★★★★★
"It was the most exciting thing I have done in my 75 years of life. I was never afraid. Alex and Rick went above and beyond to make me feel safe!"
Google · Sep 2025
45 minutes from KW
Skydiving near Kitchener–Waterloo.
From Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge, you're one easy highway run from jumping out of a plane at 11,000 feet. Trade the tech-corridor grind for up to 40 seconds of freefall over Lake Ontario.
Free weather rescheduling · No experience needed
KW's closest full-service dropzone
One easy run down the 401.
Skydive SWOOP in Dundas is the closest full-service dropzone to the tri-cities — no need to drive past Toronto to Innisfil. From Kitchener or Waterloo you're about 45 minutes out; from Cambridge, closer to 35. Drive out in the morning, freefall over the Niagara Escarpment, and be back the same afternoon.
We've jumped Ontario skies since 1979 as Canada's longest-running skydiving club — non-profit, member-run, 3,000+ jumps a year, and rated 4.9 stars across 310 reviews. Your tandem skydive is flown by a CSPA-certified instructor, some with more than 30,000 tandem jumps.
Getting here from Kitchener–Waterloo
From Kitchener or Waterloo, take Highway 8 east to the 401 east, then Highway 6 south and ON-5 into Dundas — about 45–50 minutes and 60 km. From Cambridge, take Highway 8 to the 403 east and Highway 6 north — closer to 35–40 minutes. Arrive 30 minutes before check-in. Near Hamilton and Burlington, and part of our wider Ontario dropzone.
Why jump here
Why KW jumps with SWOOP.
01
Closest to the tri-cities
No need to drive past Toronto to Innisfil. SWOOP is the closest full-service dropzone to Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.
02
Lake & skyline views
Lake Ontario, Hamilton Harbour, the Toronto skyline, and the Niagara Escarpment — views the flatland dropzones can't match.
03
Non-profit since 1979
Canada's longest-running skydiving club. Member-run, 3,000+ jumps a year, and a safety-first culture.
04
A grad-celebration favourite
Popular for UW, Laurier, and Conestoga grad celebrations, birthdays, and bucket lists. 4.9★ across 310 reviews.
Tandem pricing
Tandem skydives from $359.
Two exit altitudes, plus HST. Media packages available — see media options.
8,000 ft
$359
~25 sec freefall
Best Value
11,000 ft
$369
~40 sec freefall
The receipts
What jumpers say.
310 Google reviews
★★★★★
"OMG!!!! My wife and I crossed skydiving off our bucket list thanks to SWOOP and Rick. From the safety explanation to the jump, he made us feel extremely safe. Look no further — this is where you want to skydive."
Google · Oct 2025
★★★★★
"Incomparable to anything I've ever done. The staff were all highly educated and helpful from start to finish. Made a memory for a lifetime. I will 100% be back."
Google · May 2025
Kitchener–Waterloo skydiving FAQ
Common questions.
Where can I go skydiving near Kitchener–Waterloo?
Skydive SWOOP in Dundas (near Hamilton) is about 45 minutes from KW via the 401 and Hwy 6 — from Cambridge it's closer to 35 minutes.
How much does it cost?
Tandem skydives are $359 at 8,000 ft or $369 at 11,000 ft, plus HST. Photo and video packages are extra.
Do I need training?
No experience needed for a tandem — about 30 minutes of ground instruction, then a certified instructor handles the jump. You must be 18 or older with valid government photo ID.
What happens if it's cloudy or windy?
Weather rebooking is always free. Safety conditions decide the day, and we'll never push it.
Is there an age or weight limit?
Minimum age is 18 with valid government photo ID. Weight must be proportionate to height; surcharges apply for guests 220–250 lb (+$75) and over 250 lb (+$150).
Can I bring spectators?
Absolutely — friends and family can watch the whole thing from beside the landing area.
Skydive near Kitchener–Waterloo this season.
Book online in two minutes. Weekend slots fill first.