Big Island Gravity, LLC

# Big Island Gravity, LLC – Tandem Skydiving on Hawaii's Big Island

Big Island Gravity, LLC is Hawaii's Big Island's only skydiving center, operating from Upolu Airport in Hawi on the northern tip of Hawaii Island. The dropzone specializes in tandem skydiving with a focus on scenic oceanfront jump views and intimate, personal drop zone experiences unavailable elsewhere on the island.

The operation flies a Cessna 182 and emphasizes small-group attention and direct booking advantages. According to their site, booking directly with Big Island Gravity ensures clearest pricing, direct communication, and fastest response if weather causes rescheduling—a practical advantage given Hawaii's variable conditions. They recommend early booking to secure preferred dates, as weather often requires schedule adjustments and early reservations provide maximum flexibility.

Tandem skydiving at Big Island Gravity is designed for first-time jumpers and requires reservations. The experience is described as simple, safe, and tailored for beginners. The site notes that planning should allow 1–3 hours total time on-site, though most guests complete their actual skydive in 1–2 hours depending on weather and aircraft timing. The scenic aircraft climb itself is highlighted as a distinctive part of the jump experience, featuring views of the North Kohala coastline and surrounding ocean.

The dropzone operates seven days a week with morning jumps and some afternoon slots available. The location at Upolu Airport—45 miles north of Kailua-Kona and 2 miles to the nearest hotel—provides convenient access to lodging while maintaining a quieter, less-crowded atmosphere than busier drop zones. The landing area is described as flat and grassy, supporting safe, clean landings.

Big Island Gravity offers amenities including packing service, rigging service, and videographer services to capture the experience. Tandem skydiving is the primary training program listed on their site. A free edited skydive video is included with the $349 + tax tandem jump package, adding documented memory of the jump at no additional cost.

The dropzone operates in the Pacific Region according to USPA classification and serves skydivers from across Hawaii and visiting mainland jumpers seeking a unique island skydiving experience. Their emphasis on personal service, single-location operation, and oceanfront scenery distinguishes Big Island Gravity as the dedicated alternative to larger, multi-location drop zones, making it the natural choice for anyone seeking tandem skydiving on Hawaii's Big Island.