Experience the Ultimate Thrill: Book Your Spot at Madhya Pradesh’s Skydiving Festival Starting Nov 9!
Adventure enthusiasts can look forward to an exhilarating winter as the Skydiving Festival kicks off in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on November 9. Organized by Skyhigh India, the event will span three months, concluding on February 9 of the following year. Participants will get the chance to enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the city of Mahakal from 10,000 feet. Slots can be booked through the official website, skyhighindia.com, with skydiving sessions scheduled daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Datana Airstrip.
Skyhigh India is certified by both the Government of India’s Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the United States Parachute Association (USPA). The event is in collaboration with Madhya Pradesh Tourism. The Minister for the Department of Culture, Tourism, and Religious Trusts and Endowment, Dharmendra Singh Lodhi, assured that safety would be a top priority, with operations managed by experienced skydivers and professional instructors.
Highlighting the event’s magnitude, a new CESSNA 182P aircraft, capable of carrying six passengers, will be utilized. Principal Secretary of the Department of Tourism and Culture Shiv Shekhar Shukla mentioned that this year’s festival aims to surpass the success of its previous editions. This initiative is part of efforts to bolster tourism in Madhya Pradesh, drawing both domestic and international visitors.
The cost for a Tandem Skydiving experience is ₹30,000 per person. Tandem Skydiving is ideal for beginners and is considered the safest method for first-timers. In this jump, the participant is harnessed to an instructor and shares a parachute, with the instructor managing the freefall. Prior to the jump, participants will receive an hour of ground training.
This exciting festival not only promises an adrenaline rush but also aims to put Madhya Pradesh on the adventure tourism map.
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