Skydiving · Le Havre

2 offers 298€ 5.0 (19 reviews) Verified March 2026

How to choose

Both operators are priced at 298 € and operate from the same airfield at Le Havre-Octeville-sur-Mer, so the choice comes down to operator style, not budget. PARA 76 runs the jump along the Alabaster Coast, with the cliffs of Étretat visible during freefall, adding a geographic landmark to the experience. Abeille Parachutisme positions itself as a dedicated tandem skydiving school in Normandy, with a focus on first-time jumpers. Both sessions last 2h, welcome all physical levels and operate in English and French. If the Étretat cliff scenery is your priority, book with PARA 76. If you want a team whose entire operation centers on tandem initiation, go with Abeille Parachutisme.

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Tandem Skydive between Etretat and Le Havre

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Best scenery rush

Tandem Skydive between Etretat and Le Havre

PARA 76 routes the jump between the chalk cliffs of Étretat and Le Havre, giving you a landmark view during freefall at 298 €.

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Best first-jump initiation

Tandem skydiving in Le Havre, Normandy

Abeille Parachutisme specializes in tandem baptême jumps in Normandy, rated 5/5 across 19 reviews, at 298 €.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the most intense moment of the jump?

The door opening and the first 10 seconds of freefall are consistently rated as the peak adrenaline hit. After that, your body adjusts to the speed and the sensation shifts to an intense rush rather than pure fear.

Do I need to be afraid of heights to enjoy this?

Fear of heights is a ground-level reflex triggered by proximity to edges. At skydiving altitude, that reference point disappears entirely, and most first-time jumpers report the fear vanishes the moment they exit the aircraft.

Can I see the Étretat cliffs from the air?

Yes. The tandem jump offered by PARA 76 is specifically routed between Étretat and Le Havre, so the white chalk cliffs of the Alabaster Coast are visible during freefall and under canopy.

How long is the actual freefall?

The total session is 2h including briefing, gearing up and the flight to altitude. The freefall itself is a fraction of that, typically under a minute, followed by several minutes under canopy.

Is 298 € the final price or are there add-ons?

298 € is the listed price for the tandem jump. Video or photo packages are usually offered as paid extras on the day. Confirm directly with your chosen operator before booking.

Practical info

Season

All year

Coordinates

49.5325°N, 0.0949°E

Equipment

Wear comfortable, close-fitting clothes with laced sneakers or trainers. Both operators provide all jump equipment and harnesses. No physical prerequisites apply since both tours are open to everybody.

Getting there

Both operators meet at the same address: Allée Paul Cornu, Aéroport du Havre-Octeville-sur-Mer, 76620 Le Havre, accessible by car from the Le Havre city center in under 15 minutes.