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Skydiving Malaysia is one of the most exciting activities one can do. The feeling of propelling down the sky, shouting at the top of your lungs is one of the best feelings in the world. As scary as it sounds and looks, it is as safe as an extreme sport can be. And the skydiving experience in Malaysia is unparalleled and incomparable to any other skydiving experience. If you are looking for a haunting and memorable skydiving experience, Malaysia is the best place to go.
10 Best Places To Go Skydiving Malaysia
Malaysia has a few good skydiving spots and it is one of the major tourist attractions of the country. There are few skydiving places that one must visit when in Malaysia.
1. Langkawi Skydiving
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The only beach skydiving experience in Asia, Langkawi skydiving takes you flying over the blue and teal water as you land on the dry land. The 3 hour long experience takes skydivers 10,000 feets above the ground, where they jump at the speed of 180 Km per hour. This ride is not for the faint of heart. If you are afraid of heights, or have heart issues, it is better you don’t try this. But it is a perfect ride for adrenaline junkies.
Location: Langkawi, Kedah
Timings: 9 AM – 5:30 PM
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2. Hawk Skydive Segamat
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This is Malaysia’s most famous skydiving spot. Hawk Skydive is located in Segamat. Unlike Langkawi, Hawk has a completely different scenery to watch. It is located in the heart of the countryside. So when the skydivers jump from the plane, they are welcomed by the beautiful picturesque greenery of the country. It is only open during public holidays and weekends. Hawk Skydive boasts of training and servicing a number of celebrities and politicians for skydiving. It was founded by a military veteran 4 decades ago, which is why it is considered one of the most respectful skydiving institutions in the world.
Location: Segamat, Johor
Timings: 9 AM – 5:30 PM
3. Air Rider Indoor Skydiving
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There are people who want to try skydiving but are scared of jumping off an airplane from such a height, indoor skydiving is a great alternative to it. It is safer, cheaper, and gives the same excitement and adrenaline kick one might get from real skydiving. Air Rider offers an opportunity to such people. It is also a great starting point for anyone who wants to learn skydiving.
Location: Utama Mall, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Timings: 10 AM – 10 PM
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4. Sungai Rambai Aerodrome
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Sungai Rambai Aerodrome is a tourist’s favorite place. They operate on a compact airstrip making it a perfect place for skydiving. It also boasts of being one of the very few safest skydiving places in the world. The weather in this part of the country is pretty good for skydiving, every month of the year. But the operational hours of Sungai Rambai Aerodrome keep on changing, which is why visitors must contact them pre-booking.
Location: Sungai Rambai, Malacca
Timings: 9 AM – 5 PM
5. Kuala Kubu Bharu
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Also known as the Mecca for adventure freaks, Kuala Kubu Bharu is a town that offers all kinds of adventure, from skydiving to rock climbing to trekking. Skydivers get to see the small town, which looks like it is straight out of a fairytale, along with mountains and tall buildings, and beautiful green fields as they fall down the sky at the speed of light. It is a perfect place for people looking for a thrilling adventure along with a serene view.
Location: Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selanghor
Timings: 9 AM – 5 PM
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6. Johor Bahru Skydiving Club
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Johor Bahru is a city, at the tip of the Malaysian peninsula. The place is commonly known for its cafes, theme parks, cafes and cultural sites, it is also the home of the Johor Skydiving club. The second largest city in Malaysia is surrounded by beautiful views, which makes it the best place to go skydiving. Hawk Skydive, which is one of the oldest skydiving institutions, is located in Johor Bahru. While the city might look modern and advanced, with lack of nature, it couldn’t be further from the truth. It offers one of the best skydiving experiences in Malaysia.
Location: Johor Bahru
7. Tioman Island
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Surrounded by the ocean, Tioman Island is the hottest scuba diving location for tourists. But it is also a great place to take part in Skydiving. Skydiving here would be the greatest experience of one’s life. When you fly high, you get a 360 degree look at the beautiful green island, and as you jump out of the airplane, you are hit by the cool ocean breeze as you look out at the planet turning upside down. The white sand, grayish rocks and beautiful resort are a sight to behold from the sky.
Location: Tioman Island
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8. Kuantan
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Kuantan, located in Pahang gives skydiver’s opportunity to soar above the green landscape of Pahang, looking over the South China Sea. Here you can try your hand in Tandem Skydive, which is quite a famous form of skydiving in Malaysia. Here, you are strapped to another person as you both jump out of the airplane. This person is a professional trainer, which ensures safe landing of the skydivers. If you are a first timer, this is where you should head. It is safer than solo skydiving.
Location: Pahang
9. Ipoh
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Ipoh is the home to Oxbold Skydiving Institution. The skydiving institution offers two types of skydiving experiences, the static line jump and tandem skydive. If you are a newbie to skydiving, it is better to start off with Static Line Jump, which offers a trainer on ground, giving instructions on a walkie talkie and a self deploying parachute. But if you are an experienced skydiver, tandem skydiving is an exciting experience.
Location: Asam Kumbang, Perak
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10. Kota Kinabalu
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Sabah’s skydiving institution is situated in a small town of Menggatal, approximately an hour journey from Kota Kinabalu. It offers a beautiful experience that will take you to one of the most beautiful places on the planet. It will give you a bird eye view of the small town from the peak of Kokol Hill. From here you can see the small town, green forest and a never ending landscape. It is a good escape from the pollution of the modern cities.
Location: Kota Kinabalu
Skydiving Malaysia is a once in a lifetime experience. Every adrenaline junky and adventure seeker should try it out. While the choices of skydiving are limited in Malaysia, they are still quite diverse. From beautiful countryside to a beach to a military airstrip to a shop inside a mall, Malaysia offers skydivers, skydiving opportunities anywhere and everywhere. If you are ready to soar high, and skydive, book your trip with TripXL!
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