themselves and do something they’ve always dreamed about and take it on solo.
No matter which birthday you’re celebrating, a skydive has a way of making the day feel bigger, brighter, and more meaningful – there’s nothing out there quite like it.
What Your Birthday Jump Actually Feels Like
The anticipation starts the moment you book your skydive and only escalates until you arrive at Skydive Bend in Madras, which is about 45 minutes north of Bend, OR.
After meeting your instructor and gearing up, you’ll board the aircraft and climb up to the altitude you’ll exit from. The excitement builds with every thousand feet!
Then … the door opens. One moment you’re sitting in the airplane. Next, you’re flying through the sky at over 120 mph. WHAT!?
Skydiving freefall is exhilarating, but not in the way most people expect. Instead of feeling like you’re dropping, it feels surprisingly smooth and indescribably freeing. Everything else fades away as you focus on the moment – it’s a level of mindfulness that’s difficult to achieve in any other way.
Once your instructor deploys the parachute, everything will become quiet.
During the canopy ride, you’ll have time to take in some of the most spectacular scenery in Oregon, including Mount Jefferson, Crooked River Canyon, and Lake Billy Chinook. It’s all snow-capped mountains, winding rivers that glitter in the sun, and deep blue sky as far as the eye can see!
Before you know it, you’ll be back on the ground, laughing, celebrating, and wondering why you didn’t go skydiving sooner!
What To Know Before You Book A Birthday Skydive
Birthday skydiving is easy-peasy. Here are the key requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Show valid government-issued photo ID
- Maximum weight 250 lbs; $1/lb over 200 lbs
- No alcohol eight hours or less before your skydive
If you have additional questions about eligibility, scheduling, weight limits, or weather, our team is always happy to help. Please reach out to us or check out our FAQs.
Make A Weekend Of It In Bend
One of the best parts about choosing Skydive Bend for your birthday adventure is the destination itself – the PNW and specifically Bend, OR is unlike anywhere in the world.
Our dropzone is located in the heart of Central Oregon’s outdoor playground. Many visitors turn their birthday jump into a full weekend getaway by exploring Bend’s restaurants, breweries, hiking trails, and scenic views before or after their skydive.
The combination of world-class scenery, mountain views, and high-desert beauty makes skydiving for your birthday much more than a quick activity. It’s a chance to celebrate your special day in one of Oregon’s most beautiful regions!
Capture Every Second
Birthdays, like candles and cake, come and go. But a birthday skydive should last way longer! That’s why so many jumpers choose to add a media package to their birthday skydive.
At Skydive Bend, your instructor can capture your skydiving experience from takeoff to touchdown from a camera mounted on their wrist. Having video of your skydive lets you relive the adventure long after the adrenaline wears off, and gives you the perfect way to share it with friends and family far and wide.
Years from now, you’ll be glad you have more than just a memory!
Ready To Make This Birthday The One?
Don’t let your next birthday blend together with all the others! Whether you’re celebrating your 18th birthday, a major milestone, or simply another trip around the sun, a tandem skydive is the kind of experience that stays with you long after the candles are blown out.
Ready to plan your birthday adventure? Book your tandem skydive today! Planning a surprise gift for someone special? Skydiving is a GREAT birthday present – purchase a skydiving gift certificate! We can’t wait to help you have the best day ever! Blue skies!
