I took the plunge and booked two vouchers for a 13,000 ft tandem sky jump at SkyDive Auckland…read more The team have a neat headquarters with a lounge, to watch past skydivers like me. I was able to be weighed in, and also kitted up with some bright blue jump gear for the haul. My instructor, made me feel super confident, and had completed over 3000 solo sky dives. On the way up in the skydive plane, my instructor, and my partner coaxed me into taking the plunge and upping the fall quantity to 16,500 ft! Eeeeks! My nerves started getting twitchy, my instructor set up some oxygen, and made me have a few puffs, as we climbed from 9000 ft, to 13,000, then to 16,500 ft, I realised it was just, my partner and I left to go. I can only explain but its so hard to describe the euphoria of being tipped upside down, then free falling for 11,500 feet at 200 km per hour. I could see Auckland City, the beautiful black beaches of the west, the Kaipara Harbor, the glistening Hauraki Gulf and a scatter of islands. My parachute was pulled at 5000 ft, and I glided down gracefully, and was even able to chat to my partner in mid flight which was really special. I promise myself to return one day, for a sure kick out of life.

First time jumping, great damn experience!! Ballzy was my jump man, helped me feel comfortable and…read moremade the jump smooth and memorable! Will definitely skydive again.

What better way to view the magnificent Auckland than at 12000 feet above the ground! This…read morespectacular birds eye view is one not to forgo if you're the adventurous/ daredevil type. Only 45 minutes along the western motorway (heading towards Kumeu) from Auckland CDB, this adventure is worth the drive. Aaron is the man you want to ask for! He is so incredibly helpful and chilled out, making this frightfully exciting experience that much more relaxing (if that's even possible). Once up in the air 12000 feet, the jump takes about 5-6 minutes to get back to land. There is also a 6000 foot jump for those wanting to 'take it easy' first time round. Although on the expensive side, Blue Skies Skydiving is worth every cent. For more information contact Aaron at "info@blueskiesskydiving.co.nz". What are you waiting for? Take the jump! You won't regret it!

If you're after some adventure in the CBD then why not try the reverse bungy, Sky Screamer…read more Located on Victoria Street West, by Auckland's Skytower. This bungy is like a sling shot. Instead of being the one taking the plunge, why not sit down and get shot up into the air. That sounds plausible right? I have done Sky Screamer a couple of times and it freaks me out with excitement every time! I have been both during the day in the light and at night. There isn't one I recommend more than the other, but if I had to pick one then I would say its more exciting to do it at night. You can see all the city lights, and I feel doing it at night seems a bit more spontaneous, therefore more exciting. There is no need to book. Here at the reverse bungy you can just turn up and ask to have a go, if they're free you can get on straight away, if not, the ride itself only takes a few minutes, so there isn't much waiting around at all. Where Sky Screamer is located is on the verge of a massive parking terminal. Or alternatively you can always park elsewhere in the CBD and walk to the Sky Screamer, it's not to far from anywhere in town.

For years I have watched in fascination, awe and terror as crazy people strap themselves in to this…read moreflying, catapulting seated bungy on Victoria Street. It literally looks like my worst nightmare - being hurtled toward the heavens only to then plummet back toward the earth - not my idea of a good time. But everyone else seems to love it. Many of my friends have willingly signed up to ride this contraption (known as the Sky Screamer - need I say more), and every time they do I think 'maybe this is the time they'll realise it's an awful idea', yet this is never the case. Every person I have ever seen come off this ride has been giddy with delight and adrenaline. They love it. Thus, while I cannot personally recommend the Sky Screamer, the hoards of satisfied, excited customers that buzz around this bungy lead me to suggest it to all adrenaline junkies out there. Regardless of whether you are an Auckland local or a first time tourist to New Zealand, if you like pushing the boundaries and losing your stomach, this is the ride for you!