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Things to do in Iraq

Mesopotamia's ancient cities and the mountains of Kurdistan.

Check before you go. Security conditions vary across Iraq. We only plan trips here after a current risk assessment and in line with official travel advisories, and we can add security and medical support.

Things to do in Iraq

Top 4 adventures in Iraq

  1. 01

    Hike Kurdistan's gorges

    Rawanduz Gorge and the mountain roads near Erbil.

    Expedition
  2. 02

    The Mesopotamian Marshes

    UNESCO-listed wetlands of the Marsh Arabs.

    On the water
  3. 03

    Ancient Babylon

    The ruins of one of the great cities of the ancient world.

    Expedition
  4. 04

    Erbil Citadel

    One of the oldest continuously inhabited places on Earth.

    Expedition

Iraq trip facts

Region
Middle East
Capital
Baghdad
Gateway
Erbil or Baghdad
Best time to go
October to April
We can arrange
Skydiving, Expedition, On the water

Skydiving in Iraq

Skydiving in Iraq starts with one question: where do you want to land? Tell us the spot and we handle the rest — aircraft, instructors, video and permits. First jump or five hundredth, our professional athletes and instructors build the day around you.

How skydiving with us works

Sky shows & events in Iraq

Make your next event in Iraq unforgettable. Our athletes can jump into stadiums, beaches, festivals and private celebrations carrying a giant flag with your logo. You get the show, the crowd and the footage.

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Private expeditions in Iraq

Want the ultimate trip in Iraq? We design it around you: the activities, the pace and the people. A dedicated expedition lead meets you in Erbil or Baghdad and stays with you, with close protection, private aviation and medical cover wherever you need it.

How expeditions work

Build a dropzone in Iraq

Governments, resorts and entrepreneurs bring us in to launch skydiving where it doesn't exist yet. In Iraq we'd start with a site and airspace survey, then handle approvals, aircraft, gear, crew and training — and either run it for you or hand it over.

Dropzone in a box

FAQ

Iraq adventure FAQ

Can I go skydiving in Iraq?

Yes. We arrange tandem skydives for first-timers and fun jumps for licensed skydivers in Iraq. If there's no established dropzone where you want to jump, we can bring the aircraft, equipment and instructors and work with the local aviation authority on approvals.

What are the best things to do in Iraq?

Top picks include Hike Kurdistan's gorges, The Mesopotamian Marshes and Ancient Babylon. We can combine them into one private trip, handled end to end.

When is the best time to visit Iraq for adventure activities?

For most activities, the best window is October to April. We match your dates to the right activities and weather.

How do I get to Iraq?

Most trips start in Erbil or Baghdad. From there we take care of transfers, private flights or helicopters, stays and permits.

Can you organize a skydiving show for an event in Iraq?

Yes. Our athletes can jump into festivals, stadiums, launches and private celebrations in Iraq, landing with your flag or logo. We handle the landing-area survey, airspace permits and safety plan.

Is it safe to travel to Iraq?

Conditions vary by region. We only plan trips in Iraq after a current risk assessment and in line with official travel advisories, and we can add security and medical support.

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