★★★★★
"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
Skydiving Near Burlington · Since 1979
Skydiving near Burlington.
Only 20 minutes from Burlington, Skydive SWOOP is practically in your backyard. Tandem skydive over the Niagara Escarpment, with Lake Ontario in view.
Burlington's backyard dropzone
The closest jump to town.
For skydiving near Burlington, nothing is closer. Skydive SWOOP is about 20 minutes away in Dundas, on the far side of the Niagara Escarpment. It's the shortest drive to a dropzone you'll find anywhere in Halton.
We're Canada's longest-running skydiving club, open since 1979 — non-profit, member-run, and rated 4.9 stars from 310 reviews. Your tandem skydive is flown by a CSPA-certified instructor, some with more than 30,000 tandem jumps.
Getting here from Burlington
Head west toward Hamilton and up to Dundas at 461 ON-5 West — roughly 20 minutes. Also serving Oakville, Hamilton, and Mississauga.
Why jump here
Why Burlington jumps with SWOOP.
01
20 minutes from Burlington
The shortest drive to any dropzone in Halton — just over the escarpment from Aldershot and downtown.
02
Established 1979
Canada's longest-running skydiving club, still active. Every dropzone you've heard of opened after us.
03
A club, not a company
Non-profit, member-run, board-governed. The people signing you off aren't chasing bonuses — they're the ones jumping next.
04
The view
Lake Ontario, the Toronto skyline, and the Niagara Escarpment — all from one exit over Dundas.
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
Burlington skydiving FAQ
Common questions.
How far is Skydive SWOOP from Burlington?
About 20 minutes — the shortest drive to any dropzone in Halton. From Aldershot, downtown Burlington, or Alton Village, it's a quick trip west over the Niagara Escarpment to our dropzone in Dundas.
How do I get to the dropzone from Burlington?
From Aldershot or downtown Burlington, head west toward Hamilton and up the escarpment on Highway 5 (Dundas Street) to 461 ON-5 West in Dundas — roughly 20 minutes.
How much does a tandem skydive near Burlington cost?
Tandem skydives are $359 at 8,000 ft or $369 at 11,000 ft, plus HST. Photo and video packages are available as add-ons, and you can book and pay online.
Do I need any experience to skydive?
No. A tandem skydive needs no experience — you're harnessed to a CSPA-certified instructor and get about 30 minutes of training before you jump. You must be 18 or older with valid government photo ID.
What happens if the weather is bad on my jump day?
Skydiving is weather-dependent. If wind, cloud, or visibility fall below safe limits, we reschedule your jump at no charge — and since you're only 20 minutes away in Burlington, we'll call or text before you head out.
Skydive near Burlington this season.
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