Tandem skydive in Padova

The closest dropzone to Padova is Paracadutismo Thiene, in Thiene (Vicenza province), ~60 km away. Exit altitude: 4,000 m. Price: from €230. No dropzone operates inside the province of Padova.

Where to do a tandem skydive in Padova

There is no active dropzone inside the province of Padova. The nearest operational school is Paracadutismo Thiene, located in Thiene, in the province of Vicenza — roughly 60 km from Padova city centre. The drive takes about 50 minutes via the A31 motorway. That is a straightforward trip, and the infrastructure at Thiene is worth it.

If you are based in Padova and want to jump, Thiene is your most practical option in the Veneto region. Check the full school profile at Paracadutismo Thiene.

Why Paracadutismo Thiene

Paracadutismo Thiene operates from a dedicated airfield in the Vicenza foothills. The school runs tandem jumps year-round, weather permitting, and exits at 4,000 m — the standard altitude for a full 60-second freefall. Instructors hold Italian ENAC certification. The school has a consistent track record with first-time jumpers, and the logistical setup — parking, briefing area, landing zone — is purpose-built for tandem students, not an afterthought.

For travellers coming from Padova, the A31 connection makes it the most direct Veneto dropzone with no need to cross into another region.

How the jump works

You arrive at the dropzone, fill in a medical declaration, and attend a ground briefing — typically 20–30 minutes. You are harnessed to a certified tandem instructor. The aircraft climbs to 4,000 m, which takes around 20 minutes.

Freefall lasts 60 seconds at roughly 200 km/h. The instructor deploys the parachute; you then spend 4–5 minutes under the canopy, descending slowly with a full view of the Veneto plain and the Dolomite foothills on clear days. Landing is standing, on the grass of the dropzone.

For age, weight, and health requirements, see /entandem requirements.

Alternatives to consider

If Thiene does not work for your schedule, two other schools operate within a reasonable distance of Padova:

Skydive Lanzone — active dropzone in the Lombardy/Veneto border area. Distance from Padova is greater than Thiene, but it is an established school with tandem operations.

Skydive Venezia — operates in the Venice/Treviso area, roughly 50–60 km north-east of Padova. Check availability directly, as operations can be seasonal.

Neither alternative is closer than Paracadutismo Thiene for most Padova residents, but they are worth knowing if dates or availability are the constraint.

How much it costs

A tandem jump at Paracadutismo Thiene starts at €230. That typically includes the jump itself and basic instruction. Video and photo packages are usually available at extra cost — confirm directly with the school when you book.

For a full price comparison across Veneto dropzones, see /entandem cost guide.