Alright, so you wanna hear about my skydiving adventure in Toronto and, more importantly, how much it cost? Buckle up, buttercup, ’cause I’m about to spill the beans.
First off, I had this crazy itch to jump out of a perfectly good airplane. Don’t ask me why, I just did. So, I started googling “sky diving Toronto price” and got bombarded with options. Honestly, it was overwhelming.
I spent a good few hours comparing different skydiving places around Toronto. I checked out their websites, read a bunch of reviews (some were hilarious, some were terrifying), and finally narrowed it down to a couple of contenders. I was looking for something that seemed legit, had good safety records (obviously!), and didn’t cost an arm and a leg.
Then came the phone calls. I called each place, grilled them about their equipment, their instructors’ experience, and most importantly, the price. Turns out, prices can vary quite a bit depending on the altitude you’re jumping from, whether you want photos and videos, and if you’re going on a weekday or weekend.
I ended up going with a place that offered a tandem jump from 14,000 feet. Why that altitude? Seemed like a good sweet spot between “holy crap, I’m high up” and “I can still breathe.” The base price for the jump was around $350. Not cheap, I know, but hey, you can’t put a price on adrenaline, right?
But hold on, the spending didn’t stop there! Of course, I wanted proof that I actually jumped out of a plane. So I opted for the photo and video package. That tacked on another $150. Yep, that’s right. Fifty for the memory. But honestly, it was worth it. The pictures are hilarious, and the video is something I can show off to my grandkids one day (if I ever have any).
I also had to factor in the cost of getting there. The skydiving place wasn’t exactly in downtown Toronto, so I had to drive about an hour and a half. Gas cost me around $30. Then there’s the pre-jump jitters tax – a mandatory large coffee and a nervous snack. Add another $10 to the total.
So, let’s do the math. $350 for the jump, $150 for the photo/video package, $30 for gas, and $10 for liquid courage. That brings the grand total to around $540. Not exactly pocket change, but for the experience of a lifetime? I’d say it was worth every penny.
The jump itself? Incredible. Terrifying, exhilarating, and something I’ll never forget. Would I do it again? Absolutely. Just gotta start saving up now!
Here’s a quick rundown of the costs:
- Tandem Skydive (14,000 feet): $350
- Photo & Video Package: $150
- Gas: $30
- Pre-Jump Jitters Coffee & Snack: $10
- Total: $540
Moral of the story? Skydiving in Toronto is awesome, but it ain’t cheap. Do your research, shop around, and be prepared to shell out some cash for an unforgettable experience.
