Soar Above Paradise: Maldives Welcomes First Permanent Skydiving Dropzone on Ifuru Island
Tuesday 12th of December 2023
In an exhilarating spectacle above the azure waters of the Maldives, Ifuru Island introduces its first-ever permanent skydiving dropzone, setting the stage for adrenaline-fueled adventures against the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean. The recently inaugurated all-inclusive, all-sunset, all-beach resort, equipped with its private airport, collaborated with Skydive Maldives and World Champion skydiver Will Penny to create an unmatched skydiving experience.
To mark the official launch, a star-studded lineup of skydiving champions and record-breaking athletes, including Red Bull aerial artist Fred Fugen, embarked on a series of breathtaking stunts. Fugen, renowned for his daring Red Bull exploits, showcased his skills alongside his wife Laurence, executing awe-inspiring wingsuit jumps with skydivers on their backs. Australian skydiver Richard Pym made history by unfurling a colossal 300m2 Maldivian flag and a matching Ifuru Island flag during two sensational jumps that captivated the audience.
Following a wingsuit flight, Fred Fugen, landing on the sandy shores, exclaimed, “It was beautiful, always so nice to fly above this landscape and super cool to fly the wingsuit in front of you guys, land on the beach. What a day. Another beautiful day in Ifuru.”
Throughout the launch week, skydiving luminaries like Raph Coudray, David Nimmo, Luis Lopez-Mendez, and Dani Gallego performed synchronized stunts and individual jumps, captivating the island with up to 100 jumps a day. Notably, Nimsdai Purja MBE, the heroic mountaineer featured in Netflix's "14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible," joined the high-flying adventure.
Skydive Maldives Manager and World Champion freestyle skydiver, Will Penny, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “We’ve worked very hard for many months, to put everything in place, we have a fantastic team, incredible infrastructure and we can’t wait to welcome the world to experience this.”
Offering an unparalleled experience, the dropzone welcomes guests to take to the skies between November and March, treating them to an extraordinary free fall over the turquoise expanse of the Indian Ocean. Adventurous souls can ascend to the heavens, relishing the 360-degree panorama of the Maldives, its island gems, and vibrant reefs, with the option for those staying seven nights or more to enjoy their first jump 'on the house.'
For thrill-seekers desiring more, the special launch price for skydiving experiences is set at USD550++. Ifuru Island Maldives sweetens the deal by currently offering a complimentary skydive with stays of seven nights or more and a 50% discount on Sunset Sky Suites, inclusive of the Exclusively Yours all-inclusive 24-hour meal plan.
Embrace the thrill, dive into the blue, and witness the magnificence of the Maldives from the heavens above—Ifuru Island Maldives promises an unforgettable adventure for those with a penchant for the extraordinary. For reservations or more information, visit www.ifuruisland.com or contact +960 6582 800 or email surprise@ifuruisland.com.