Skydive Lake Wanaka Blog
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7 February 2009
Heres what our customers say in Feb 09 !
I want to say thank you for the amazing experience which came true through my first skydiving yesterday.Without you guys I would not had the possibility to do that.Special thanks to the camera flyer who made my jump unforgetable through his great work making such a nice video.And please pass this very special thanks on to Jeff,who was my flying partner.Jeff,thank you so much for this amazing jump and giving me great instruction.You are such a great and nice flyer.This jump I will never forget.
Guys you are such a great team.Keep it up.
Cheers, Miriam Emrich
Guys you are such a great team.Keep it up.
Cheers, Miriam Emrich
8 January 2009
THANK YOU !
Hi guys,just thought i would drop you a note to thank you so much for the experience of my life.
the 29th of Dec 2008 i will never forget,tandem jump at 15000 ft with Uros.Jumped with a good friend of mind from Glendhu Bay Wanaka and he didnt even know he was going to 15000ft.
I really want to thank Uros,Andrea,Kirsten,Alex,and all the team at Wanaka Sky Dive that made such a special day.
Ive traveled down to Wanaka every Xmas for the last 26 years from Christchurch and have stayed around at Glendhu Bay,and just love that part of the country.
Yes i still have a big smile,my son took a plenty of footage with my camcorder with us getting decked out in our gear and on our decent.
Once again thanks guys,please pass on, thanks.
I will definetly be jumping again.
Steve Rice.
the 29th of Dec 2008 i will never forget,tandem jump at 15000 ft with Uros.Jumped with a good friend of mind from Glendhu Bay Wanaka and he didnt even know he was going to 15000ft.
I really want to thank Uros,Andrea,Kirsten,Alex,and all the team at Wanaka Sky Dive that made such a special day.
Ive traveled down to Wanaka every Xmas for the last 26 years from Christchurch and have stayed around at Glendhu Bay,and just love that part of the country.
Yes i still have a big smile,my son took a plenty of footage with my camcorder with us getting decked out in our gear and on our decent.
Once again thanks guys,please pass on, thanks.
I will definetly be jumping again.
Steve Rice.
7 January 2009
Thank you
Merry Christmas from Austria!
In November my sons and I were for a trip in New Zealand and stopped in Wanaka for skydiving in November, 18.
It was an exceptional and unforgettable experience.
To tell the truth, I was a little afraid of jumping - 15.000 feet - it's rather high.
But the guys decided to jump as high as possible, so I had no choice - and it was a good choice.
Grant was a gorgeous sky diving instructor , therefore I was confident everything will be o.k.
In fact it was really great.
special greetings and thanks to Grant for his efforts and this unforgettable skydiving experience.
Next year I'll visit New Zealand again and certainly I'll stop in Wanaka for a second tandem skydive.
Nice greetings from wintry and cold Austria (I'd like to change with summer in NZ)
Notburga Brandstetter
Thomas, Joachim
In November my sons and I were for a trip in New Zealand and stopped in Wanaka for skydiving in November, 18.
It was an exceptional and unforgettable experience.
To tell the truth, I was a little afraid of jumping - 15.000 feet - it's rather high.
But the guys decided to jump as high as possible, so I had no choice - and it was a good choice.
Grant was a gorgeous sky diving instructor , therefore I was confident everything will be o.k.
In fact it was really great.
special greetings and thanks to Grant for his efforts and this unforgettable skydiving experience.
Next year I'll visit New Zealand again and certainly I'll stop in Wanaka for a second tandem skydive.
Nice greetings from wintry and cold Austria (I'd like to change with summer in NZ)
Notburga Brandstetter
Thomas, Joachim
10 September 2008
YETI DOES A TANDEM SKYDIVE AT LAKE WANAKA
The story is top secret but the pictures say it all. The South Islands mysterious and shy Yeti came out of hiding last week to do a Tandem Skydive with the world famous award winning Skydive Lake Wanaka. Details are unclear of how Yeti made it to the drop zone but these pictures prove that the Yeti, thought to be living in the forests of the Westcoast made his way to Skydive Lake Wanaka last week.
"He was a friendly chap" remarked Jools Hall "He grunted a bit in freefall" and left after his 15,000 feet skydive while astonished on lookers did not know whether to be scared of him or to hug him.
This was Wanaka's first confirmed sighting of the Yeti who has been spotted stealing veggies on the Westcoast.
"He was a friendly chap" remarked Jools Hall "He grunted a bit in freefall" and left after his 15,000 feet skydive while astonished on lookers did not know whether to be scared of him or to hug him.
This was Wanaka's first confirmed sighting of the Yeti who has been spotted stealing veggies on the Westcoast.
6 August 2008
SKYDIVE LAKE WANAKA ATTAIN HIGHEST TOURISM ACCOLADE
PRESS RELEASE - 06/08/08
Skydive Lake Wanaka was announced as winner of the Small Tourism Business Award last night, distinguishing it as the best small operator in New Zealand.
Owners Dave and Jools Hall said they were thrilled to receive this honourable accolade, the highest within the tourism industry, and what they have been working towards for the past 14 years.
"Winning this award is an immense credit to our passionate team," Hall said. "We are thrilled and proud for the company to receive this recognition and it is a testament to the commitment and hard work invested over the many years."
"We will use this as a platform to build on for the future, as a stand-out operator in Lake Wanaka and the South Island. We continually strive to be original, inventive and resourceful to give our customers the best possible tandem skydive experience in New Zealand. To gain this recognition from the industry confirms we must have the combination right."
It is the first time in over sixteen years a Wanaka tourism operator has gained this status and serves well to promote Lake Wanaka to domestic and international visitors travelling to the region.
Skydive Lake Wanaka Ltd is a commercial tandem skydiving company operating seven days a week, year round, from Wanaka Airport. It was created in August 1995 by Dave and Jools Hall, with just one Tandem Master (Dave) a leased Cessna 180 aircraft, a van (the office) and 2 deck chairs.
Over the years the company has invested in valuable equipment; a custom built hangar with reception and shop, and a turbine aircraft, to meet increasing growth and maintain industry standards to deliver a personalised experience thousands of customers will remember for the rest of their lives - an exhilarating 200 kph freefall from 12,000 or 15,000 feet followed by a breathtaking five minute parachute ride.
The company's mission is to give customers the most rewarding, memorable, safe and scenic tandem skydive in New Zealand whilst empowering them to overcome any fears and aspire to their personal challenges.
"The difference between a good experience and an outstanding one stems from our team's passion for skydiving, their creative spark, attention to detail and strong customer focus, I believe this is the formula to our success and was identified by the judges."
"It is so beneficial to have your business assessed by independent judges using an internationally recognised system of business excellence. Receiving the extensive feedback on our strengths and opportunities is invaluable," Hall concluded.
Skydive Lake Wanaka was announced as winner of the Small Tourism Business Award last night, distinguishing it as the best small operator in New Zealand.
Owners Dave and Jools Hall said they were thrilled to receive this honourable accolade, the highest within the tourism industry, and what they have been working towards for the past 14 years.
"Winning this award is an immense credit to our passionate team," Hall said. "We are thrilled and proud for the company to receive this recognition and it is a testament to the commitment and hard work invested over the many years."
"We will use this as a platform to build on for the future, as a stand-out operator in Lake Wanaka and the South Island. We continually strive to be original, inventive and resourceful to give our customers the best possible tandem skydive experience in New Zealand. To gain this recognition from the industry confirms we must have the combination right."
It is the first time in over sixteen years a Wanaka tourism operator has gained this status and serves well to promote Lake Wanaka to domestic and international visitors travelling to the region.
Skydive Lake Wanaka Ltd is a commercial tandem skydiving company operating seven days a week, year round, from Wanaka Airport. It was created in August 1995 by Dave and Jools Hall, with just one Tandem Master (Dave) a leased Cessna 180 aircraft, a van (the office) and 2 deck chairs.
Over the years the company has invested in valuable equipment; a custom built hangar with reception and shop, and a turbine aircraft, to meet increasing growth and maintain industry standards to deliver a personalised experience thousands of customers will remember for the rest of their lives - an exhilarating 200 kph freefall from 12,000 or 15,000 feet followed by a breathtaking five minute parachute ride.
The company's mission is to give customers the most rewarding, memorable, safe and scenic tandem skydive in New Zealand whilst empowering them to overcome any fears and aspire to their personal challenges.
"The difference between a good experience and an outstanding one stems from our team's passion for skydiving, their creative spark, attention to detail and strong customer focus, I believe this is the formula to our success and was identified by the judges."
"It is so beneficial to have your business assessed by independent judges using an internationally recognised system of business excellence. Receiving the extensive feedback on our strengths and opportunities is invaluable," Hall concluded.
19 May 2008
PRESS RELEASE - Skydive Lake Wanaka Flying High in Tourism
Skydive Lake Wanaka was today announced as a finalist in this year's prestigious New Zealand Tourism Industry Awards, identifying it as one of the top small tourism business in New Zealand.
Owner Jools Hall said she was extremely proud that 12 years of hard work and dedication has lead to the company receiving this recognition.
"Being a New Zealand Tourism Industry Award Finalist is a massive achievement for Skydive Lake Wanaka," she said. "It gives our team the recognition they deserve for their hard work and dedication to customer service and providing the best possible tandem skydive experience."
Skydive Lake Wanaka was established in August 1995 by Dave and Jools Hall, with just one Tandem Master (Dave) a leased Cessna 180 aircraft, a van (the office) and two deck chairs. The perfect recipe of Dave’s technical knowledge, Jools' skills and experience in marketing and customer service, combined with their passion for skydiving has delivered to over 40,000 customers an experience they will remember for the rest of their lives - an exhilarating 200 kph freefall from 9,000, 12,000 or 15,000 feet followed by a breathtaking five minute parachute ride.
From those humble beginners, one of Wanaka's most successful tourism businesses has flourished and Skydive Lake Wanaka now operates from a new custom built hangar with a reception area and shop. Customers leap from a brand new turbine aircraft which is comfortable, climbs quickly, and offers excellent aerial views of the stunning scenery surrounding Lake Wanaka. All the instructors are rated by the New Zealand Parachute Industry Association, and are personally selected for their skydiving experience, personality and customer service skills.
"Our mission is to give customers the most rewarding, memorable, safe and scenic tandem skydive in New Zealand while being kind to our planet," said Jools. "We achieve that on a daily basis and now we have the recognition of the industry – it's all our dreams come true!"
Owner Jools Hall said she was extremely proud that 12 years of hard work and dedication has lead to the company receiving this recognition.
"Being a New Zealand Tourism Industry Award Finalist is a massive achievement for Skydive Lake Wanaka," she said. "It gives our team the recognition they deserve for their hard work and dedication to customer service and providing the best possible tandem skydive experience."
Skydive Lake Wanaka was established in August 1995 by Dave and Jools Hall, with just one Tandem Master (Dave) a leased Cessna 180 aircraft, a van (the office) and two deck chairs. The perfect recipe of Dave’s technical knowledge, Jools' skills and experience in marketing and customer service, combined with their passion for skydiving has delivered to over 40,000 customers an experience they will remember for the rest of their lives - an exhilarating 200 kph freefall from 9,000, 12,000 or 15,000 feet followed by a breathtaking five minute parachute ride.
From those humble beginners, one of Wanaka's most successful tourism businesses has flourished and Skydive Lake Wanaka now operates from a new custom built hangar with a reception area and shop. Customers leap from a brand new turbine aircraft which is comfortable, climbs quickly, and offers excellent aerial views of the stunning scenery surrounding Lake Wanaka. All the instructors are rated by the New Zealand Parachute Industry Association, and are personally selected for their skydiving experience, personality and customer service skills.
"Our mission is to give customers the most rewarding, memorable, safe and scenic tandem skydive in New Zealand while being kind to our planet," said Jools. "We achieve that on a daily basis and now we have the recognition of the industry – it's all our dreams come true!"
27 February 2008
Skydive Lake Wanaka Prices
Skydive Lake Wanaka are offering amazing skydiving and DVD/Photo prices for 2007. Prices start from only NZ $279.00 for a 12,000 feet (2750m) skydive!
If you've done a skydive with us please let us know if you got your money's worth!
If you've done a skydive with us please let us know if you got your money's worth!
20 February 2007
Sustainable Wanaka
Skydive Lake Wanaka has been an active and keen business in the Sustainable Tourism Project in Wanaka. Comments about our business or how we can improve our commitment to our environment can be left here...
Take a look at our Sustainable Wanaka webpage: http://www.skydivenz.com/aboutus/sustainability.html
Thank you for loving our planet too!
Take a look at our Sustainable Wanaka webpage: http://www.skydivenz.com/aboutus/sustainability.html
Thank you for loving our planet too!
17 February 2007
Skydive Exit Photo
Share your New Zealand skydiving experience with friends and family back home by getting them to look at your skydive exit photo taken from our wing mounted camera. Anyone can view your picture online and buy for only NZ $20.00!!!
Tell us about your exit photo by leaving us a comment...
Tell us about your exit photo by leaving us a comment...
1 December 2006
Your Skydive Experience
Your skydive with Skydive Lake Wanaka is a scenic adventure experience like no other! Our mission is quite simply to offer you the best skydive experience in New Zealand!!!
If you've done a skydive with us, tell us about it...
If you've done a skydive with us, tell us about it...
Skydive DVD and Photos
Skydive Lake Wanaka offers a number of digital photography and DVD options that will allow you to re-live your New Zealand skydiving experience with family and friends whenever you choose! Prices start from only NZ $109.00
Tell us about your Skydive Lake Wanaka DVD by adding a comment...
Tell us about your Skydive Lake Wanaka DVD by adding a comment...
Skydive Drop Shop
Your skydive memory will never wear out! Did you know you can buy skydiving t-shirts and clothing online? Skydive Lake Wanaka offers a cool range of branded skydiving t-shirts, hoodies, caps and womens apparel with shipping worldwide.
Tell us about your Skydive Drop Shop purchase...
Tell us about your Skydive Drop Shop purchase...
28 August 2006
Skydive New Website
Do you like our new site ! ??? Congratulations to Jon Clamp and Andy Mihalop - you guys have been legends to work with - it has been a pleasure ! - Let us know how you like the site !
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