Just another relaxing day on Dunk Island
Not your average drop zone
We are a not-for-profit skydiving club based in Far North Queensland, entirely operated by dedicated volunteers. The last few years has seen a dramatic change for the club going from a humble fun jumping drop zone to a comprehensive training operation offering student courses and hosting a diverse range of events and camps.
We truly are a thriving club with an amazing crew.
Extraordinary experiences
We are renowned for our amazing events over some of the most scenic skydiving locations of the world in Far North Queensland, home to the Great Barrier Reef.
Amongst our landing areas are Mission Beach, Dunk Island and onto Taylor Cay out on the Great Barrier Reef.
We have some of the best events in the country thanks to the support of our amazing sponsors.
Join the crew and experience the extraordinary for yourself.
What sets us apart?
The reason we can offer such an amazing experience is due to the hard work of all the volunteers. We have the always delivering Far North Freefall club committee, our outstanding club members and people who genuinely want to help. All these people work together to bring you a skydiving wonderland like no other. We are unique on a world scale.
$35 jumps!
Aircraft
We are super fortunate to be sponsored by the most progressive names in our industry. Performance Aviation in conjunction with Skydive Australia provide us with the best skydiving aircraft in Australia and two when we need them. Most of the fleet are Cessna Turbo Prop Grand Caravans. We take 17 jumpers to 14,000' in about 12 minutes.
Thank you Performance Aviation!Thank you Skydive Australia!
VH-BCR after a morning rainstorm
All aboard. Mind the gap.
On the taxi way
Arriving for another load
Our dropzone facilities
Far North Queensland is a tropical paradise, boasting the world’s oldest rainforest, the Daintree, and the majestic Great Barrier Reef. This region offers an array of experiences, from the thrill of white-water rafting to the tranquillity of hot air ballooning over the Atherton Tablelands. You can immerse yourselves in Indigenous culture, explore the vibrant marine life, or relax on the pristine beaches. With its rich biodiversity and welcoming communities, Far North Queensland is a must-visit destination for you and your family, especially if you love nature. Allow an extra week or two off dropzone to discover the magic of the tropics and create memories to last a lifetime. It's not just about the skydiving.
- Licensed barWe have a well stocked bar where you can grab a beer or shout a carton to celebrate achievements. There is no cafe.
- Soft drinks and snacksManifest sell a limited range of snacks, ice creams and soft drinks. Tully is a five-minute drive with cafes, takeaway, bakeries, pubs and the RSL available. Mission Beach is thirty minutes and has nicer restaurants and accommodation options.
- Far North Freefall merchandiseManifest stock a range of club branded jerseys, hats, buffs and stubby coolers.
- We accept card, cash or bank transferThe bar and manifest both have EFTPOS available
- Spacious campgroundOur campground is located directly across the road. Camping is not permitted around the buildings.
- Bathroom and showersWe're a club run holy by volunteers. Ensure you leave the bathrooms cleaner than you found them.
- Full kitchenFridge, freezer, stove, microwave, huge workbench, toaster, plates, cutlery and mugs. Please clean up after yourselves.
- Nespresso coffee machineCoffee pods are available at manifest for $1. Feel free to supply your own.
- Powered sites for large eventsAt smaller events, you can use power during the day and then move across the road to camp overnight. $15 per day.
- Debrief roomTransfer your footage to our NAS drive with dedicated computers and custom software to watch on the TVs.
- Undercover carpeted packing areaWe have enough room for one full load and plenty of shady grassed areas.
- Full mobile service but no WIFIWIFI is not available. We need all our limited bandwidth to run manifest.
- Swimming holeA short path from the camping area leads to our very own private swimming hole. Stunning!
- Mission Beach and the Family IslandsThe spectacular Mission Beach is a thirty-minute drive and a highlight of North Queensland. Dunk island has a ferry service.
- Waterfalls, mountains, creeks, and walksA short drive will uncover Murray Falls, Alligator's Nest, and Tully gorge. Ask a local for advice.
Frequently asked questions
Please contact us if you have further questions. Our team are happy to help out where we can.
Can we use your photos for our projects?
That's a firm no. Sorry.
The photos on this site are nothing short of stunning and the photographers are true professionals. We've used their photos with permission. These photos are not ours and we can't give you permission to use any of them.
All photos on this site have digital copyright and fingerprint. Many were cropped. None of them are suitable for printing due to compression. You'll need the originals from the owner along with their written permission.
Every photo is credited. The link below each photo will take you to the photograper's website. You can contact them directly, let them know you saw their photo on Far North Freefall's site and ask for their terms.
Their work is incredible and you should expect to pay for the privilege.
Their photographs may not be reproduced, copied, stored, or manipulated without their written permission. No images are within the public domain. Use of any image as the basis for another photographic concept or illustration is a violation of copyright. To secure reproduction rights to any images please contact the photographers with specific information regarding the circulation and intended usage.
Are you dog friendly?
Yes, your puppies are welcome at the dropzone. They must be well behaved and always supervised when free. During operations, while the aircraft is running, they must be on a lead or restrained. We have a public road between the club house and campsite. This is a real danger when owners are distracted.
Meet our professional camera staff
The stunning photos on this site are testament to the expertise of our professional camera legends. These guys support our events and capture the action in spectacular quality.
Cameron Puttee
@outsidecam.putteeSkydiving Photography Videography Indoor & Outdoor CoachingMichael Young
@the_youngadventurersThe most easy going camera professional on the planet.Spot
Spot ImagesProfessional Skydiving Images and moreSteve Fitchett
@fitchimagesI've been taking photographs seriously for as long as I can remember!Paddy
All Beef ProductionsAll Beef is a collection of friends who bring an array of talents to the world of skydiving.
Their photographs may not be reproduced, copied, stored, or manipulated without their written permission. No images are within the public domain. Use of any image as the basis for another photographic concept or illustration is a violation of copyright. To secure reproduction rights to any images please contact the photographers with specific information regarding the circulation and intended usage.
Our generous sponsors
We owe each and every one of these companies a huge thank you for supporting our club over the years. Please return the favour by favouring and promoting them.
