Skydiving from Busseltonand Margaret River
We're not on the coast: we're at Hillman Farm Airport, Darkan
Swap the coast for the country for a day. Hillman Farm Airport near Darkan is about 2 hours from Busselton (179 km) and about 2.5 hours from Margaret River. We jump Wednesday to Sunday, all year round.
About 2 hours
About 2.5 hours
Then through Collie
No experience needed
Busselton and Margaret River to Hillman Farm
Up the coast to Bunbury, then inland on one highway all the way to Darkan.
North to Bunbury
From Margaret River or Dunsborough, take the Bussell Highway north through Busselton towards Bunbury.
Inland on the Coalfields Highway
Skirt Bunbury and head inland on the Coalfields Highway towards Collie. From Busselton the whole trip is about 179 km.
Top up in Collie
Collie is the last big town on the way, so it's the spot for fuel, snacks or a coffee. From there it's about 55 minutes (77 km) to Darkan and the airfield, about 12 minutes out of town along Hillman Road.
Keep some time up your sleeve
Country roads and roadworks can slow you down, so build in a buffer. Running late? Give us a call on 0415 486 422.
Drive times are estimates for normal conditions. Check Google Maps on the day for roadworks and traffic. Coming from Bunbury? Here's the drive from Bunbury.
A country dropzone, about 2 hours from the coast
The Skydive School isn't in Busselton or Margaret River. We're at Hillman Farm Airport near Darkan, where skydivers have been jumping since 1975, and we're the only WA dropzone running AFF all year.
Worth the drive inland
From Busselton it's about 2 hours to Hillman Farm, and about 2.5 hours from Margaret River. Make a day of it: jump, watch your friends land, and be back for dinner.
Come for the jump, stay for the people
Hillman Farm has a real community feel. Local jumpers, students and first-timers all share the same airfield, and you'll get the same welcome whether it's your first jump or your five hundredth.
Learn to skydive close to home
Fancy going solo? Our 10-stage AFF course runs over 5 days at Hillman Farm, with accommodation included and a maximum of 4 students. See how the course works.
What people say about Hillman Farm
We're rated 5.0 stars from more than 200 Google reviews. Here are a few of them.
“Professional fun atmosphere from the min you drive through the gate (make sure you close it) to the time you leave … Get ya knees in the breeze and start jumping NOW”
“I brought 3 of my friends to tandems this weekend and man I WISH I HAD MY TANDEMS HERE!!!”
“The booking was easy and had constant updates about jump times and weather.”
“Even when the weather doesn’t allow jumping, it’s still an awesome place to hang out and be part of the community.”
What it costs
Here's what a jump costs. Every tandem includes your gear, your briefing and an APF-certified instructor.
Tandem from 8,000ft
$399About a 10-minute scenic flight and 20 seconds of freefall. A good pick if you're a little nervous or short on time.
Book this jumpTandem from 14,000ft
$489Up to 60 seconds of freefall, then a 5 to 7 minute parachute ride back down to Hillman Farm.
Book this jumpLearn to skydive
From $2,190Start with the AFF Starter (first 3 stages), or do the full 10-stage course over 5 days for $3,635, accommodation included.
See the courseVideo and photos
OptionalAdd a video and photo package when you book, so you can relive it (and show everyone at work on Monday).
See every priceSkydiving near Busselton and Margaret River: your questions
Is The Skydive School in Busselton or Margaret River?
No. We're at Hillman Farm Airport near Darkan, inland from Bunbury. From Busselton it's about 2 hours (179 km), and from Margaret River about 2.5 hours (around 230 km). Here's exactly where we are.
Where can I skydive in WA?
As of October 2026, WA has three active dropzones: Rottnest Island, Jurien Bay and The Skydive School at Hillman Farm, Darkan. Rottnest and Jurien Bay are great for a one-off tandem. If you want a real skydiving club, inland weather and the only AFF course running all year round, Hillman Farm is where you want to be.
How far is it from Busselton?
About 179 km, or roughly 2 hours, via Bunbury and the Coalfields Highway through Collie.
How far is it from Margaret River?
Around 230 km, or about 2.5 hours, north up the Bussell Highway to Bunbury, then inland through Collie. From Dunsborough, allow about 2.5 hours.
Can I do it as a day trip?
Yes. Allow a few hours at the airfield for your briefing, gearing up, the aircraft schedule and the weather, plus the drive each way. An early start makes it an easy day.
How much does a tandem skydive cost?
$399 from 8,000ft (about 20 seconds of freefall) or $489 from 14,000ft (up to 60 seconds). Your gear, briefing and APF-certified instructor are included. See all our prices.
Can I learn to skydive if I live in Busselton or Margaret River?
Yes. Our full 10-stage AFF course runs over 5 days at Hillman Farm for $3,635, with on-site accommodation included, so you don't drive back and forth each day. Or start with the AFF Starter (first 3 stages) for $2,190. See the course.
Who can do a tandem?
No experience needed. You need to be 16 or older (with parental consent if you're under 18) and up to 100 kg. On the day you'll sign waivers and become a member of the Australian Parachute Federation.
What days do you jump?
Wednesday to Sunday, all year round, weather permitting. We close for a Christmas break: Monday 21 December to Tuesday 5 January.
Pick your day and head inland
Tandem skydives from $399. Learn to skydive from $2,190.
Questions before you book? Call 0415 486 422